55We have a golden retriever and an Australian cattle dog mix foster through our rescue who love the outdoors and rain. We went as the rain was coming down and they both loved it. Something new for them both to experience I’m sure and they had a blast. Space was perfect for them to run around with no limitations. We will be coming again. Heather S.
Heather S.
March 2024
We have a golden retriever and an Australian cattle dog mix foster through our rescue who love the outdoors and rain. We went as the rain was coming down and they both loved it. Something new for them both to experience I’m sure and they had a blast. Space was perfect for them to run around with no limitations. We will be coming again.
55This Sniffspot was amazing! It was clean & there were no dogs nearby so my dog & his friend could run around freely without worrying about other dogs. The space is huge so our dogs were able to explore off leash & they were super happy by the end of the visit. Priscilla R.
Priscilla R.
March 2024
This Sniffspot was amazing! It was clean & there were no dogs nearby so my dog & his friend could run around freely without worrying about other dogs. The space is huge so our dogs were able to explore off leash & they were super happy by the end of the visit.
55Absolutely lived up to all the reviews. Instructions were perfect, including a designated area for parking. The field was massive with shade, sunlight and a ton of space for dogs to run. It’s heaven for dogs. Will absolutely return. Steven N.
Steven N.
March 2024
Absolutely lived up to all the reviews. Instructions were perfect, including a designated area for parking. The field was massive with shade, sunlight and a ton of space for dogs to run. It’s heaven for dogs. Will absolutely return.
55We had great second trip here, our dogs loved exploring the area it was a good size for the explore but still be able to have visuals on them.This was our second time visiting this spot, the first time wasn’t ideal the area was coved in maybe cow pies and holes that made me nervous of our dogs getting caught while they ran. We took a chance and tried it again and the experience was SO much better! The area was clean and the holes were filled in, there was also large water buckets for the dogs which they absolutely loved so happy we decided to give it a second chance our dogs had a blast! Marie T.
Marie T.
March 2024
We had great second trip here, our dogs loved exploring the area it was a good size for the explore but still be able to have visuals on them.This was our second time visiting this spot, the first time wasn’t ideal the area was coved in maybe cow pies and holes that made me nervous of our dogs getting caught while they ran. We took a chance and tried it again and the experience was SO much better! The area was clean and the holes were filled in, there was also large water buckets for the dogs which they absolutely loved so happy we decided to give it a second chance our dogs had a blast!
55The place was very inviting, water and clean up supplies were easy access. The field had a nice hill where even my wife and I was able to get in a nice walk, walking the field and not having to have a leash on Bodie. We all three left happy and excised.Lonnie P.
Lonnie P.
March 2024
The place was very inviting, water and clean up supplies were easy access. The field had a nice hill where even my wife and I was able to get in a nice walk, walking the field and not having to have a leash on Bodie. We all three left happy and excised.
55The Sniffspot was fully fenced and arrival instructions were spot on. We took our Husky along with his friend and they had a great time sniffing the space. We’ll be going back for sure!Vandana K.
Vandana K.
March 2024
The Sniffspot was fully fenced and arrival instructions were spot on. We took our Husky along with his friend and they had a great time sniffing the space. We’ll be going back for sure!
55This place was amazing. The land was beautiful and the gates were definitely secure. No other animals or people were seen it was very private.Ayanna C.
Ayanna C.
March 2024
This place was amazing. The land was beautiful and the gates were definitely secure. No other animals or people were seen it was very private.
55This was a great place to let my Luna run around. Huge green grass area and the hill side was a plus for Luna’s workout and mine… lol
The host was wonderful and very kind. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful area with us. We will definitely be coming back. Kim Q.
Kim Q.
March 2024
This was a great place to let my Luna run around. Huge green grass area and the hill side was a plus for Luna’s workout and mine… lol
The host was wonderful and very kind. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful area with us. We will definitely be coming back.
55Amazing space, my two doodles were exhausted after 30 minutes! So much to sniff, tons of space to run! Beautiful area! Definitely will be back, definitely recommend. Nikky B.
Nikky B.
March 2024
Amazing space, my two doodles were exhausted after 30 minutes! So much to sniff, tons of space to run! Beautiful area! Definitely will be back, definitely recommend.
55This spot is awesome. It had a very nice hill. It was huge and pretty. My pups were running up and down and all around the whole 2 acres. It’s clean and had several tubs of water and a hose. One of my pups prefers to drink from a hose so that was a nice plus. I also appreciate that there were already two folding chairs available. Thank you for allowing my pups to enjoy your spot. Will be back.Emily V.
Emily V.
March 2024
This spot is awesome. It had a very nice hill. It was huge and pretty. My pups were running up and down and all around the whole 2 acres. It’s clean and had several tubs of water and a hose. One of my pups prefers to drink from a hose so that was a nice plus. I also appreciate that there were already two folding chairs available. Thank you for allowing my pups to enjoy your spot. Will be back.
