55My dog enjoyed every moment here! She loved exploring, watching the birds and even went in the pond. She stayed busy the entire time and is home resting up.
We will definitely be back again!Carol B.
Carol B.
February 2023
My dog enjoyed every moment here! She loved exploring, watching the birds and even went in the pond. She stayed busy the entire time and is home resting up.
We will definitely be back again!
55Awesome! My dog was in heaven. Love the trail that goes all the way the pond for me to exercise too! Thanks so much, extra bonus to have a hose to rinse off and there were even towels(though we had brought our own) best spot ever! Jamilyn L.
Jamilyn L.
February 2023
Awesome! My dog was in heaven. Love the trail that goes all the way the pond for me to exercise too! Thanks so much, extra bonus to have a hose to rinse off and there were even towels(though we had brought our own) best spot ever!
55Our first Sniffspot visit and Taylor Pond sets a high bar. Our 10-month-old Lab had a blast running, exploring, swimming and retrieving. A flat path around the pond made walking easy. We’ll be back for sure. Thanks David!Terry M.
Terry M.
February 2023
Our first Sniffspot visit and Taylor Pond sets a high bar. Our 10-month-old Lab had a blast running, exploring, swimming and retrieving. A flat path around the pond made walking easy. We’ll be back for sure. Thanks David!
55This is just the perfect spot for our dogs. We were able to walk laps around the pond with the dogs. Plenty of places for the dogs to explore and run. Will be making this a weekly thing. Heather D.
Heather D.
March 2023
This is just the perfect spot for our dogs. We were able to walk laps around the pond with the dogs. Plenty of places for the dogs to explore and run. Will be making this a weekly thing.
55It’s like dog Disneyland, perfect place to let my border collie run out his energy and swim in the pond! Check in is super easy, host is really friendly. 10/10! Kaitlyn S.
Kaitlyn S.
March 2023
It’s like dog Disneyland, perfect place to let my border collie run out his energy and swim in the pond! Check in is super easy, host is really friendly. 10/10!
55Our two goldendoodles had an absolutely wonderful time. The just ran and ran. Lots of wonderful smells and different sounding birds that caught their attention. Lots of room to explore. They are completely worn out. We’ll be back. Heidi M.
Heidi M.
March 2023
Our two goldendoodles had an absolutely wonderful time. The just ran and ran. Lots of wonderful smells and different sounding birds that caught their attention. Lots of room to explore. They are completely worn out. We’ll be back.
55We had a great time visiting Taylor Pond. Our two dogs ran freely in the entirely fenced property. The dogs were curious about the ducks in the pond and enjoyed going on the two docks. Looking forward to another visit in the future.Susan I.
Susan I.
March 2023
We had a great time visiting Taylor Pond. Our two dogs ran freely in the entirely fenced property. The dogs were curious about the ducks in the pond and enjoyed going on the two docks. Looking forward to another visit in the future.
55My hound is a regular here, we love the pond, and this week we wanted to bring her BFF for some play time. I let David know that the 2nd dog is a bit skittish around new people and thanks to the wonderful people who live and work here we had a stress free hour of crazy dog fun 🥰🥰 Pond is up from all the rain, It's the perfect place to let dogs be dogsMichele S.
Michele S.
March 2023
My hound is a regular here, we love the pond, and this week we wanted to bring her BFF for some play time. I let David know that the 2nd dog is a bit skittish around new people and thanks to the wonderful people who live and work here we had a stress free hour of crazy dog fun 🥰🥰 Pond is up from all the rain, It's the perfect place to let dogs be dogs
55My dogs were in heaven! Freedom to run, swim and play with no stressors around.
Thanks so much for sharing your little bit of paradise with us! Stephanie B.
Stephanie B.
March 2023
My dogs were in heaven! Freedom to run, swim and play with no stressors around.
Thanks so much for sharing your little bit of paradise with us!
