55Black Pond Farm is gorgeous. It's always at the top of the list of favorites. I am always grateful to the owners for making it available. It has trails for walking, more than one spot to swim, and a big open area for fetch. The owners have done a wonderful job of trying to provide everything you might need, even bug spray.
Photographers will love the many options for stunning photos, including the beautiful stonework wall and castle.
This last visit was the first time we ran into a horse on the trail, which we weren't ready for. Folks with dogs who need to avoid people or might not react well to horses should be on the lookout or message the owner in advance. Lisa M.
Lisa M.
March 2024
Black Pond Farm is gorgeous. It's always at the top of the list of favorites. I am always grateful to the owners for making it available. It has trails for walking, more than one spot to swim, and a big open area for fetch. The owners have done a wonderful job of trying to provide everything you might need, even bug spray.
Photographers will love the many options for stunning photos, including the beautiful stonework wall and castle.
This last visit was the first time we ran into a horse on the trail, which we weren't ready for. Folks with dogs who need to avoid people or might not react well to horses should be on the lookout or message the owner in advance.
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55World Class Sniffspot! I bring my senior dog plus a rotating roster of her young sniff buddies, and they always leave happy and exhausted. So much room to run, explore and swim. Aubbie B.
Aubbie B.
March 2024
World Class Sniffspot! I bring my senior dog plus a rotating roster of her young sniff buddies, and they always leave happy and exhausted. So much room to run, explore and swim.
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55Had a great time and appreciated the tent to shelter us from the rain for a bit while our pup ran around! The towel was much appreciated because of the rain and the water romps :). Hannah F.
Hannah F.
March 2024
Had a great time and appreciated the tent to shelter us from the rain for a bit while our pup ran around! The towel was much appreciated because of the rain and the water romps :).
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55We always love our time at Black Pond Farm! The setting is lush and serene, with so much room for the pups to romp, splash, climb and sniff. We usually head out to the adjacent DNR land too for even more woods to explore. Love it here so much!Aubbie B.
Aubbie B.
March 2024
We always love our time at Black Pond Farm! The setting is lush and serene, with so much room for the pups to romp, splash, climb and sniff. We usually head out to the adjacent DNR land too for even more woods to explore. Love it here so much!
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55We had so much fun at black pond farm! Clear signages to indicate the property lines and because it’s adjacent to a public forest, there are some extra trails to go. Li D.
Li D.
February 2024
We had so much fun at black pond farm! Clear signages to indicate the property lines and because it’s adjacent to a public forest, there are some extra trails to go.
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55It's a gorgeous property! I figured it is from the reviews, it's pretty far from us but I don't mind driving down there. We were kinda late, but that's ok, we will be back! Everything was clean and clear signs guiding you to the sniff spot pathways. So much to sniff! Saw horsies and bunnies! Lots of toys and bubbles for the pups, that's so nice of them! Had a bit of confusion in the instructions but Brenda was able to help with any questions I had. And Charlie is ready to guard their property with the statues they have on the rock wall😁Aley A.
Aley A.
February 2024
It's a gorgeous property! I figured it is from the reviews, it's pretty far from us but I don't mind driving down there. We were kinda late, but that's ok, we will be back! Everything was clean and clear signs guiding you to the sniff spot pathways. So much to sniff! Saw horsies and bunnies! Lots of toys and bubbles for the pups, that's so nice of them! Had a bit of confusion in the instructions but Brenda was able to help with any questions I had. And Charlie is ready to guard their property with the statues they have on the rock wall😁
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55My dog loves various smells and turns in this lovely trail inside the club zoomies. The place was easy to find and it worked because I needed to have my dog on a leash as he is not supposed to run too much.Priya A.
Priya A.
February 2024
My dog loves various smells and turns in this lovely trail inside the club zoomies. The place was easy to find and it worked because I needed to have my dog on a leash as he is not supposed to run too much.
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55Great location. Everything was well marked - great signage! They have thought of everything from extra balls, dog towels and even had a fire going for us on what was a cold drizzly day. Lots of thoughtful touches.Laura D.
Laura D.
February 2024
Great location. Everything was well marked - great signage! They have thought of everything from extra balls, dog towels and even had a fire going for us on what was a cold drizzly day. Lots of thoughtful touches.
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55This spot is definitely worth the 1.25 hour drive from West Seattle. Yesterday, even more so... We were all joyously surprised to find snow! The dogs thought they were in heaven. We left tired yet somehow also feeling replenished.Aubbie B.
Aubbie B.
February 2024
This spot is definitely worth the 1.25 hour drive from West Seattle. Yesterday, even more so... We were all joyously surprised to find snow! The dogs thought they were in heaven. We left tired yet somehow also feeling replenished.
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55Had lots of fun adventuring Black Pond Farm! Really appreciated the signs posted throughout the trail that made it clear about what property was apart of the sniffspot and what was public DNR land.Linna H.
