55Great open space with fencing! Was greeted at gate with a bag of treats for our guy, host led us to parking and filled up water even brought down their dog (after asking) to play with our guy! He was plenty exhausted from playing fetch for the whole time! Jennifer S.
Jennifer S.
December 2023
Great open space with fencing! Was greeted at gate with a bag of treats for our guy, host led us to parking and filled up water even brought down their dog (after asking) to play with our guy! He was plenty exhausted from playing fetch for the whole time!
Palmhill's Private Dog Park In Valley Center | Sniffspot
55Caren has a huge beautiful closed off space perfect for any dog. She provides fresh water, toys, and poop bags. Near the end of our time she guided us around the large fenced off property which our dog loved while being off leash. Highly recommend and we'll definitely be back!Juan L.
Juan L.
December 2023
Caren has a huge beautiful closed off space perfect for any dog. She provides fresh water, toys, and poop bags. Near the end of our time she guided us around the large fenced off property which our dog loved while being off leash. Highly recommend and we'll definitely be back!
Palmhill's Private Dog Park In Valley Center | Sniffspot
55We had a great visit! Fresh water was provided and our dogs had a blast. They enjoyed the large open space and hung out in the shaded area after. Ashley W.
Ashley W.
December 2023
We had a great visit! Fresh water was provided and our dogs had a blast. They enjoyed the large open space and hung out in the shaded area after.
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55We love coming here! Dottie and Dash get to run to their hearts content. The fences are secure and Caren and her husband are lovely people. Plenty of fresh water for them to drink and chairs for resting in the shade. Highly recommended.Vickie C.
Vickie C.
December 2023
We love coming here! Dottie and Dash get to run to their hearts content. The fences are secure and Caren and her husband are lovely people. Plenty of fresh water for them to drink and chairs for resting in the shade. Highly recommended.
Palmhill's Private Dog Park In Valley Center | Sniffspot
55I was looking for a large & open area that was fully fenced and private and this place was perfect! The host supplies so many toys and water as well as offered to bring out their dog and allow us to walk outside of the fenced area (we politely declined as we are not fully confident in our dogs’ training) but knowing we had the option was nice! I can’t wait to come back again and again! Dominique A.
Dominique A.
December 2023
I was looking for a large & open area that was fully fenced and private and this place was perfect! The host supplies so many toys and water as well as offered to bring out their dog and allow us to walk outside of the fenced area (we politely declined as we are not fully confident in our dogs’ training) but knowing we had the option was nice! I can’t wait to come back again and again!
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55Unfortunately, we had an emergency and weren't able to make it to our booked time. Caren was very understanding, and she requested the refund to be issued to me. I'm looking forward to scheduling very soon!Adelina C.
Adelina C.
December 2023
Unfortunately, we had an emergency and weren't able to make it to our booked time. Caren was very understanding, and she requested the refund to be issued to me. I'm looking forward to scheduling very soon!
Palmhill's Private Dog Park In Valley Center | Sniffspot
55We had such a great time at Palmhill. The dogs had a blast running and playing with all the toys. The location was clean and the play area was well maintained!! We will be back. Caren is a great host! Megen M.
Megen M.
December 2023
We had such a great time at Palmhill. The dogs had a blast running and playing with all the toys. The location was clean and the play area was well maintained!! We will be back. Caren is a great host!
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55We had an absolutely amazing experience. The owner was lovely, gave us a bag of treats, and met us and our dogs. Very large field and our dogs were completely worn out after playing for an hour. We will definitely be back.Emilia W.
Emilia W.
December 2023
We had an absolutely amazing experience. The owner was lovely, gave us a bag of treats, and met us and our dogs. Very large field and our dogs were completely worn out after playing for an hour. We will definitely be back.
Palmhill's Private Dog Park In Valley Center | Sniffspot
55We drove 30 minutes to this destination and felt it was totally worth it. Our two dogs had the best time running in the securely fenced-in space and playing with the toys provided. Fresh water and all the necessary amenities were thoughtfully left for us before our arrival, and Caren even greeted us with a large bag of high-quality all-natural single-ingredient treats from New Zealand! We felt very welcomed, and Caren even offered us a tour of the outer property (which is also fully fenced), enabling us to experiment with walking our dogs off-leash. (Our dogs decided to venture off, but they were safe and happy the whole time!) This was a fun and relaxing experience that the dogs and adults all thoroughly enjoyed. We look forward to returning to this safe and peaceful property again!Peter G.