55Tilly and I had such a great time! It's the perfect place to let loose; lots of room, no dangers (though she was a little surprised when she chased a duck and ended up swimming!). It was raining, and the trail on the left side was soggy, but we didn't care. I saw David and his dog, and he was quick to take the dog out of sight. I can't wait to come back (maybe in the sunshine)Marilyn P.
Marilyn P.
March 2023
Tilly and I had such a great time! It's the perfect place to let loose; lots of room, no dangers (though she was a little surprised when she chased a duck and ended up swimming!). It was raining, and the trail on the left side was soggy, but we didn't care. I saw David and his dog, and he was quick to take the dog out of sight. I can't wait to come back (maybe in the sunshine)
55This place is amazing! There are loads of places to sniff, several different textures of walking path (gravel, dirt, grass, rocks), and not to mention the pond.
This was our first time actually going off leash and I was concerned for a few reasons; however, I felt so much better once I got there and noticed that I could see the entire place (and in theory, her) wherever I stood. There are a few outbuildings, so she did manage to sneak away, but always waited for me to appear.
David came out to talk for a few minutes and he was very friendly and welcoming. I loved the set up near the parking that had dog treats, toys, and water.
Overall, this is definitely a top spot for both of us and I know we’ll be back again and again. Stacee E.
Stacee E.
July 2022
This place is amazing! There are loads of places to sniff, several different textures of walking path (gravel, dirt, grass, rocks), and not to mention the pond.
This was our first time actually going off leash and I was concerned for a few reasons; however, I felt so much better once I got there and noticed that I could see the entire place (and in theory, her) wherever I stood. There are a few outbuildings, so she did manage to sneak away, but always waited for me to appear.
David came out to talk for a few minutes and he was very friendly and welcoming. I loved the set up near the parking that had dog treats, toys, and water.
Overall, this is definitely a top spot for both of us and I know we’ll be back again and again.
55Taylor Pond's close proximity, ambience, wide trail to run on, and friendly owner is the best thing to happen to my rescue Aussie. The new fun thing today was a candy dispenser machine that had tasty dog treats in it. Great idea for those who forgot treats or want to try something new! Somebody left a couple quarters on top for us to use (thank you to whomever did that)! We then paid it forward and left a couple quarters for the next guest. Kim U.
Kim U.
July 2022
Taylor Pond's close proximity, ambience, wide trail to run on, and friendly owner is the best thing to happen to my rescue Aussie. The new fun thing today was a candy dispenser machine that had tasty dog treats in it. Great idea for those who forgot treats or want to try something new! Somebody left a couple quarters on top for us to use (thank you to whomever did that)! We then paid it forward and left a couple quarters for the next guest.
How do El Cajon's private dog hiking trails 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 El Cajon dog hiking trails
Are dog hiking trails 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 a city or county park. With a Sniffspot off-leash area 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. Our hiking trails tend to be outside the city, which lends to more privacy, but it is also important to follow typical hiking safety precautions, such as potentially having trail maps.
How can I find dog hiking trails in El Cajon?
There are 5 dog hiking trails in the El Cajon area. The most popular dog hiking trail is Taylor pond. You can browse all of our dog hiking trails here.
How do I know if a dog hiking trail works for my dog?
Sniffspot provides the tools to find the ideal spot. Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing 6 feet tall and distractions, to find a dog park with trails that works for your dog. You can also filter by size if you are looking for a certain acre park, an expansive off-leash dog park. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog hiking trails. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog hiking trails where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Since you are looking for trails, make sure to check photos to see if it the spot has flat trails or gnarly trails. You can also browse by specific amenities, if you are looking for a view or a beach, for instance, or other activities or fun features. You can check whether the spot has off or on street parking, the regular park hours, whether it has paved trails or a modern restroom.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog hiking trail?
In order to hike the trails, we require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not permit dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot hiking trail 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 hiking trails cost?
Dog hiking trails in the El Cajon area range from $4.0 and $39.0. The least expensive dog hiking trail is William's Private Dog Park In Fallbrook. The most expensive dog hiking trail is CHOICE AVOCADOS - DOGGY DAY ADVENTURES. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
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