Linna H.
February 2024
Had lots of fun adventuring Black Pond Farm! Really appreciated the signs posted throughout the trail that made it clear about what property was apart of the sniffspot and what was public DNR land.
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55This was our first time using Sniffspot and wow this place was amazing. For two retrievers, we got to have zoomies and walk freely in the woods and so many sniff opportunities. One of the pups love sticks so seeing long branches and sticks and dragging them to the hearts content. We will 100% be coming back to visits Marin H.
Marin H.
March 2024
This was our first time using Sniffspot and wow this place was amazing. For two retrievers, we got to have zoomies and walk freely in the woods and so many sniff opportunities. One of the pups love sticks so seeing long branches and sticks and dragging them to the hearts content. We will 100% be coming back to visits
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55Trails are well marked. Good sniffing all around for two dogs. We used GPS to get there but used a map to get home which was much better. Host was very responsive. Great Christmas outing from the dogs.Ruth L.
Ruth L.
January 2024
Trails are well marked. Good sniffing all around for two dogs. We used GPS to get there but used a map to get home which was much better. Host was very responsive. Great Christmas outing from the dogs.
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55Another wonderful walk in the woods with our Corsos pack. We loved seeing a few changed we noticed! Thank you to the Host for such a secure fencing around the horse. Keeps the worry away for us. Beautifully kept site!Shelly G.
Shelly G.
January 2024
Another wonderful walk in the woods with our Corsos pack. We loved seeing a few changed we noticed! Thank you to the Host for such a secure fencing around the horse. Keeps the worry away for us. Beautifully kept site!
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55My dog and his dog friend had a lot of fun walking the trail and running around on the field. Appreciated the clean trail, cute photo spots, and all the poop trash cans available.Jane J.
Jane J.
January 2024
My dog and his dog friend had a lot of fun walking the trail and running around on the field. Appreciated the clean trail, cute photo spots, and all the poop trash cans available.
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55We haven't visited this Sniffspot in quite a long time since we are an hour drive away but I'm glad to say it's better than ever! The trails are well kept and well sign-posted, and we really appreciate the extras like towels and holiday decorations. On this visit we ventured onto the DNR land "next door", and it's very clearly sign posted that we may see other people/dogs/etc. there. We saw one person on horseback, though I did hear them before we saw them and was able to get my dog back on leash easily. My dog was too busy sniffing to get over excited about the horse, but it's something to be aware of if you decide to wander onto the DNR land. It wasn't an issue for us so we'll continue to come back to this great spot!Imee T.
Imee T.
January 2024
We haven't visited this Sniffspot in quite a long time since we are an hour drive away but I'm glad to say it's better than ever! The trails are well kept and well sign-posted, and we really appreciate the extras like towels and holiday decorations. On this visit we ventured onto the DNR land "next door", and it's very clearly sign posted that we may see other people/dogs/etc. there. We saw one person on horseback, though I did hear them before we saw them and was able to get my dog back on leash easily. My dog was too busy sniffing to get over excited about the horse, but it's something to be aware of if you decide to wander onto the DNR land. It wasn't an issue for us so we'll continue to come back to this great spot!
How do Penticton's private dog fields work?
Private rentals by the hour
Our hosts are locals that are renting their yards and private land to dog owners
Trust and safety first
Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit
Reactive dogs welcome
Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind
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FAQ about our Penticton dog fields
Are dog fields safe?
If you are looking for an adventure, but also looking for safety, Sniffspot dog fields are a great option. While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, distracted dog owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private space for just you and doggy friends you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). Especially for training, privacy is ideal. Contrary to public dog parks, all Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog for off leash exercise or outdoor training. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars, while public dog parks often do not even have verified reviews. All payment is done securely online by credit card in a few simple clicks.
All park rental information is available online. Start by filtering parks by fencing, size and distractions, to find a private spot that works for your dog. If your dog has poor recall, you can visit one of our secure fields. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog fields where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can review the details of the listing to make sure it works as your desired activity space, for example, safe dog exercise, dog training, a stress-free adventure with your furry friend or even a puppy event. You can even check the park amenities chart for amenities such as indoor training facilities, agility field, synthetic turf, exercise balls or field parking availability in advance. If inclement weather is an issue or poor field conditions, you can reschedule your visit up to 2 hours in advance.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog field?
We require that all four-legged friends have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. Make sure to check host rules before visiting to ensure, for instance, that you are following allowable sports activities rules and any special events rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot field at the same time as me?
No. Facility rentals are for private play time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the area during visits, so this is perfect for a private adventure for you and your doggie friends, and perhaps a human friend. Hosts understand that many guests have dogs in training and are nervous owners. So when you book a Sniffspot dog field you have the entire private spot to yourself. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between time slots so you will not run into other guest dogs or a previous person when coming or leaving in the field parking area. Some hosts may have multiple fields, but there is always a buffer between fields.