55This was our very first sniff spot location and I found it to be very peaceful and calm, which was perfect for my large, reactive dog. He spent most of the time sniffing everything, playing fetch and exploring the area just outside of the backyard. He wore his long leash for training purposes and didn't have an issue with snagging it on anything, as there was lots of open area. We did hear a dog in the distance a couple of times but my dog didn't seem to mind at all. Instructions were clear and easy and the owner was in communication with me leading right up to the scheduled visit. Thank you for opening your space to us!Colette A.
Colette A.
February 2024
This was our very first sniff spot location and I found it to be very peaceful and calm, which was perfect for my large, reactive dog. He spent most of the time sniffing everything, playing fetch and exploring the area just outside of the backyard. He wore his long leash for training purposes and didn't have an issue with snagging it on anything, as there was lots of open area. We did hear a dog in the distance a couple of times but my dog didn't seem to mind at all. Instructions were clear and easy and the owner was in communication with me leading right up to the scheduled visit. Thank you for opening your space to us!
Morgan's large beautiful yard with access to hiking trails. Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Lake Forest | Sniffspot
55Serene, safe and spacious spot for my girl to roam free. Easy entrance/exit, great view and no surprise disturbances to alarm my dog. Would be great to return with one of her doggie besties.Lisa P.
Lisa P.
March 2024
Serene, safe and spacious spot for my girl to roam free. Easy entrance/exit, great view and no surprise disturbances to alarm my dog. Would be great to return with one of her doggie besties.
55My pup very much enjoyed running all over the yard. There is a small berm that allowed her run up and down and explore the “hill”. We played hide & seek and I hid behind some of the larger bushes when she wasn’t paying attention. We felt very welcome and there were even little dog treats for her to enjoy. We would love to return. Christine T.
Christine T.
October 2023
My pup very much enjoyed running all over the yard. There is a small berm that allowed her run up and down and explore the “hill”. We played hide & seek and I hid behind some of the larger bushes when she wasn’t paying attention. We felt very welcome and there were even little dog treats for her to enjoy. We would love to return.
55This is the perfect spacious backyard for dogs! My dogs had a blast exploring and sniffing around. The backyard overlooks a trail or nature area and they loved listening to all the nature noises and nearby critter noises. The backyard is also on an incline which made it perfect to play fetch, the dogs had so much fun chasing the ball down the slope! They also had a pile of dog toys/balls that my dogs had fun picking and choosing to play with. Cathy and her husband were also very warm and accommodating. They left out fresh water and even a bowl of treats that my dogs gobbled up. She was also very responsive messaging prior to the visit. The yard was easy to access, you just go through the side door of the house. My dogs cant wait to go back, thanks Cathy for such a positive experience!Christine F.
Christine F.
October 2023
This is the perfect spacious backyard for dogs! My dogs had a blast exploring and sniffing around. The backyard overlooks a trail or nature area and they loved listening to all the nature noises and nearby critter noises. The backyard is also on an incline which made it perfect to play fetch, the dogs had so much fun chasing the ball down the slope! They also had a pile of dog toys/balls that my dogs had fun picking and choosing to play with. Cathy and her husband were also very warm and accommodating. They left out fresh water and even a bowl of treats that my dogs gobbled up. She was also very responsive messaging prior to the visit. The yard was easy to access, you just go through the side door of the house. My dogs cant wait to go back, thanks Cathy for such a positive experience!
55This was our second time here and we will keep coming back regularly! My dogs love exploring this spacious backyard and playing fetch. They also loved the water and treats put out for them. Thanks again Cathy!Christine F.
Christine F.
November 2023
This was our second time here and we will keep coming back regularly! My dogs love exploring this spacious backyard and playing fetch. They also loved the water and treats put out for them. Thanks again Cathy!
55This was a pour second or third time at this sniff spot. My dog loves it, because there is enough room for her to run. Since the yard has an uphill at the back, she likes to run up and down. The yard is much greener now, from the rain. They put dog treats out on the table, and a bowl of water. There is seating for people at the table, under the covered patio. I might suggest that they pull up the shade on the patio, it will make it easier to see your doggo. Other than that, we really like this spot, and will be including it in our regular rotation. Elys N.
