55Always love it here. It is already pretty dry for the beginning of spring! Dogs had a great time and we saw several bald eagles today enjoying the sun. Mariah A.
Mariah A.
March 2024
Always love it here. It is already pretty dry for the beginning of spring! Dogs had a great time and we saw several bald eagles today enjoying the sun.
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55The girls had an amazing time running up and down the trails, exploring all the nooks between logs, and jumping over puddles! It was also a great place to practice recall for our more rambunctious pup. Alan D.
Alan D.
March 2024
The girls had an amazing time running up and down the trails, exploring all the nooks between logs, and jumping over puddles! It was also a great place to practice recall for our more rambunctious pup.
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55Great spot, quiet and private as described. Trails are narrow and hillside so we kept one of our pups leashed up but was still very pleasant.Chris L.
Chris L.
April 2024
Great spot, quiet and private as described. Trails are narrow and hillside so we kept one of our pups leashed up but was still very pleasant.
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55My dogs had a great time today. The paths are well marked and it was nice to have benches to sit on when heading back up the steep hill. Next time we'll stay 90 minutes and I'll bring some cash for eggs!Diane B.
Diane B.
April 2024
My dogs had a great time today. The paths are well marked and it was nice to have benches to sit on when heading back up the steep hill. Next time we'll stay 90 minutes and I'll bring some cash for eggs!
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55A very beautiful place to visit. Paths are very well marked and it was very clean. It took us about 40 minutes to walk all the trails and then we spent 20 minutes playing in the field. The dogs all had a wonderful time and so did we. ❤️ Thank you River F.
River F.
April 2024
A very beautiful place to visit. Paths are very well marked and it was very clean. It took us about 40 minutes to walk all the trails and then we spent 20 minutes playing in the field. The dogs all had a wonderful time and so did we. ❤️ Thank you
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55Absolutely perfect for my two reactive dogs! I’ve been bummed that I can’t go on normal hikes with them and this spot makes up for that by providing a safe and private environment. Well maintained trails and signage, just be careful with the wet weather downhill.Chelsea C.
Chelsea C.
April 2024
Absolutely perfect for my two reactive dogs! I’ve been bummed that I can’t go on normal hikes with them and this spot makes up for that by providing a safe and private environment. Well maintained trails and signage, just be careful with the wet weather downhill.
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55Beautiful trails and views. I loved seeing all the plants waking up in the forest. My dog had fun, parts of the trails are steep, so she got a lot of exercise running up and down while waiting for me:) Leah K.
Leah K.
April 2024
Beautiful trails and views. I loved seeing all the plants waking up in the forest. My dog had fun, parts of the trails are steep, so she got a lot of exercise running up and down while waiting for me:)
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55Beautiful spot! The trails are well marked.Did the view loop then ventured down the creek trail(glad I grabbed one of your walking sticks). On the way back up from the creek, took the switch back and did elks pass, then back to the view loop a couple times. Thank you !Karen O.
Karen O.
April 2024
Beautiful spot! The trails are well marked.Did the view loop then ventured down the creek trail(glad I grabbed one of your walking sticks). On the way back up from the creek, took the switch back and did elks pass, then back to the view loop a couple times. Thank you !
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55Perfect spot to practice off leash time and recall with our dog. She’s also reactive which makes hiking stressful at times since we always encounter other dogs on trails. This was a great little hike that we also got to enjoy knowing we wouldn’t run into anyone else. Jessica S.
Jessica S.
April 2024
Perfect spot to practice off leash time and recall with our dog. She’s also reactive which makes hiking stressful at times since we always encounter other dogs on trails. This was a great little hike that we also got to enjoy knowing we wouldn’t run into anyone else.
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55Beautiful property with some views, a creek, and some really sweet and short (though steep) trails. The dogs had a blast and I think I enjoyed it just as much as they did….I was super charmed by the property…. Easy to follow trails. Definitely good exercise/a mini adventure for both humans and dogs, best for humans in decent shape, but lots of cute places to stop and rest. Heads up that the trails are somewhat muddy even now when it hasn’t rained much lately. Super lovely morning- I felt like 1.5 hours was the perfect amount of time. You can do the trails in under an hour but this allowed me to walk leisurely, sit and just hang out some too. Thanks for sharing with us! Becca N.
Becca N.
April 2024
Beautiful property with some views, a creek, and some really sweet and short (though steep) trails. The dogs had a blast and I think I enjoyed it just as much as they did….I was super charmed by the property…. Easy to follow trails. Definitely good exercise/a mini adventure for both humans and dogs, best for humans in decent shape, but lots of cute places to stop and rest. Heads up that the trails are somewhat muddy even now when it hasn’t rained much lately. Super lovely morning- I felt like 1.5 hours was the perfect amount of time. You can do the trails in under an hour but this allowed me to walk leisurely, sit and just hang out some too. Thanks for sharing with us!
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55Met and exceeded all of my expectations! Absolutely gorgeous property. Feel very blessed that the property owners are sharing with the public and also adore that they have put a lot of work into their hiking trails. Alexandrea N.
Alexandrea N.
April 2024
Met and exceeded all of my expectations! Absolutely gorgeous property. Feel very blessed that the property owners are sharing with the public and also adore that they have put a lot of work into their hiking trails.
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55Excellent. Parking is clearly marked. Easy to get in and out of. The trails are clearly marked. My dog has the best time. There are several trails to explore. It’s like being out on a private trail in the middle of the woods but the security of being in a city. We loved it. Anna C.
Anna C.
April 2024
Excellent. Parking is clearly marked. Easy to get in and out of. The trails are clearly marked. My dog has the best time. There are several trails to explore. It’s like being out on a private trail in the middle of the woods but the security of being in a city. We loved it.
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55We come back here time & time again. It’s so great for hiking with your dog around the trails & knowing no one else will be there. Every time we come they have added something new too! Lydia S.
Lydia S.
May 2024
We come back here time & time again. It’s so great for hiking with your dog around the trails & knowing no one else will be there. Every time we come they have added something new too!
How do Cornelius'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 Cornelius 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.