Peter G.
December 2023
We drove 30 minutes to this destination and felt it was totally worth it. Our two dogs had the best time running in the securely fenced-in space and playing with the toys provided. Fresh water and all the necessary amenities were thoughtfully left for us before our arrival, and Caren even greeted us with a large bag of high-quality all-natural single-ingredient treats from New Zealand! We felt very welcomed, and Caren even offered us a tour of the outer property (which is also fully fenced), enabling us to experiment with walking our dogs off-leash. (Our dogs decided to venture off, but they were safe and happy the whole time!) This was a fun and relaxing experience that the dogs and adults all thoroughly enjoyed. We look forward to returning to this safe and peaceful property again!
Palmhill's Private Dog Park In Valley Center | Sniffspot
55Karen was so kind and welcoming and my two pups had a blast! Tons of toys available and a big beautiful fenced pasture, she has everything you need there. Cass W.
Cass W.
December 2023
Karen was so kind and welcoming and my two pups had a blast! Tons of toys available and a big beautiful fenced pasture, she has everything you need there.
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55Great open field to just my mini schnauzers 3rd bday party. Had several dog friends come and they loved running and sniffing the field. Caren was super accommodating with snacks, plenty of water bowls, toys, and chairs. Definitely recommend if you need a large open space to run your pup or host a doggy event privately. Thank you!!!Yasmin M.
Yasmin M.
January 2024
Great open field to just my mini schnauzers 3rd bday party. Had several dog friends come and they loved running and sniffing the field. Caren was super accommodating with snacks, plenty of water bowls, toys, and chairs. Definitely recommend if you need a large open space to run your pup or host a doggy event privately. Thank you!!!
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55Our dogs had a great time running in the fields here. They slept the entire way home. The hosts were very kind and generous. Nice surroundings with hills in the background. Very reasonable cost for our two large dogs. We will definitely return here.Elizabeth I.
Elizabeth I.
January 2024
Our dogs had a great time running in the fields here. They slept the entire way home. The hosts were very kind and generous. Nice surroundings with hills in the background. Very reasonable cost for our two large dogs. We will definitely return here.
Palmhill's Private Dog Park In Valley Center | Sniffspot
55The field was a huge open space with toys and balls for playing, the dogs sniffed the whole perimeter multiple times and ran like the wind chasing the tennis ball. We even got a tour of the property which was fun for us and the dogs loved it too! So many great areas to sniff and run here, we’ll definitely be back! rande w.
rande w.
January 2024
The field was a huge open space with toys and balls for playing, the dogs sniffed the whole perimeter multiple times and ran like the wind chasing the tennis ball. We even got a tour of the property which was fun for us and the dogs loved it too! So many great areas to sniff and run here, we’ll definitely be back!
Palmhill's Private Dog Park In Valley Center | Sniffspot
55This spot was incredible and Caren was wonderful! I've never seen my dog relax so fast at a Sniffspot. He enjoyed sniffing every inch of the field (and rolling around!). We'll definitely be back!Olivia P.
Olivia P.
January 2024
This spot was incredible and Caren was wonderful! I've never seen my dog relax so fast at a Sniffspot. He enjoyed sniffing every inch of the field (and rolling around!). We'll definitely be back!
Palmhill's Private Dog Park In Valley Center | Sniffspot
55We had a fantastic experience at this sniff spot! Caren and her husband were incredibly accommodating, allowing us to explore the entire grounds. The thoughtful touch of providing treats for our dogs added an extra layer of warmth to the visit. Additionally, they spot is equipped with plenty of toys, poop bags, and water for the dogs. I highly recommend this spot for the welcoming atmosphere! Nicholas C.
Nicholas C.
January 2024
We had a fantastic experience at this sniff spot! Caren and her husband were incredibly accommodating, allowing us to explore the entire grounds. The thoughtful touch of providing treats for our dogs added an extra layer of warmth to the visit. Additionally, they spot is equipped with plenty of toys, poop bags, and water for the dogs. I highly recommend this spot for the welcoming atmosphere!
