55We loved their hospitality and their home was dog proof with double gates in case you own escape artists like we do. There was plenty of space for them to have the zoomies and enough shade to cool off when they tired themselves out. Best of all, their pool was big and clean for our kids to enjoy a cold dip on this hot day (and a mini splash pad for our first timer to get used to the water). Overall, 1000/10! Thank you for sharing your home! Chad H.
Chad H.
June 2024
We loved their hospitality and their home was dog proof with double gates in case you own escape artists like we do. There was plenty of space for them to have the zoomies and enough shade to cool off when they tired themselves out. Best of all, their pool was big and clean for our kids to enjoy a cold dip on this hot day (and a mini splash pad for our first timer to get used to the water). Overall, 1000/10! Thank you for sharing your home!
Fleas Private yard and Puppy Pool (heated) Party Jeffries Ranch Oceanside | Sniffspot
55We had so much fun! It was our dogs first time at a pool so we were trying to teach him to not be afraid of the water and the shallow part of the pool was perfect. Thank you!Sarah N.
Sarah N.
June 2024
We had so much fun! It was our dogs first time at a pool so we were trying to teach him to not be afraid of the water and the shallow part of the pool was perfect. Thank you!
Fleas Private yard and Puppy Pool (heated) Party Jeffries Ranch Oceanside | Sniffspot
55I recently visited a fantastic Sniffspot. The backyard was very spacious, and the pool had a shallow end which was perfect for both the dogs and me. There was also a basket full of toys provided, so I didn't need to bring my own, and a bowl of water was available for the dogs. The hostess was very friendly and kind. I'll definitely be bringing my dog back again soon.Monica K.
Monica K.
June 2024
I recently visited a fantastic Sniffspot. The backyard was very spacious, and the pool had a shallow end which was perfect for both the dogs and me. There was also a basket full of toys provided, so I didn't need to bring my own, and a bowl of water was available for the dogs. The hostess was very friendly and kind. I'll definitely be bringing my dog back again soon.
Fleas Private yard and Puppy Pool (heated) Party Jeffries Ranch Oceanside | Sniffspot
55My dog enjoyed his swim & it was a great experience. I plan on taking him back. It was a very cool back yard & she came out & introduced herself & left water & poop bags & let me know about the bathroom if needed. It’s a great spot.
Linda A.
Linda A.
June 2024
My dog enjoyed his swim & it was a great experience. I plan on taking him back. It was a very cool back yard & she came out & introduced herself & left water & poop bags & let me know about the bathroom if needed. It’s a great spot.
Fleas Private yard and Puppy Pool (heated) Party Jeffries Ranch Oceanside | Sniffspot
55This Sniffspot was a total gem. It definitely is a top location and my dog absolutely loved it. The pool was gorgeous and it has different levels so you or your dog don’t just drop straight into the deep end. There was a skimmer net available to clean up your dog’s hair so it was really easy. There’s also plenty of grass to dry off or play. We also had the pleasure of meeting Felicia and her 6 month old pup. Very sweet family and we cannot wait to come back. Laura M.
Laura M.
June 2024
This Sniffspot was a total gem. It definitely is a top location and my dog absolutely loved it. The pool was gorgeous and it has different levels so you or your dog don’t just drop straight into the deep end. There was a skimmer net available to clean up your dog’s hair so it was really easy. There’s also plenty of grass to dry off or play. We also had the pleasure of meeting Felicia and her 6 month old pup. Very sweet family and we cannot wait to come back.
Fleas Private yard and Puppy Pool (heated) Party Jeffries Ranch Oceanside | Sniffspot
55A beautiful 10 star spot!. Clean and safe!!! Lots of yard for the doggo that might be too scared to get wet while #2 doggo swam with me. Friendly family and hope to come back soon. Thanks for sharing your spot.Paula C.
Paula C.
June 2024
A beautiful 10 star spot!. Clean and safe!!! Lots of yard for the doggo that might be too scared to get wet while #2 doggo swam with me. Friendly family and hope to come back soon. Thanks for sharing your spot.
Fleas Private yard and Puppy Pool (heated) Party Jeffries Ranch Oceanside | Sniffspot
55Felicia’s spot was absolutely gorgeous! It had so many lovely touches and amenities. She and her family were so kind and welcoming. The spot was pristine and truly an oasis. The pool was lovely and I had a great time with my dog. We will definitely be visiting again when he’s more confident swimming in the deep end!Suseela J.
