55Today was even more fun then usual as there were lots of huge puddles which the dogs were happy to play in and my rainboots kept me nice and dry. It is always a great spot for the dogs to run and to do some parkour. Tina P.
Tina P.
January 2021
Today was even more fun then usual as there were lots of huge puddles which the dogs were happy to play in and my rainboots kept me nice and dry. It is always a great spot for the dogs to run and to do some parkour.
55This was a cozy spot and easy to find! We loved the mossy path and all the little hidden treasures. Our dog does well with recall but you could easily avoid the entrance while off leash and the area feels very secure. We walked a mile and a half while there- I think Porter ran about 3 miles back and forth exploring all the smells! We will come back!Karli L.
Karli L.
January 2021
This was a cozy spot and easy to find! We loved the mossy path and all the little hidden treasures. Our dog does well with recall but you could easily avoid the entrance while off leash and the area feels very secure. We walked a mile and a half while there- I think Porter ran about 3 miles back and forth exploring all the smells! We will come back!
55Sir Dog of the Double Coat much prefers the cold weather for running around. Fortunately for the human, the real rain waited until the drive home. Humans: wear boots for the big puddles.Barbara L.
Barbara L.
January 2021
Sir Dog of the Double Coat much prefers the cold weather for running around. Fortunately for the human, the real rain waited until the drive home. Humans: wear boots for the big puddles.
55The pups had a blast running through the trails and smelling all the spots. It had rained a lot recently so I wore rubber boots and brought towels and it’s good that I did because the pups loved playing in all the puddles near the trails. Christy R.
Christy R.
January 2021
The pups had a blast running through the trails and smelling all the spots. It had rained a lot recently so I wore rubber boots and brought towels and it’s good that I did because the pups loved playing in all the puddles near the trails.
55Easy to find, well groomed trails and convenient ports a potty for humans! It’s definitely muddy but with appropriate footwear it’s still super easy to get around! Fun little jaunt in the woods. Mollyrose D.
Mollyrose D.
January 2021
Easy to find, well groomed trails and convenient ports a potty for humans! It’s definitely muddy but with appropriate footwear it’s still super easy to get around! Fun little jaunt in the woods.
55What a beautiful spot! And all of the whimsical touches they've added with gnomes and fairies and such were so fun. It turned out to be a little too far from home for this to be a regular spot for short outings but we will definitely go back. It was just gorgeous. Do wear rain boots right now for a few puddles but really well maintained.Leslie C.
Leslie C.
January 2021
What a beautiful spot! And all of the whimsical touches they've added with gnomes and fairies and such were so fun. It turned out to be a little too far from home for this to be a regular spot for short outings but we will definitely go back. It was just gorgeous. Do wear rain boots right now for a few puddles but really well maintained.
55I just can’t say enough nice things about this magical little spot. It was easy to find, the trails are wide and well maintained, there were magical little surprises around every corner and there were tons of thoughtful amenities including a human bathroom which was much appreciated. I can’t wait to return!Jennifer C.
Jennifer C.
January 2021
I just can’t say enough nice things about this magical little spot. It was easy to find, the trails are wide and well maintained, there were magical little surprises around every corner and there were tons of thoughtful amenities including a human bathroom which was much appreciated. I can’t wait to return!
55We arrived late (our own fault), but Harold said that since nobody else was coming, we could stay later. Very considerate.
We loved all of he decorations along the trail.Russell J.
Russell J.
January 2021
We arrived late (our own fault), but Harold said that since nobody else was coming, we could stay later. Very considerate.
We loved all of he decorations along the trail.
55The SniffSpot above all SniffSpots! What a fun place for the dogs to run and explore, and all the gnomes and Buddhas and fairies in the forest made it fun for me too. Jen G.
Jen G.
January 2021
The SniffSpot above all SniffSpots! What a fun place for the dogs to run and explore, and all the gnomes and Buddhas and fairies in the forest made it fun for me too.
55My younger Cattle Dogs really love coming here and always have a good time! It was a little flooded in areas on our last visit, but they thought that just added to the running enjoyment. Sarah S.
Sarah S.
