55A wonderful time! A beautiful lake for us to walk around and the dogs enjoyed swimming and exploring. The hosts were extremely hospitable and friendly. We hope to come back soon! Sharon N.
Sharon N.
May 2022
A wonderful time! A beautiful lake for us to walk around and the dogs enjoyed swimming and exploring. The hosts were extremely hospitable and friendly. We hope to come back soon!
55Beautiful spot with so many fun things to explore. Hammocks, tire swings, rock climbing wall, archery, and duck feeding! We had an absolute blast. There were a lot of very nice people milling about. The side gate was open and my dog got out briefly, so maybe check that it's closed before you let them loose if you have a runner. We had a beautiful afternoon stroll around the pond and the dogs were so dirty and exhausted! Tara A.
Tara A.
May 2022
Beautiful spot with so many fun things to explore. Hammocks, tire swings, rock climbing wall, archery, and duck feeding! We had an absolute blast. There were a lot of very nice people milling about. The side gate was open and my dog got out briefly, so maybe check that it's closed before you let them loose if you have a runner. We had a beautiful afternoon stroll around the pond and the dogs were so dirty and exhausted!
55Beautiful property. Our dogs had a great time swimming. There is a home on the far end with people within the interior of the property. Just to be aware of it in the case your dog doesn’t have good recall. We moved back to the other end when they arrived. Otherwise, the owner is super nice. It was great to have a hose to rinse the dogs off. Ty!Gabby K.
Gabby K.
May 2022
Beautiful property. Our dogs had a great time swimming. There is a home on the far end with people within the interior of the property. Just to be aware of it in the case your dog doesn’t have good recall. We moved back to the other end when they arrived. Otherwise, the owner is super nice. It was great to have a hose to rinse the dogs off. Ty!
55Incredible!! Such an amazing experience and will definitely be a regular. Don’t make the mistake I made and make sure to follow the precise directions - I drove through someone’s yard. Etta T.
Etta T.
June 2022
Incredible!! Such an amazing experience and will definitely be a regular. Don’t make the mistake I made and make sure to follow the precise directions - I drove through someone’s yard.
55This is a lovely property with lots to sniff. Plus your dog can swim, jump off the docks, run, and check out the ducks. There are hammocks, a tire swing, regular swing, bathrooms and more. We will be going back a lot! Thanks for making your property available!
Judy & CoriJudy F.
Judy F.
June 2022
This is a lovely property with lots to sniff. Plus your dog can swim, jump off the docks, run, and check out the ducks. There are hammocks, a tire swing, regular swing, bathrooms and more. We will be going back a lot! Thanks for making your property available!
Judy & Cori
55Great space, has almost like a mini summer camp feel with boats, hammocks, swings. We were there for 1.5 hours and it was perfect for my dogs. We did see a few people during our time there. I walked around the found several times while my dogs were in and out of the water. Jennifer N.
Jennifer N.
June 2022
Great space, has almost like a mini summer camp feel with boats, hammocks, swings. We were there for 1.5 hours and it was perfect for my dogs. We did see a few people during our time there. I walked around the found several times while my dogs were in and out of the water.
55Such a beautiful location! My girl had a blast here and I loved it too. Tons of fun for both of us. Clean, safe, and lovely. We will be back! Ashley D.
Ashley D.
June 2022
Such a beautiful location! My girl had a blast here and I loved it too. Tons of fun for both of us. Clean, safe, and lovely. We will be back!
55Great spot! There were people visible on the property, but the space is so big we were able to avoid them. Our pup was so intrigued by the ducks and chicks that he didn’t mind at all! Booked on fairly short notice and had no issues.Trevor M.
Trevor M.
June 2022
Great spot! There were people visible on the property, but the space is so big we were able to avoid them. Our pup was so intrigued by the ducks and chicks that he didn’t mind at all! Booked on fairly short notice and had no issues.
55Such a great spot! Our dogs love it here. The pond has ducks that our younger dog swims and chases. There is a fence at the end of the property with people and dogs walking, so just keep that in mind if you have reactive dogs. There were also some people that arrived towards the end of our time that seemed to be going fishing in the pond. Cris & Eik M.
Cris & Eik M.