Elys N.
January 2024
This was a pour second or third time at this sniff spot. My dog loves it, because there is enough room for her to run. Since the yard has an uphill at the back, she likes to run up and down. The yard is much greener now, from the rain. They put dog treats out on the table, and a bowl of water. There is seating for people at the table, under the covered patio. I might suggest that they pull up the shade on the patio, it will make it easier to see your doggo. Other than that, we really like this spot, and will be including it in our regular rotation.
55This was a return visit for us, and because of the recent rain the yard was beautifully green! Tangie had such a good time running through it, fun to watc. The yard is safe, fencing is secure, no major obstacles. They have set up a little stand with dog treats, pet wipes, and toys. If possible, perhaps a larger water bowl, only because long nosed dogs like ours don’t like to be confined. Regardless, we had a wonderful time, and will be back after the rain.Elys N.
Elys N.
February 2024
This was a return visit for us, and because of the recent rain the yard was beautifully green! Tangie had such a good time running through it, fun to watc. The yard is safe, fencing is secure, no major obstacles. They have set up a little stand with dog treats, pet wipes, and toys. If possible, perhaps a larger water bowl, only because long nosed dogs like ours don’t like to be confined. Regardless, we had a wonderful time, and will be back after the rain.
55the grass is plentiful after all the rain we’ve had. a lot of room to run and explore. the only issue i had was with some older piles of poop that hadn’t been picked up by previous people. otherwise, we had a great time and will definitely be back!Connie C.
Connie C.
March 2024
the grass is plentiful after all the rain we’ve had. a lot of room to run and explore. the only issue i had was with some older piles of poop that hadn’t been picked up by previous people. otherwise, we had a great time and will definitely be back!
55It’s incredibly kind of the owners to open this spacious yard to people with dogs. A very large, open space to run and play, along with balls, treats and poop bags if needed. Check the gate has latched when you arrive; it requires a little extra pull. I would recommend the owner reinforce the chicken wire along the back fence… it has curled up in some spots leaving quite a gap. It was okay for my 28 pound dog but a smaller dog could potentially wiggle under it. Janice H.
Janice H.
March 2024
It’s incredibly kind of the owners to open this spacious yard to people with dogs. A very large, open space to run and play, along with balls, treats and poop bags if needed. Check the gate has latched when you arrive; it requires a little extra pull. I would recommend the owner reinforce the chicken wire along the back fence… it has curled up in some spots leaving quite a gap. It was okay for my 28 pound dog but a smaller dog could potentially wiggle under it.
55We had a great time here today! The yard is large and more than enough space to run and play. Supplies like poop bags, toys, fresh water and even wet wipes were provided! Super friendly and helpful host. Will come back again! Hilary H.
Hilary H.
March 2024
We had a great time here today! The yard is large and more than enough space to run and play. Supplies like poop bags, toys, fresh water and even wet wipes were provided! Super friendly and helpful host. Will come back again!
55I love this yard! I have show dogs (Great Danes) and the yard is a perfect size. I have to build and maintain muscle in my dogs and the slope is perfect for doing that. Teri F.
Teri F.
March 2024
I love this yard! I have show dogs (Great Danes) and the yard is a perfect size. I have to build and maintain muscle in my dogs and the slope is perfect for doing that.
55Money well spent! Absolutely perfect. Zero complaints! My dog was so happy to run around and sniff and explore. My heart is full from my pup’s experience here today. I am full of gratitude for the host that provided such a lovely experience for my pup. Linda V.
Linda V.
April 2024
Money well spent! Absolutely perfect. Zero complaints! My dog was so happy to run around and sniff and explore. My heart is full from my pup’s experience here today. I am full of gratitude for the host that provided such a lovely experience for my pup.
55I live in a condo and don't have a yard, so Cathy's yard was a great first experience to bring my German Shepard. He had a great time chasing the ball and they have treats as well. It's so much better than going to a dog park because of the privacy and not having to worry about him catching anything from another dog. I will definitely be back!Kent B.
Kent B.
April 2024
I live in a condo and don't have a yard, so Cathy's yard was a great first experience to bring my German Shepard. He had a great time chasing the ball and they have treats as well. It's so much better than going to a dog park because of the privacy and not having to worry about him catching anything from another dog. I will definitely be back!