55Wide open space with plenty of spots for the pups to sniff around! Sticks to throw, grass to eat and plenty of shade ! We will be coming back!!Alisha D.
Alisha D.
March 2024
Wide open space with plenty of spots for the pups to sniff around! Sticks to throw, grass to eat and plenty of shade ! We will be coming back!!
55I hosted Lola's 3rd Labrador Birthday Party on 3/16/24. We had 9 pups in total. It was SO much fun seeing all the pups together. 6 of Lola's pup family were there along with her two BFF's. Kristie accommodated parking for all cars and said pup and human food were allowed. There is plenty of shade for the adults. All the labs are ball-obsessed, it was such a joy to see the whole family chasing the balls. This was an amazing day. I will plan more "family and friends" playdates. Amanda B.
Amanda B.
March 2024
I hosted Lola's 3rd Labrador Birthday Party on 3/16/24. We had 9 pups in total. It was SO much fun seeing all the pups together. 6 of Lola's pup family were there along with her two BFF's. Kristie accommodated parking for all cars and said pup and human food were allowed. There is plenty of shade for the adults. All the labs are ball-obsessed, it was such a joy to see the whole family chasing the balls. This was an amazing day. I will plan more "family and friends" playdates.
55This was my first time using Sniffspot so I don’t have any comparisons to make. Upon arrival, things are clearly marked for where to park and the entrance to the huge pasture. I thought my 5 mo old pup would go crazy and run off leash in this wide open space, but she spent the first 15 minutes with her nose to the ground sniff sniff sniff sniffing. After that she was content to trot around a bit but stayed fairly close to me. She would chase her ball but not bring it back, which surprised me. There were a number of ground squirrel burrows where other dogs had been digging, but my dog left those alone.
The host’s communication was helpful and responsive.
I’d love to come again and bring a dog-playmate so they might romp together, blow off some steam, and make full use of the huge and secure space.
The location is a 15 mile drive from downtown SJ, but a pleasant mourning trip via Almaden and McKean.
Betty M.
Betty M.
March 2024
This was my first time using Sniffspot so I don’t have any comparisons to make. Upon arrival, things are clearly marked for where to park and the entrance to the huge pasture. I thought my 5 mo old pup would go crazy and run off leash in this wide open space, but she spent the first 15 minutes with her nose to the ground sniff sniff sniff sniffing. After that she was content to trot around a bit but stayed fairly close to me. She would chase her ball but not bring it back, which surprised me. There were a number of ground squirrel burrows where other dogs had been digging, but my dog left those alone.
The host’s communication was helpful and responsive.
I’d love to come again and bring a dog-playmate so they might romp together, blow off some steam, and make full use of the huge and secure space.
The location is a 15 mile drive from downtown SJ, but a pleasant mourning trip via Almaden and McKean.
55Kristie's spot is fantastic! Firstly, she sent me a message with all of the information I needed to get into the spot, but everything was so well marked with signs it was very obvious where to go! She had big tubs of water and a hose available to refill them, poop bags, a pooper scooper, trash cans, 2 chairs...and most importantly a big open area to run! My two dogs had a great time sniffing and running around for an hour. Would definitely visit again!Laura C.
Laura C.
March 2024
Kristie's spot is fantastic! Firstly, she sent me a message with all of the information I needed to get into the spot, but everything was so well marked with signs it was very obvious where to go! She had big tubs of water and a hose available to refill them, poop bags, a pooper scooper, trash cans, 2 chairs...and most importantly a big open area to run! My two dogs had a great time sniffing and running around for an hour. Would definitely visit again!
55What a gorgeous Sniffspot. It’s a sloping hillside. Fully fenced. Chain-linked all the way around. Clearly marked sniffspot sign and parking. It has water and chairs and poop bags. Kristie is very kind and there is you need her. Melanie L.
Melanie L.
March 2024
What a gorgeous Sniffspot. It’s a sloping hillside. Fully fenced. Chain-linked all the way around. Clearly marked sniffspot sign and parking. It has water and chairs and poop bags. Kristie is very kind and there is you need her.
55As always, we had a great time. The pups loved being in a big open space, so they could run. Thank you for the water, chairs and garbage cans. We will be back! Karen Y.
Karen Y.
March 2024
As always, we had a great time. The pups loved being in a big open space, so they could run. Thank you for the water, chairs and garbage cans. We will be back!
How do San Juan Bautista'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
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 San Juan Bautista 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. 97% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the San Juan Bautista 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 36 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 7 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 San Juan Bautista have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 36 fully fenced dog parks in or near San Juan Bautista. Browse all fully enclosed options.
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