June 2022
Such a great spot! Our dogs love it here. The pond has ducks that our younger dog swims and chases. There is a fence at the end of the property with people and dogs walking, so just keep that in mind if you have reactive dogs. There were also some people that arrived towards the end of our time that seemed to be going fishing in the pond.
55This place was great! They had towels out near the hose off station and a bucket of toys which was super thoughtful. Next time I’d bring biodegradable dog shampoo for a quick wash before leaving. We had a great time and I definitely recommend this location. Kallen S.
Kallen S.
June 2022
This place was great! They had towels out near the hose off station and a bucket of toys which was super thoughtful. Next time I’d bring biodegradable dog shampoo for a quick wash before leaving. We had a great time and I definitely recommend this location.
55I like the parking that’s available inside the fenced lot. My pup had a great time! It’s a beautiful pond with ducks and fish. Such a relaxing atmosphere. Katelyn P.
Katelyn P.
June 2022
I like the parking that’s available inside the fenced lot. My pup had a great time! It’s a beautiful pond with ducks and fish. Such a relaxing atmosphere.
55It’s a really great spot! They mentioned there may be Airbnb guests in the back so I stayed away from there but a woman came out of the front house so I did end up leashing my dog. Overall a great property though! Kristen S.
Kristen S.
June 2022
It’s a really great spot! They mentioned there may be Airbnb guests in the back so I stayed away from there but a woman came out of the front house so I did end up leashing my dog. Overall a great property though!
55This place has a nice pond with lots of ducks. My dog went nuts and had so much fun swimming around, trying to chase the ducks. We saw 2 people while we were there but for the most part we had a lot of privacy. Cam H.
Cam H.
June 2022
This place has a nice pond with lots of ducks. My dog went nuts and had so much fun swimming around, trying to chase the ducks. We saw 2 people while we were there but for the most part we had a lot of privacy.
55This was a great spot for our dog! It was a nice place to walk around the pond. Our dog loved swimming in the pond. There were shady places on this hot day. There were a couple people around so if your dog has people issues, choose a different spot. It's a really big area so it was easy for us to find out own space to hang out. Pretty area with ducks!Melissa D.
Melissa D.
June 2022
This was a great spot for our dog! It was a nice place to walk around the pond. Our dog loved swimming in the pond. There were shady places on this hot day. There were a couple people around so if your dog has people issues, choose a different spot. It's a really big area so it was easy for us to find out own space to hang out. Pretty area with ducks!
55This is place awesome. It brought back memories for my husband when he was a little kid. My dogs love it. There docks where they can jump from. It big and they can run around. There’s a lot of shade to sit and relax and it’s very peaceful. I booked another slot for next week. It’s very clean.Dawn L.
Dawn L.
June 2022
This is place awesome. It brought back memories for my husband when he was a little kid. My dogs love it. There docks where they can jump from. It big and they can run around. There’s a lot of shade to sit and relax and it’s very peaceful. I booked another slot for next week. It’s very clean.
55Amazing spot! Bring a towel and dog shampoo if your dog likes to go in the water. They have a perfect washing station. Everything is gated and clean! Alexis B.
Alexis B.
June 2022
Amazing spot! Bring a towel and dog shampoo if your dog likes to go in the water. They have a perfect washing station. Everything is gated and clean!
55we have had several great visits here.
For those who are concerned about the friendly, very senior dog on site, if your dog is very reactive I'm sure you could confirm with the hosts that she will be led out of the pond area for your visit. She hasn't approached us & my dog has never found her.
There is a fence at the back of the property, beyond which is public property & people occasionally walk by with their dogs. Again, if you don't want your dog to see any other dogs then maybe stay away from the rear of the pond.
This is a natural setting; if your dog is having any fun, s/he will get dirty. Michele S.
Michele S.
June 2022
we have had several great visits here.
For those who are concerned about the friendly, very senior dog on site, if your dog is very reactive I'm sure you could confirm with the hosts that she will be led out of the pond area for your visit. She hasn't approached us & my dog has never found her.
There is a fence at the back of the property, beyond which is public property & people occasionally walk by with their dogs. Again, if you don't want your dog to see any other dogs then maybe stay away from the rear of the pond.
This is a natural setting; if your dog is having any fun, s/he will get dirty.
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
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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
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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 6 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 $14.0 and $14.0. The least expensive dog hiking trail is Taylor pond. The most expensive dog hiking trail is Taylor pond. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
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