Megan and Kevin's Private Doggie Play Yard, and dog parent relaxation spot 😊🐾 *Unfortunately, we will be taking a break for the unseeable future due to the potentially fatal respiratory virus that is spreading amongst dogs right now. Sharing spaces and water bowls is one way it is spreading, so we encourage you all to keep your doggies safe at this time and be cautious about where you take them. | Sniffspot
55Such a beautiful orchard to explore with your pups. Took some beautiful pictures as well! The host is wonderful and we cannot wait to visit again in the Spring time :))
For those who plan to visit please clean up after yourselves and don’t leave trash behind. Manuela T.
Manuela T.
January 2023
Such a beautiful orchard to explore with your pups. Took some beautiful pictures as well! The host is wonderful and we cannot wait to visit again in the Spring time :))
For those who plan to visit please clean up after yourselves and don’t leave trash behind.
55Beautiful amazing isolated perfect. I wish it were fenced but it’s honestly so massive it doesn’t matter because all you see is trees as far back as your eye can see lol. During winter it’s easy to see through the branches so constant visibility of dogs is 10/10. I wish I lived closer, but would honestly road trip to the area specifically for this Sniffspot. Kyria S.
Kyria S.
February 2023
Beautiful amazing isolated perfect. I wish it were fenced but it’s honestly so massive it doesn’t matter because all you see is trees as far back as your eye can see lol. During winter it’s easy to see through the branches so constant visibility of dogs is 10/10. I wish I lived closer, but would honestly road trip to the area specifically for this Sniffspot.
55Our dogs had a fun adventure today! We had a great time. Can’t wait to come back and see all the trees bloom. We’ll return soon for sure. Christina D.
Christina D.
February 2023
Our dogs had a fun adventure today! We had a great time. Can’t wait to come back and see all the trees bloom. We’ll return soon for sure.
55Such a great experience for our very first Sniffspot adventure! Love all the orchard, shade, and knowing we had the place to ourselves. My girl has a solid recall so I was not concerned at all about it not being fenced. The orchard is so large too that you really don’t even notice it being unfenced. Love this place and definitely will be back!Sharon F.
Sharon F.
February 2023
Such a great experience for our very first Sniffspot adventure! Love all the orchard, shade, and knowing we had the place to ourselves. My girl has a solid recall so I was not concerned at all about it not being fenced. The orchard is so large too that you really don’t even notice it being unfenced. Love this place and definitely will be back!
55Another great visit in the books! The bees are back, but they haven’t bothered us either time we’ve been out. Cris left some bee hats for us, but as long as you keep a safe distance I don’t think they’re needed. The Danes had a wonderful time smelling all the new smells and chasing a jack rabbit. As usual, Cris left out water, towels, dog poop bags. We love coming here.Melissa M.
Melissa M.
February 2023
Another great visit in the books! The bees are back, but they haven’t bothered us either time we’ve been out. Cris left some bee hats for us, but as long as you keep a safe distance I don’t think they’re needed. The Danes had a wonderful time smelling all the new smells and chasing a jack rabbit. As usual, Cris left out water, towels, dog poop bags. We love coming here.
55Best. Day. Ever!! Our pups loved it! They were wiped out! The orchard is beautiful. It’s huge! The pups ran around like crazy. They found some mud puddles and got super dirty. They had a wonderful time! Cris leaves water by the parking area and she also left us some bee hats (it’s an orchard so there are bee hives and bees, but we had no problems with them). The location is easy to find, right off the freeway. So happy we found this listing! Just be aware there are no bathrooms on site so be prepared for that and there are a few thorny plans. Otherwise it’s dog paradise!Talina M.
Talina M.
February 2023
Best. Day. Ever!! Our pups loved it! They were wiped out! The orchard is beautiful. It’s huge! The pups ran around like crazy. They found some mud puddles and got super dirty. They had a wonderful time! Cris leaves water by the parking area and she also left us some bee hats (it’s an orchard so there are bee hives and bees, but we had no problems with them). The location is easy to find, right off the freeway. So happy we found this listing! Just be aware there are no bathrooms on site so be prepared for that and there are a few thorny plans. Otherwise it’s dog paradise!
55Another great visit!! Didn’t care about the mud at all, it was so worth it! Was prepared for the mud and brought boots. Tired dirty dogs are the happiest dogs ❤️Sharon F.
Sharon F.
March 2023
Another great visit!! Didn’t care about the mud at all, it was so worth it! Was prepared for the mud and brought boots. Tired dirty dogs are the happiest dogs ❤️
55We had such a great time and so did the dogs! Lots of zoomies, chased a jackrabbit and sniffed some bee hives. Easy to find and they had some water and bowls available if you forgot to bring yours. Thank you! We will definitely be back. Shannon L.
Shannon L.
