55As always, we had a great time. The pups loved being in a big open space, so they could run. Thank you for the water, chairs and garbage cans. We will be back! Karen Y.
Karen Y.
March 2024
As always, we had a great time. The pups loved being in a big open space, so they could run. Thank you for the water, chairs and garbage cans. We will be back!
55We have a golden retriever and an Australian cattle dog mix foster through our rescue who love the outdoors and rain. We went as the rain was coming down and they both loved it. Something new for them both to experience I’m sure and they had a blast. Space was perfect for them to run around with no limitations. We will be coming again. Heather S.
Heather S.
March 2024
We have a golden retriever and an Australian cattle dog mix foster through our rescue who love the outdoors and rain. We went as the rain was coming down and they both loved it. Something new for them both to experience I’m sure and they had a blast. Space was perfect for them to run around with no limitations. We will be coming again.
55Such a wonderful serene spot! Plenty of space to let your pup run far and wide. Plenty of water in the big red buckets and lots of poop pick up tools at your disposal. Going to make this our regular weekly park run. Carsyn T.
Carsyn T.
April 2024
Such a wonderful serene spot! Plenty of space to let your pup run far and wide. Plenty of water in the big red buckets and lots of poop pick up tools at your disposal. Going to make this our regular weekly park run.
55This was such a great open space! Shade and sun, lots of room to run and chase balls, good clean water for the dogs, easy to find. The host was wonderful! :-)Leanna A.
Leanna A.
April 2024
This was such a great open space! Shade and sun, lots of room to run and chase balls, good clean water for the dogs, easy to find. The host was wonderful! :-)
55This was our first Sniffspot experience, and it definitely exceeded our expectations! Easy to follow directions, plenty of water and poop bags. We thought that an hour wouldn’t be enough, but with the large space and beautiful hill, our 2 large boys were wiped in half the time. Even when they were done running, they enjoyed sniffing around and enjoying the peaceful sounds of nature that we don’t get in Santa Clara. Worth the drive and will certainly be back! Casey M.
Casey M.
April 2024
This was our first Sniffspot experience, and it definitely exceeded our expectations! Easy to follow directions, plenty of water and poop bags. We thought that an hour wouldn’t be enough, but with the large space and beautiful hill, our 2 large boys were wiped in half the time. Even when they were done running, they enjoyed sniffing around and enjoying the peaceful sounds of nature that we don’t get in Santa Clara. Worth the drive and will certainly be back!
55Tonight was our first night visiting Hillside Meadow. Dexter loved it!!! Kristie gave great directions and the area was perfect for our large dog! Thank you! We will be back soon!!! Deborah M.
Deborah M.
April 2024
Tonight was our first night visiting Hillside Meadow. Dexter loved it!!! Kristie gave great directions and the area was perfect for our large dog! Thank you! We will be back soon!!!
55We had a Blast at Hillside Meadow!! We'll Be Back on Our Next Roadtrip!! There were dogs visible, and very close to the fencing, which is chain link, on two sides of the property. It didn't become an issue for Us, but it could be for more reactive dogs. Dougan B.
Dougan B.
April 2024
We had a Blast at Hillside Meadow!! We'll Be Back on Our Next Roadtrip!! There were dogs visible, and very close to the fencing, which is chain link, on two sides of the property. It didn't become an issue for Us, but it could be for more reactive dogs.
55This is a great space for high energy dogs! Our 1 year old German Shepherd Claire got plenty of energy out in an hour of going up and down the hillside and slept on the car ride home. Kristie the host messaged us before hand and was very helpful and friendly. We will be back!Cameron T.
Cameron T.
April 2024
This is a great space for high energy dogs! Our 1 year old German Shepherd Claire got plenty of energy out in an hour of going up and down the hillside and slept on the car ride home. Kristie the host messaged us before hand and was very helpful and friendly. We will be back!
55We had the best time! My dog is super energetic and we have a small backyard so this was sooo perfect! No complaints at all and definitely will be booking here in the future! Kelly S.
Kelly S.
April 2024
We had the best time! My dog is super energetic and we have a small backyard so this was sooo perfect! No complaints at all and definitely will be booking here in the future!
55This was our first Sniffspot! Very nice and easy to find. Lots of space and noises/smells to experience, my pup got to see goats and hear chickens for the first time. Annmarie G.
Annmarie G.
April 2024
This was our first Sniffspot! Very nice and easy to find. Lots of space and noises/smells to experience, my pup got to see goats and hear chickens for the first time.
55It was amazing! Kristie was great and super easy to communicate with. The spot was clean and gated and exactly as described. Kristie has big bowls of water in case you forget to bring your own. There are two chairs as well in the shade in case you want to have a seat while the dogs play. It was a great experience and most importantly our boys loved it! 5/5Zach H.
Zach H.
April 2024
It was amazing! Kristie was great and super easy to communicate with. The spot was clean and gated and exactly as described. Kristie has big bowls of water in case you forget to bring your own. There are two chairs as well in the shade in case you want to have a seat while the dogs play. It was a great experience and most importantly our boys loved it! 5/5
55We have brought all 3 of our large breed dogs to this meadow and it is a fantastic place to play without having to worry about other dogs or animals. Lots of stimulation from surrounding properties and animals that brings its own entertainment. Were excited to keep coming back Kaylin C.
Kaylin C.
April 2024
We have brought all 3 of our large breed dogs to this meadow and it is a fantastic place to play without having to worry about other dogs or animals. Lots of stimulation from surrounding properties and animals that brings its own entertainment. Were excited to keep coming back
55It was a great spot for our 2 dogs. Lots of open field for our dogs to run around. They even have poop bags, a trash can, and 2 chairs under the shade. The place to park our car was right by the entrance of the gate and in view from the chairs. We and the dogs felt very comfortable playing/running around. We would definitely come back again!Sarah L.
Sarah L.
April 2024
It was a great spot for our 2 dogs. Lots of open field for our dogs to run around. They even have poop bags, a trash can, and 2 chairs under the shade. The place to park our car was right by the entrance of the gate and in view from the chairs. We and the dogs felt very comfortable playing/running around. We would definitely come back again!
How do Aptos's private fully fenced dog 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 Aptos fully fenced dog parks
Are fully fenced dog parks safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, inattentive owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. Human and animal safety is our #1 focus. Without a private option, many dog owners are relegated to using athletic fields or tennis courts for their dogs, which are not private or safe. 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. And with fully fenced Sniffspot parks, you can get the safety of a fenced-in space for dogs, while still having plenty of space to run.
How can I find fully fenced dog parks in Aptos?
There are 35 fully fenced dog parks in the Aptos area. The most popular fully fenced park is . You can browse all of our fully fenced dog parks here.
How do I know if a fully fenced dog park works for my dog?
Many people looking for fully fenced parks have dogs that are not good with voice control. Start by applying basic filters, such as fences height and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your dog. You can see attributes of fences such as height, gaps and fencing type to find the perfect fenced-in space for dogs. You can filter by size to make sure you have plenty of space, or a smaller space if you prefer a neighborhood park. You can browse on a map by park location to find one in your city or near your city. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our off-leash areas where there are no dogs audible or visible near the space. Make sure to review the amenities of the spot to check features you want for your activity, such as fresh water, trail features such as soft trails or walking trails, or even water fountains. If you prefer wood chips, many of our parks have wood chips or indoor space if you prefer a beautiful park building.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot fully fenced dog park?
We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not permit use by pregnant dogs and we do not permit dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules, such as staying within the designated off-leash areas. Each park location also has their own set of rules that guests need to follow, such as limiting excessive barking.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot fully fenced dog 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 fully fenced dog parks cost?