Suseela J.
June 2024
Felicia’s spot was absolutely gorgeous! It had so many lovely touches and amenities. She and her family were so kind and welcoming. The spot was pristine and truly an oasis. The pool was lovely and I had a great time with my dog. We will definitely be visiting again when he’s more confident swimming in the deep end!
Fleas Private yard and Puppy Pool (heated) Party Jeffries Ranch Oceanside | Sniffspot
55This Sniffspot was gorgeous with lots of activities for our pup to play in the grass and in the pool! The hosts were very kind and communicative! We cannot wait to come back!Annika L.
Annika L.
June 2024
This Sniffspot was gorgeous with lots of activities for our pup to play in the grass and in the pool! The hosts were very kind and communicative! We cannot wait to come back!
Fleas Private yard and Puppy Pool (heated) Party Jeffries Ranch Oceanside | Sniffspot
55Great little spot - plenty of grass for pups to hang around, pool was perfect. Nice sitting areas - you can choose sunny spots or the shade. Very private, fence was secure. Will definitely book again!Monica W.
Monica W.
June 2024
Great little spot - plenty of grass for pups to hang around, pool was perfect. Nice sitting areas - you can choose sunny spots or the shade. Very private, fence was secure. Will definitely book again!
Fleas Private yard and Puppy Pool (heated) Party Jeffries Ranch Oceanside | Sniffspot
55We had the best time! This place is the best! Well worth every penny and honestly I would pay more for it. The location and environment is super welcoming and friendly. The host is more than amazing and we just had the best time. After a little bit, we asked if, their dog Stevie could come out and play with our pup and that just made the whole experience even better. Our dog loved Stevie. They played and played and we just had the absolute best time. I would recommend this place to literally everyone. Thank you thank you thank you for giving us fun day. We will book again!Dana B.
Dana B.
June 2024
We had the best time! This place is the best! Well worth every penny and honestly I would pay more for it. The location and environment is super welcoming and friendly. The host is more than amazing and we just had the best time. After a little bit, we asked if, their dog Stevie could come out and play with our pup and that just made the whole experience even better. Our dog loved Stevie. They played and played and we just had the absolute best time. I would recommend this place to literally everyone. Thank you thank you thank you for giving us fun day. We will book again!
Fleas Private yard and Puppy Pool (heated) Party Jeffries Ranch Oceanside | Sniffspot
55Wow, this place is such a treat for dogs in San Diego - where else would they have access to a private pond?? My dogs loved roaming the property and checking out all the sights and smells. I've never seen them so thrilled with a Sniff Spot before :)
The owners were present, and we enjoyed a nice chat and one of my dogs loved getting some extra pets from them. We'll definitely be back!Jessica W.
Jessica W.
September 2022
Wow, this place is such a treat for dogs in San Diego - where else would they have access to a private pond?? My dogs loved roaming the property and checking out all the sights and smells. I've never seen them so thrilled with a Sniff Spot before :)
The owners were present, and we enjoyed a nice chat and one of my dogs loved getting some extra pets from them. We'll definitely be back!
55We had a great time at this sniff spot with our two dogs! The space is entirely securely fenced and the pond is great. Three notes that I wasn’t aware of that could affect others’ visits so I figured I’d share:
1. There are ducks. They mostly stay in the pond but sometimes walk around it. They seem very savvy about avoiding dogs but determined dogs with high prey drives might have a tough time with this.
2. There is utility equipment around and an open garage that overly curious dogs could make a mess off. But the owners are very laid back about dogs sniffing everything!
3. There were 3 people on the property while we were there - 2 fishing and one working on a vehicle. All friendly and easy going, of course! But dogs with stranger danger might need their humans to send a note to the host ahead of time to ask for more space.
This was a great spot for our friendly, easy dogs. We will be back! AJ A.
AJ A.
September 2022
We had a great time at this sniff spot with our two dogs! The space is entirely securely fenced and the pond is great. Three notes that I wasn’t aware of that could affect others’ visits so I figured I’d share:
1. There are ducks. They mostly stay in the pond but sometimes walk around it. They seem very savvy about avoiding dogs but determined dogs with high prey drives might have a tough time with this.
2. There is utility equipment around and an open garage that overly curious dogs could make a mess off. But the owners are very laid back about dogs sniffing everything!
