55This is my favorite place! John is so patient when it comes to my high energy anxious dogs. This is a great place to take out their energy. Claudia G.
Claudia G.
July 2023
This is my favorite place! John is so patient when it comes to my high energy anxious dogs. This is a great place to take out their energy.
55We loved our second time at John’s place just as much as the first. Best way to describe it is your own private oasis with hiking trails, an awesome cabin w/ bathroom and tons of amazing farm animals. Thanks for sharing your property.Alec H.
Alec H.
July 2023
We loved our second time at John’s place just as much as the first. Best way to describe it is your own private oasis with hiking trails, an awesome cabin w/ bathroom and tons of amazing farm animals. Thanks for sharing your property.
55Ten stars - this place is special. John was super nice & informative; his map of the property made navigating the trails a breeze. The creeks and trails were simply lovely and kept the pups thoroughly entertained. Our favorite sniffspot by far!Susan S.
Susan S.
August 2023
Ten stars - this place is special. John was super nice & informative; his map of the property made navigating the trails a breeze. The creeks and trails were simply lovely and kept the pups thoroughly entertained. Our favorite sniffspot by far!
55Best host's, great adventure for your pet (and exercise for you as well as pets!) Trails, running creeks, chairs...etc. They take such great care of the place. Marked trails, and they will give you a map of the different trails. There's a great place for your dog to take a swim. Peaceful and beautiful. My boys love it and so do I!!!Linda L.
Linda L.
August 2023
Best host's, great adventure for your pet (and exercise for you as well as pets!) Trails, running creeks, chairs...etc. They take such great care of the place. Marked trails, and they will give you a map of the different trails. There's a great place for your dog to take a swim. Peaceful and beautiful. My boys love it and so do I!!!
55One of our top 3 favorite sniffspots. The dogs enjoyed the creek and the map of trails was helpful. You really can not get lost as there are the cutest signs letting you know where you are. Lots of small bridges and benches for you to enjoy. My dogs had the zoomies they were so happy running all around the trails. We will definitely be back! Vidara K.
Vidara K.
August 2023
One of our top 3 favorite sniffspots. The dogs enjoyed the creek and the map of trails was helpful. You really can not get lost as there are the cutest signs letting you know where you are. Lots of small bridges and benches for you to enjoy. My dogs had the zoomies they were so happy running all around the trails. We will definitely be back!
55Drove 50 minutes to this sniff spot and worth the drive. So much space and so much to do for my dog. Impressed with all the signage and seating throughout the area. Will definitely return. Carlos C.
Carlos C.
August 2023
Drove 50 minutes to this sniff spot and worth the drive. So much space and so much to do for my dog. Impressed with all the signage and seating throughout the area. Will definitely return.
55First, you meet your awesome host. Second, he escorts you with your dogs on leash through the pasture, which may include bunnies, chickens, goats, wild turkeys, and two very mellow Scottish Highland cattle. Then you are “set free” in the flat grassy area which borders Coal Creek. After that, there are wooded trails up the hill, if you choose to climb. I love this place and only wish I could get there more often. (Note to self, make a point of it.) Steph and John are genuinely happy to welcome people and dogs. Evelyn R.
Evelyn R.
August 2023
First, you meet your awesome host. Second, he escorts you with your dogs on leash through the pasture, which may include bunnies, chickens, goats, wild turkeys, and two very mellow Scottish Highland cattle. Then you are “set free” in the flat grassy area which borders Coal Creek. After that, there are wooded trails up the hill, if you choose to climb. I love this place and only wish I could get there more often. (Note to self, make a point of it.) Steph and John are genuinely happy to welcome people and dogs.
55It's no surprise that the glowing reviews brought me here, and now I find myself wholeheartedly agreeing with them! I'm left wondering about the little things like how they keep the grass so perfectly trimmed in this vast place. Do the goats have a part in that? Speaking of goats, we spotted one wagging its tail at my dog! I hope that means the same thing in 'goat language.' Beyond my musings, what can I add? The dogs had a blast swimming and running. This spot is just pure fun, and we'll definitely be returning.KT E.
KT E.
