55We had a great time here! It was George’s first time really outside and he got to sniff and play freely. There were also toys provided for him to play with. Would go again.Kevin N.
Kevin N.
January 2024
We had a great time here! It was George’s first time really outside and he got to sniff and play freely. There were also toys provided for him to play with. Would go again.
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55Nice open space with lots of little trails to explore. Trees galore and very clean (I did not see any dog "leftovers" from previous guests.) There's a covered picnic table with a couple of bins with a variety of dog toys and other useful items like a first aid kit. Very nice and thoughtful provisions. I didn't see any other people or dogs while there. Great spot and our pooch had a wonderful time. Maureen D.
Maureen D.
November 2023
Nice open space with lots of little trails to explore. Trees galore and very clean (I did not see any dog "leftovers" from previous guests.) There's a covered picnic table with a couple of bins with a variety of dog toys and other useful items like a first aid kit. Very nice and thoughtful provisions. I didn't see any other people or dogs while there. Great spot and our pooch had a wonderful time.
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55Had a wonderful time. My pup wouldn’t drink the water from the hose provided (maybe it was well water?) but we always bring our own anyway. Will be back for sure!Kathy A.
Kathy A.
June 2023
Had a wonderful time. My pup wouldn’t drink the water from the hose provided (maybe it was well water?) but we always bring our own anyway. Will be back for sure!
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55This spot is so amazing! It’s clean, beautiful and safe for our baby to run around without worrying about cars coming through. Will definitely be back!Matali V.
Matali V.
February 2024
This spot is so amazing! It’s clean, beautiful and safe for our baby to run around without worrying about cars coming through. Will definitely be back!
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55Clean area to park and setup with a large bench. Brush was cleared out in multiple areas to provide easy to navigate walking and exploring trails. Really nice spot for our first time using the service and we’ll be sure to be back. David S.
David S.
February 2024
Clean area to park and setup with a large bench. Brush was cleared out in multiple areas to provide easy to navigate walking and exploring trails. Really nice spot for our first time using the service and we’ll be sure to be back.
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55Host was super responsive and friendly. Instructions were super clear and use friendly! My dog had a great time there, will definitely be returning! Great little find! Thank you again! Daniel D.
Daniel D.
February 2024
Host was super responsive and friendly. Instructions were super clear and use friendly! My dog had a great time there, will definitely be returning! Great little find! Thank you again!
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55Put the address into Maps and had no trouble finding it. There was water bowl and water provided, as well as toys and treats for the pups. Our four dogs had fun just sniffing around, exploring!Catherine K.
Catherine K.
February 2024
Put the address into Maps and had no trouble finding it. There was water bowl and water provided, as well as toys and treats for the pups. Our four dogs had fun just sniffing around, exploring!
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55Area was well kept up. Easy to access with gate code and instructions given by owner. There was lots of toys, water was provided from a spout and water bowl, trash bin to throw away poop bags which was cleaned out for our arrival. Very nice space, will definitely be back!Sydney P.
Sydney P.
February 2024
Area was well kept up. Easy to access with gate code and instructions given by owner. There was lots of toys, water was provided from a spout and water bowl, trash bin to throw away poop bags which was cleaned out for our arrival. Very nice space, will definitely be back!
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55This was our first Sniffspot and there were short trails for McFlurry to mark to her hearts content LOL. She had fun playing with the toys provided and the outdoor water faucet and water bowl were perfect when she got hot from exploring in the trees and brush. Tons of shade. It was a great Sniffspot for us to work on her off leash recall and obedience in a large, fenced in, safe open space. McFlurry isn't, but for those who may have dogs that are reactive to people, there was a house on the other side of the fence, I'm assuming the owners, but no one came out while we there. Lorna M.
Lorna M.
March 2024
This was our first Sniffspot and there were short trails for McFlurry to mark to her hearts content LOL. She had fun playing with the toys provided and the outdoor water faucet and water bowl were perfect when she got hot from exploring in the trees and brush. Tons of shade. It was a great Sniffspot for us to work on her off leash recall and obedience in a large, fenced in, safe open space. McFlurry isn't, but for those who may have dogs that are reactive to people, there was a house on the other side of the fence, I'm assuming the owners, but no one came out while we there.
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55The location was great and the fencing was good all around. We had no issues letting our Malinois run free and chase shadows! We will definitely use again.Brian B.
Brian B.
March 2024
The location was great and the fencing was good all around. We had no issues letting our Malinois run free and chase shadows! We will definitely use again.
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55We always have the best time coming here.. the dogs get so excited when we pull up. After a busy week it was nice to relax and let the dogs run and have fun in a safe space. Fay D.
Fay D.
March 2024
We always have the best time coming here.. the dogs get so excited when we pull up. After a busy week it was nice to relax and let the dogs run and have fun in a safe space.
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55Had an amazing time, easy to extend visit. Dogs loved exploring. We felt safe letting them run free. We sat at the picnic table and relaxed! The available amenities were also the best! Vanessa H.
Vanessa H.
March 2024
Had an amazing time, easy to extend visit. Dogs loved exploring. We felt safe letting them run free. We sat at the picnic table and relaxed! The available amenities were also the best!
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55My dogs enjoyed themselves!! They were so tired when they got home! I will def go back! Loved that they left toys for dogs & snacks… and water….nice time! Thank you!!!Christina C.
Christina C.
April 2024
My dogs enjoyed themselves!! They were so tired when they got home! I will def go back! Loved that they left toys for dogs & snacks… and water….nice time! Thank you!!!
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55Brought my two dogs here and we had a lovely two hours, everything was clearly stated as far as finding the spot, entering, and leaving. Space is well maintained, enjoyed the small attention to details like the signs/mini trails. My younger dog is very reactive so we are extra grateful to have the memories of his first ever fully off leash day ever. Will be back!Taylor W.
Taylor W.
April 2024
Brought my two dogs here and we had a lovely two hours, everything was clearly stated as far as finding the spot, entering, and leaving. Space is well maintained, enjoyed the small attention to details like the signs/mini trails. My younger dog is very reactive so we are extra grateful to have the memories of his first ever fully off leash day ever. Will be back!
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55This place is awesome. It has plenty of room for your dogs to roam around and explore. They made little trails around the property and have toys to play with if you didn’t bring anything. I’ll definitely be back again. Audrey M.
Audrey M.
April 2024
This place is awesome. It has plenty of room for your dogs to roam around and explore. They made little trails around the property and have toys to play with if you didn’t bring anything. I’ll definitely be back again.
Madeleine's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Helotes | Sniffspot
55This was a great place to let my three big grandpuppies run and play. Our host was friendly and had plenty of water, chairs, toys and even had towels to wipe the dogs paws off if we wanted them. Nanette N.
Nanette N.
May 2023
This was a great place to let my three big grandpuppies run and play. Our host was friendly and had plenty of water, chairs, toys and even had towels to wipe the dogs paws off if we wanted them.
How do Helotes'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 Helotes 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 Helotes 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 96 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 6 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 Helotes have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 96 fully fenced dog parks in or near Helotes. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Helotes?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Helotes. The most popular agility option is Beli's serene private 🐕 park..
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