55First time here, and my dogs had a blast! They were free to run full speed, and up the hill. There were also bushes that my bigger dog hurdled, thinking it was an obstacle course :)
They had a cart with dog toys and plenty of balls, along with a bowl of water. Will definitely be back!
Thanks again!Jennifer A.
Jennifer A.
April 2024
First time here, and my dogs had a blast! They were free to run full speed, and up the hill. There were also bushes that my bigger dog hurdled, thinking it was an obstacle course :)
They had a cart with dog toys and plenty of balls, along with a bowl of water. Will definitely be back!
Thanks again!
55A lovely clean backyard in a super quiet neighborhood! The owner left water, toys, and a jar of treats for us which was a nice touch. There is some intermittent barking from neighbor dogs, so just a heads up for any extra sensitive pups!Liv H.
Liv H.
April 2024
A lovely clean backyard in a super quiet neighborhood! The owner left water, toys, and a jar of treats for us which was a nice touch. There is some intermittent barking from neighbor dogs, so just a heads up for any extra sensitive pups!
Hunny & Sisters Private Dog Water Park In Lake Forest | Sniffspot
55Hunny & sisters private dog water park is the second sniffspot location that I’ve visited. There is a visible sign on the gate to let the fur parents know which gate to go through. The pool water is a comfortable temperature to get a relief from our Southern California weather. The pool and yard is well maintained, there are no gaps in the fence and I felt comfortable letting my dog run around in the yard. Our host left bottled water on ice for our enjoyment. There was chairs under an umbrella to get relief from the sun. We will definitely come back and I already booked three more swim dates in the next few weeks. Dave D.
Dave D.
August 2022
Hunny & sisters private dog water park is the second sniffspot location that I’ve visited. There is a visible sign on the gate to let the fur parents know which gate to go through. The pool water is a comfortable temperature to get a relief from our Southern California weather. The pool and yard is well maintained, there are no gaps in the fence and I felt comfortable letting my dog run around in the yard. Our host left bottled water on ice for our enjoyment. There was chairs under an umbrella to get relief from the sun. We will definitely come back and I already booked three more swim dates in the next few weeks.
Hunny & Sisters Private Dog Water Park In Lake Forest | Sniffspot
55Very clean, loved the extra towels and dog toys. And the pool was awesome. The marked gate and signs were also very helpful, my dogs had so much fun, thank you Tracy L.
Tracy L.
September 2022
Very clean, loved the extra towels and dog toys. And the pool was awesome. The marked gate and signs were also very helpful, my dogs had so much fun, thank you
Hunny & Sisters Private Dog Water Park In Lake Forest | Sniffspot
55Great location to bring your pups! Plenty of space and well gated. Our dogs had a blast can’t wait to go back!Blanca C.
Blanca C.
September 2022
Great location to bring your pups! Plenty of space and well gated. Our dogs had a blast can’t wait to go back!
How do Lake Forest's private dog parks 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
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FAQ about our Lake Forest dog parks
Are dog parks good for dogs?
It is important for dogs to have off leash exercise to sniff and run. But the free and open nature of public dog parks has drawbacks. There could be aggressive dogs, disease transmission and cleanliness issues. For this reason, many dog behaviorists discourage visiting public dog parks and recommend Sniffspot's private dog parks. Sniffspot private dog parks only allow one guest to book at a time and are not open to the public, which solves many of these issues.
Are dog parks safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot 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. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Lake Forest area are 5 stars.
How do I know if a dog park works for my dog?
You can filter Sniffspot dog parks by fencing and distractions. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our 315 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 55 off leash areas where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can also filter locations to avoid other domestic animals and people. We also recommend reading reviews and reaching out to the host with any questions.
Does Lake Forest have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 315 fully fenced dog parks in or near Lake Forest. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Lake Forest?
The Lake Forest area has 8 Sniffspot locations with private trails for you and your dog to walk or hike. Dogs can generally be off leash on Sniffspot trails. The most popular trail is CHOICE AVOCADOS - DOGGY DAY ADVENTURES.
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