February 2021
My younger Cattle Dogs really love coming here and always have a good time! It was a little flooded in areas on our last visit, but they thought that just added to the running enjoyment.
55Absolutely beautiful and unique! Loved all the decorations. My puppy loved sniffing the moss and listening to the ravens. Will be coming back. Grace C.
Grace C.
February 2021
Absolutely beautiful and unique! Loved all the decorations. My puppy loved sniffing the moss and listening to the ravens. Will be coming back.
55I loved all of the cute touches along the trails in the woods! It's beautifully maintained, peaceful and super fun for my dogs. The directions were clear and we had no trouble getting there.
There were cows and horses on the neighboring lot and although they are in a wire fence, my dogs easily slipped under and into the cow pen. Lesson learned for me that one of my dogs must have been a herding dog in a past life (and that we should not visit any sniff spots with farm animals in the future...). Paige T.
Paige T.
February 2021
I loved all of the cute touches along the trails in the woods! It's beautifully maintained, peaceful and super fun for my dogs. The directions were clear and we had no trouble getting there.
There were cows and horses on the neighboring lot and although they are in a wire fence, my dogs easily slipped under and into the cow pen. Lesson learned for me that one of my dogs must have been a herding dog in a past life (and that we should not visit any sniff spots with farm animals in the future...).
55What a great spot! There was still snow on the ground and it was a bit muddy, although the dogs had a blast discovering all the new smells! Just need to be prepared. Thank you for sharing your property.Mary K.
Mary K.
February 2021
What a great spot! There was still snow on the ground and it was a bit muddy, although the dogs had a blast discovering all the new smells! Just need to be prepared. Thank you for sharing your property.
55This is a wonderful place! Dogs had a blast running the many trails, and us humans had fun finding all of the little 'secrets' and funny items scattered throughout. Highly recommended!Jim M.
Jim M.
March 2021
This is a wonderful place! Dogs had a blast running the many trails, and us humans had fun finding all of the little 'secrets' and funny items scattered throughout. Highly recommended!
55We usually love coming here!
Unfortunately, the back neighbor’s multiple large dogs came onto the SniffSpot property briefly in the middle of our visit last time and the neighbor yelled for them frantically to come back for about 5-10 minutes. While I wasn’t walking any of my truly dog reactive dogs during this visit, a “strange man” yelling in the woods did still put a damper on our usually relaxing outing. Nothing to do with the SniffSpot host at all, who is clearly wonderful, but keep in mind that this may be a possibility on nice sunny days. Sarah S.
Sarah S.
March 2021
We usually love coming here!
Unfortunately, the back neighbor’s multiple large dogs came onto the SniffSpot property briefly in the middle of our visit last time and the neighbor yelled for them frantically to come back for about 5-10 minutes. While I wasn’t walking any of my truly dog reactive dogs during this visit, a “strange man” yelling in the woods did still put a damper on our usually relaxing outing. Nothing to do with the SniffSpot host at all, who is clearly wonderful, but keep in mind that this may be a possibility on nice sunny days.
55This was the best sniff spot i’ve been to. My dog LOVED exploring the paths in the woods, and I loved seeing all of the work that the hosts had put into creating a magical woodsy environment. We would love to come back! Chelsea G.
Chelsea G.
March 2021
This was the best sniff spot i’ve been to. My dog LOVED exploring the paths in the woods, and I loved seeing all of the work that the hosts had put into creating a magical woodsy environment. We would love to come back!
55Such a beautiful property. Our pup loved running the trails and we enjoyed checking out all the fun surprises hidden in the trees! Chelsea B.
Chelsea B.
March 2021
Such a beautiful property. Our pup loved running the trails and we enjoyed checking out all the fun surprises hidden in the trees!
How do Anacortes'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 Anacortes 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 Anacortes?
There are 13 dog hiking trails in the Anacortes area. The most popular dog hiking trail is Lake Cavanaugh K9 Ranch. 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 Anacortes area range from $15.0 and $15.0. The least expensive dog hiking trail is Lake Cavanaugh K9 Ranch. The most expensive dog hiking trail is Lake Cavanaugh K9 Ranch. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
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