3. There were 3 people on the property while we were there - 2 fishing and one working on a vehicle. All friendly and easy going, of course! But dogs with stranger danger might need their humans to send a note to the host ahead of time to ask for more space.
This was a great spot for our friendly, easy dogs. We will be back!
55Huge space with calm and soothing atmosphere! Great to relax and hang out with your dog, bonus points if your dog loves water. Owners of the property are nice and friendly as well. Would definitely recommend!Hyun H.
Hyun H.
September 2022
Huge space with calm and soothing atmosphere! Great to relax and hang out with your dog, bonus points if your dog loves water. Owners of the property are nice and friendly as well. Would definitely recommend!
55The property was amazing! My girl was able to go swimming for the first time in a while and run around and just enjoy the surroundings! :) We will definitely be back!! null n.
null n.
September 2022
The property was amazing! My girl was able to go swimming for the first time in a while and run around and just enjoy the surroundings! :) We will definitely be back!!
55Our dogs had a blast swimming in the pond. At first we were scared because there were ducks and we did not know what they would do. They were so busy running and swimming that all went well. Adriana K.
Adriana K.
September 2022
Our dogs had a blast swimming in the pond. At first we were scared because there were ducks and we did not know what they would do. They were so busy running and swimming that all went well.
55Very nice and generous host! We got lost because of maps and he was fast to respond and kind enough to let us in the other entrance.
It takes a while for my dog to be comfortable in a new environment because of her anxiety, but she definitely enjoyed the off leash experience and did a lot of sniffing! Hopefully in our next visit, she’ll be comfortable enough to play with her favorite toy (flirt pole) unleashed!!!
PS: there’s trees around that provided shade so it was not hot even when we were scheduled during lunch time Joyce H.
Joyce H.
September 2022
Very nice and generous host! We got lost because of maps and he was fast to respond and kind enough to let us in the other entrance.
It takes a while for my dog to be comfortable in a new environment because of her anxiety, but she definitely enjoyed the off leash experience and did a lot of sniffing! Hopefully in our next visit, she’ll be comfortable enough to play with her favorite toy (flirt pole) unleashed!!!
PS: there’s trees around that provided shade so it was not hot even when we were scheduled during lunch time
How do San Marcos's private dog water parks 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 San Marcos dog water parks
Are dog water parks safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are 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. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. If you are worried about whether you can have an enjoyable water experience, just know that it is possible to have peace of mind when visiting dog waterparks by following basic safety guidelines. Some great ways to stay safe around water with your dog include learning canine CPR and keep an eye on your dog at all times to ensure they are not distressed. You can learn more about safety around water here.
How can I find the best dog water parks in San Marcos?
There are 14 dog water parks in the San Marcos area. The most popular dog water park is OC Pooch Pool (1-3 dogs $10 each add'l). You can browse all of our dog water parks here.
How do I know if a dog water park works for my dog?
Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your dog. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog water parks. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog water parks where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Make sure to review the amenities of the spot to see what kind of water features are offered to make sure it works for your dog. If your dog is not a strong swimmer, then perhaps choose a dog water park with tamer water features rather than a river or beach, for instance. We also recommend reading reviews and reaching out to the host with any questions, and of course, checking water park hours.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot water park?
We require that all dogs 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. Additionally, we recommend following our water safety guidelines.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot water park at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.
How much do Sniffspot dog water parks cost?
Dog water parks in the San Marcos area range from $55.0 and $55.0. The least expensive dog water park is OC Pooch Pool (1-3 dogs $10 each add'l). The most expensive dog water park is OC Pooch Pool (1-3 dogs $10 each add'l). Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
Can I have an event or party at a dog water park?
If you are planning an amazing dog water park party, each Sniffspot water park has their own rules regarding special events. Many water parks allow doggie birthday parties, training and other event types. Event organizers need to be responsible for their guests and event organizers should coordinate with the host regarding their fun party.
What are the coolest doggie water features available?
Sniffspot dog water parks can have a variety of features, everything from swimming pools to rivers to beaches to hoses and kiddie pools. If you are dreaming of a curtain of water, water tunnels, a ball pit pool, water slide ball pits, splash pools or other cool features, you can definitely find amazing features at Sniffspot dog water parks. Each water park is different, so check the details of the park to find the incredible dog water park of your dreams.
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