August 2023
It's no surprise that the glowing reviews brought me here, and now I find myself wholeheartedly agreeing with them! I'm left wondering about the little things like how they keep the grass so perfectly trimmed in this vast place. Do the goats have a part in that? Speaking of goats, we spotted one wagging its tail at my dog! I hope that means the same thing in 'goat language.' Beyond my musings, what can I add? The dogs had a blast swimming and running. This spot is just pure fun, and we'll definitely be returning.
55The most pleasant and well kept sniff spot we have been to. The trials are beautiful, fun, and the trail signs are well made. John came out and introduced himself, gave us a map (very cool), and a tour! Overall such a lovely experience and the dogs loved it. Anna W.
Anna W.
August 2023
The most pleasant and well kept sniff spot we have been to. The trials are beautiful, fun, and the trail signs are well made. John came out and introduced himself, gave us a map (very cool), and a tour! Overall such a lovely experience and the dogs loved it.
55Another great visit to Spring Acres. John is always so welcoming and the dogs had a great time running the trails and splashing in the creek. Vidara K.
Vidara K.
August 2023
Another great visit to Spring Acres. John is always so welcoming and the dogs had a great time running the trails and splashing in the creek.
55A M A Z I N G ! ! !
This was the best Sniffspot we’ve been to by far. John was very welcoming and showed us the ropes. He understood we had two very young and spastic golden retrievers lol. His wife Stephanie was very sweet as well. The property itself feels massive. What a treat to walk through a pasture full of farm animals (on leash or course) to get to the Sniffspot. There are ample trails, mixed terrain and the most beautiful flowing stream. We have a 1 yr old golden retriever, Levi, and a 5-month old golden retriever, Oakley. Oakley lived for the water! She swam for the first time, too. Levi was able to practice his swimming skills, too. There are little holes deep enough for safe dog swimming though I’m sure the stream changes through the year. What a magical place. The dogs loved watching the farm animals, too. So many new experiences for them and we’re so thankful to have been able to enjoy your slice of heaven. We will definitely be back to explore what we didn’t have time for! Both dogs were knocked out on the way home, very unusual for Levi :) Kimmie H.
Kimmie H.
August 2023
A M A Z I N G ! ! !
This was the best Sniffspot we’ve been to by far. John was very welcoming and showed us the ropes. He understood we had two very young and spastic golden retrievers lol. His wife Stephanie was very sweet as well. The property itself feels massive. What a treat to walk through a pasture full of farm animals (on leash or course) to get to the Sniffspot. There are ample trails, mixed terrain and the most beautiful flowing stream. We have a 1 yr old golden retriever, Levi, and a 5-month old golden retriever, Oakley. Oakley lived for the water! She swam for the first time, too. Levi was able to practice his swimming skills, too. There are little holes deep enough for safe dog swimming though I’m sure the stream changes through the year. What a magical place. The dogs loved watching the farm animals, too. So many new experiences for them and we’re so thankful to have been able to enjoy your slice of heaven. We will definitely be back to explore what we didn’t have time for! Both dogs were knocked out on the way home, very unusual for Levi :)
55Even in the rain this is our dogs' absolute favorite place to go! John is incredibly kind and welcoming and their property is gorgeous. When the pups need to burn off some energy and we want to enjoy some time in the woods without worry of other people or dogs, this is our go to. Can't recommend this spot enough :)Cierra B.
Cierra B.
September 2023
Even in the rain this is our dogs' absolute favorite place to go! John is incredibly kind and welcoming and their property is gorgeous. When the pups need to burn off some energy and we want to enjoy some time in the woods without worry of other people or dogs, this is our go to. Can't recommend this spot enough :)
55What a wonderful experience! John was great and my dog loved him, he helped us settle in, get to know the property. and even provided a cute map. Lots of fun animals that were so curious and comfortable with my pup. This is the perfect place for him to explore and he had the best time. Can’t wait to visit the farm again! Freda H.
Freda H.
July 2023
What a wonderful experience! John was great and my dog loved him, he helped us settle in, get to know the property. and even provided a cute map. Lots of fun animals that were so curious and comfortable with my pup. This is the perfect place for him to explore and he had the best time. Can’t wait to visit the farm again!
55Great place. Lots of trails to run and creeks to splash in. There was a family with kids and off leash dogs on the other side of the big down tree at the end of the creek. Jill T.