March 2023
We had such a great time and so did the dogs! Lots of zoomies, chased a jackrabbit and sniffed some bee hives. Easy to find and they had some water and bowls available if you forgot to bring yours. Thank you! We will definitely be back.
55We had a great time at Cris’ Sniffspot! It was so spacious and Clover had a blast running around and sniffing. It was so large that we didn’t feel any need for fencing Ming L.
Ming L.
March 2023
We had a great time at Cris’ Sniffspot! It was so spacious and Clover had a blast running around and sniffing. It was so large that we didn’t feel any need for fencing
55It was a great experience. The orchard is lovely and provides some shade as you’re walking. Lots of room for the dog to run and not have to worry about running into others. I had brought water for my dog but unfortunately the lid had come off in my car and there was nothing left in the bottle.
I was happy to know that Chris had left water and a bucket for the dogs. That really saved the day.Anne R.
Anne R.
April 2023
It was a great experience. The orchard is lovely and provides some shade as you’re walking. Lots of room for the dog to run and not have to worry about running into others. I had brought water for my dog but unfortunately the lid had come off in my car and there was nothing left in the bottle.
I was happy to know that Chris had left water and a bucket for the dogs. That really saved the day.
55This was our second visit to Kolina's and, once again, we loved it! Our dog had a great time running, romping, and exploring among the almond trees. My husband and I enjoyed our stroll through the orchard. One thing to note, however: foxtails grow abundantly between the rows of trees. They were not a problem today, as they are still green. If they are still there in a couple of weeks, I would urge caution.Karen L.
Karen L.
April 2023
This was our second visit to Kolina's and, once again, we loved it! Our dog had a great time running, romping, and exploring among the almond trees. My husband and I enjoyed our stroll through the orchard. One thing to note, however: foxtails grow abundantly between the rows of trees. They were not a problem today, as they are still green. If they are still there in a couple of weeks, I would urge caution.
55Very clean and spacious! My dog loved all the running space. The sign for Sniffspot parking made it easy to know where it was located since there are fields all around. Sasha A.
Sasha A.
April 2023
Very clean and spacious! My dog loved all the running space. The sign for Sniffspot parking made it easy to know where it was located since there are fields all around.
55Quite a bit of foxtails around since it’s more dry out, so just need to check the dogs afterwards! Sprinklers on also meant muddy paws, but still very pleased with the Sniffspot. The dogs really enjoyed themselves. Karen T.
Karen T.
May 2023
Quite a bit of foxtails around since it’s more dry out, so just need to check the dogs afterwards! Sprinklers on also meant muddy paws, but still very pleased with the Sniffspot. The dogs really enjoyed themselves.
55Great experience. The pups had a great time roaming around and exploring. Now that it’s getting warmer, the trees provided shade for the dogs not to overheat (and we enjoyed the shade as well). Host was very communicative and helpful as well! Cecilia D.
Cecilia D.
April 2023
Great experience. The pups had a great time roaming around and exploring. Now that it’s getting warmer, the trees provided shade for the dogs not to overheat (and we enjoyed the shade as well). Host was very communicative and helpful as well!
55Such a lovely orchard - the dogs had a great time! The signage was good and there was water there for humans and dogs. We will be back!Lexi N.
Lexi N.
December 2022
Such a lovely orchard - the dogs had a great time! The signage was good and there was water there for humans and dogs. We will be back!
How do Nicolaus's private dog parks work?
Private rentals by the hour
Our hosts are locals that are renting their yards and private land to dog owners
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Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
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FAQ about our Nicolaus dog parks
Are dog parks good for dogs?
It is important for dogs to have off leash exercise to sniff and run. But the free and open nature of public dog parks has drawbacks. There could be aggressive dogs, disease transmission and cleanliness issues. For this reason, many dog behaviorists discourage visiting public dog parks and recommend Sniffspot's private dog parks. Sniffspot private dog parks only allow one guest to book at a time and are not open to the public, which solves many of these issues.
Are dog parks safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private for just you and dogs you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). All Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Nicolaus area are 5 stars.
How do I know if a dog park works for my dog?
You can filter Sniffspot dog parks by fencing and distractions. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our 117 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 16 off leash areas where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can also filter locations to avoid other domestic animals and people. We also recommend reading reviews and reaching out to the host with any questions.
Sniffspot has 117 fully fenced dog parks in or near Nicolaus. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Nicolaus?
The Nicolaus area has 3 Sniffspot locations with private trails for you and your dog to walk or hike. Dogs can generally be off leash on Sniffspot trails. The most popular trail is Your Pups Sniffing Oasis- 10 Acres of adventures to explore!.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Nicolaus?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Nicolaus. The most popular agility option is Paws N' Play: Over 100° book 30 free.
Where in Nicolaus can I find a pool for dog swimming?