Palmhill's Private Dog Park In Valley Center | Sniffspot
55Our pup, Élodie, is an 11 month old Dobie and saying she is “full of energy” would be an understatement. After leaving, Élodie was POOPED!
We have been to over a dozen different sniff spots and this quickly became an Élodie fan favorite. We live about an hour away and it took an hour and a half to get home but it was so worth the drive. Palmhill is the perfect place for high energy dogs, curious dogs, dogs that just like to relax and sniff around and for every dog in between.
Caren, the host, truly takes pride in her space and keeps both pups and humans in mind. Right off the bat, it was clear she is an extremely genuine person with a love for animals and their humans. There was so much attention to detail. She kindly greeted us at the gate and pointed out all of the amenities. We were able to park inside the property which was nice. The ranch was complete with a shaded cabana, seats, tons of toys and balls, water bowls, doggy bags and more.
The large field is 3 acres and well maintained. Tons of room for dogs to run free.
Caren offered to take us for a walk with her Zen pup, Miela, around her property. It was very lovely.
My pup and I feel extremely lucky that Caren and her husband are generous enough to share their space. We will definitely be returning! If you love your pup, you should definitely be checking out Palmhill!
-Jessica, Dennis, & ÉlodieJessica N.
Jessica N.
January 2024
Our pup, Élodie, is an 11 month old Dobie and saying she is “full of energy” would be an understatement. After leaving, Élodie was POOPED!
We have been to over a dozen different sniff spots and this quickly became an Élodie fan favorite. We live about an hour away and it took an hour and a half to get home but it was so worth the drive. Palmhill is the perfect place for high energy dogs, curious dogs, dogs that just like to relax and sniff around and for every dog in between.
Caren, the host, truly takes pride in her space and keeps both pups and humans in mind. Right off the bat, it was clear she is an extremely genuine person with a love for animals and their humans. There was so much attention to detail. She kindly greeted us at the gate and pointed out all of the amenities. We were able to park inside the property which was nice. The ranch was complete with a shaded cabana, seats, tons of toys and balls, water bowls, doggy bags and more.
The large field is 3 acres and well maintained. Tons of room for dogs to run free.
Caren offered to take us for a walk with her Zen pup, Miela, around her property. It was very lovely.
My pup and I feel extremely lucky that Caren and her husband are generous enough to share their space. We will definitely be returning! If you love your pup, you should definitely be checking out Palmhill!
-Jessica, Dennis, & Élodie
How do Palm Desert's private dog fields 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 Palm Desert dog fields
Are dog fields safe?
If you are looking for an adventure, but also looking for safety, Sniffspot dog fields are a great option. While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, distracted dog owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private space for just you and doggy friends you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). Especially for training, privacy is ideal. Contrary to public dog parks, all Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog for off leash exercise or outdoor training. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars, while public dog parks often do not even have verified reviews. All payment is done securely online by credit card in a few simple clicks.
All park rental information is available online. Start by filtering parks by fencing, size and distractions, to find a private spot that works for your dog. If your dog has poor recall, you can visit one of our secure fields. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog fields where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can review the details of the listing to make sure it works as your desired activity space, for example, safe dog exercise, dog training, a stress-free adventure with your furry friend or even a puppy event. You can even check the park amenities chart for amenities such as indoor training facilities, agility field, synthetic turf, exercise balls or field parking availability in advance. If inclement weather is an issue or poor field conditions, you can reschedule your visit up to 2 hours in advance.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog field?
We require that all four-legged friends have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. Make sure to check host rules before visiting to ensure, for instance, that you are following allowable sports activities rules and any special events rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot field at the same time as me?
No. Facility rentals are for private play time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the area during visits, so this is perfect for a private adventure for you and your doggie friends, and perhaps a human friend. Hosts understand that many guests have dogs in training and are nervous owners. So when you book a Sniffspot dog field you have the entire private spot to yourself. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between time slots so you will not run into other guest dogs or a previous person when coming or leaving in the field parking area. Some hosts may have multiple fields, but there is always a buffer between fields.