Jill T.
July 2023
Great place. Lots of trails to run and creeks to splash in. There was a family with kids and off leash dogs on the other side of the big down tree at the end of the creek.
55My jaw dropped when we pulled into this place. The property is gorgeous and they really went all out on another level. John was nice enough to give us a little tour before we ventured off with the map he gave us and there’s plenty of adorable signs so it’s easy to follow along. The stream/river was so clear compared to other places we’ve been. My dogs couldn’t get enough of this place! We also met Stephanie on our way out and she was wonderful.
*Caution* Little mishap on OUR part but figured I’d mention it so other people can be hyper aware: Although the river seemed shallow today there’s a slight drop off that John did warn us about- our little dogs ball ended up floating down into that small cove under the trees so she zoned in and couldn’t get out on her own. My boyfriend jumped in to pull her out but you can say we’ll be leaving our phones in the car next time! Haha. This absolutely won’t deter us from coming back just lesson learned and wanted to pass along the info!
Thank you again John and Stephanie your place is a dreamland for dogs❤️Lexi D.
Lexi D.
July 2023
My jaw dropped when we pulled into this place. The property is gorgeous and they really went all out on another level. John was nice enough to give us a little tour before we ventured off with the map he gave us and there’s plenty of adorable signs so it’s easy to follow along. The stream/river was so clear compared to other places we’ve been. My dogs couldn’t get enough of this place! We also met Stephanie on our way out and she was wonderful.
*Caution* Little mishap on OUR part but figured I’d mention it so other people can be hyper aware: Although the river seemed shallow today there’s a slight drop off that John did warn us about- our little dogs ball ended up floating down into that small cove under the trees so she zoned in and couldn’t get out on her own. My boyfriend jumped in to pull her out but you can say we’ll be leaving our phones in the car next time! Haha. This absolutely won’t deter us from coming back just lesson learned and wanted to pass along the info!
Thank you again John and Stephanie your place is a dreamland for dogs❤️
55OMG .. Chose this space based on prior sniffer reviews and it did not disappoint!! This property is AMAZING! Not sure who enjoyed it more … me or my ‘lil sniffer! 😆
We booked 1.5 hours but could have stayed much longer. There are lots of little trails that are all well marked which makes it easy to follow the map. The creek was just the right depth today so Nacho could chase his stick and even get the zoomies in the water.
The field was just long enough to do a little ball chasing before we left.
And Molly. She was just so curious about Nacho and he didn’t understand … he thought he’d made a new friend to run the fence line with. 😆
This is a place I could rent for hours or even the day just to have all to ourselves. We will definitely be back!Rebecca T.
Rebecca T.
July 2023
OMG .. Chose this space based on prior sniffer reviews and it did not disappoint!! This property is AMAZING! Not sure who enjoyed it more … me or my ‘lil sniffer! 😆
We booked 1.5 hours but could have stayed much longer. There are lots of little trails that are all well marked which makes it easy to follow the map. The creek was just the right depth today so Nacho could chase his stick and even get the zoomies in the water.
The field was just long enough to do a little ball chasing before we left.
And Molly. She was just so curious about Nacho and he didn’t understand … he thought he’d made a new friend to run the fence line with. 😆
This is a place I could rent for hours or even the day just to have all to ourselves. We will definitely be back!
55Second time visiting. It’s always such a fun time for me and the dogs. I tracked at least 1+ miles of just walking on the trails without repeating. That’s probably my favorite thing about this spot since it’s much more fun for my dogs. However, if you need an open space to just play fetch there’s that as well. There’s also a nice big creek where my dog loves to (kinda) swim in. So we get all these great activities in just one spot. Definitely recommend, well worth it. Lena D.
Lena D.
May 2022
Second time visiting. It’s always such a fun time for me and the dogs. I tracked at least 1+ miles of just walking on the trails without repeating. That’s probably my favorite thing about this spot since it’s much more fun for my dogs. However, if you need an open space to just play fetch there’s that as well. There’s also a nice big creek where my dog loves to (kinda) swim in. So we get all these great activities in just one spot. Definitely recommend, well worth it.
How do Kent'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 Kent 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 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.
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