55Spot was amazing! open field and hat balls for my pups to lay with. big space for running around. can’t wait to bring them here again when the grass is green. Thanks!Jay P.
Jay P.
August 2024
Spot was amazing! open field and hat balls for my pups to lay with. big space for running around. can’t wait to bring them here again when the grass is green. Thanks!
55I have a large, reactive dog. He’s reactive to other dogs and not stranger friendly. This was the perfect spot to give him some freedom to explore and play ball in the fully fenced 1/2 acre. Host was great with clear instructions on how to find the property and parking area.
It was very hot on the day we visited and I have a kinda lazy dog. 😂 He explored, sniffed, played ball a few times and then just found some shade to chill.
We’ll be back with his brothers when it’s not so hot, they will have a blast. The larger, partially fenced area we’ll explore next time, ran out of time at this visit.
Angela C.
Angela C.
August 2024
I have a large, reactive dog. He’s reactive to other dogs and not stranger friendly. This was the perfect spot to give him some freedom to explore and play ball in the fully fenced 1/2 acre. Host was great with clear instructions on how to find the property and parking area.
It was very hot on the day we visited and I have a kinda lazy dog. 😂 He explored, sniffed, played ball a few times and then just found some shade to chill.
We’ll be back with his brothers when it’s not so hot, they will have a blast. The larger, partially fenced area we’ll explore next time, ran out of time at this visit.
55Great spot! I had a bunch of questions and Kristina was very responsive and answered all my questions. Great location away from traffic and noise. Cristal I.
Cristal I.
August 2024
Great spot! I had a bunch of questions and Kristina was very responsive and answered all my questions. Great location away from traffic and noise.
55The space was just as promised. It was clean, spacious and well-kept. We used the fully-fenced area since our younger dog is still in training with recall. The dogs had a great time doing zoomies and wrestling. Best of all, they were both tired at the end. Elaine H.
Elaine H.
October 2024
The space was just as promised. It was clean, spacious and well-kept. We used the fully-fenced area since our younger dog is still in training with recall. The dogs had a great time doing zoomies and wrestling. Best of all, they were both tired at the end.
55I was soo happy to make it out to this spot finally! I got there earlier than our scheduled apt, and Kristine was so kind to let us come anyway. Can’t wait to come back when the pasture is green, but the space was wonderful! The fully fenced area is perfect for pups who don’t have great recall. The partially fenced area has gaps, but my pups didn’t have issues with exploring. There is so much to explore, and the empty barnyards were fun to play in. Kristine was lovely, offered to let us roam outside of the sniffspot as well. Directions were clear, and we enjoyed so much, can’t wait to come back! Sarah S.
Sarah S.
October 2024
I was soo happy to make it out to this spot finally! I got there earlier than our scheduled apt, and Kristine was so kind to let us come anyway. Can’t wait to come back when the pasture is green, but the space was wonderful! The fully fenced area is perfect for pups who don’t have great recall. The partially fenced area has gaps, but my pups didn’t have issues with exploring. There is so much to explore, and the empty barnyards were fun to play in. Kristine was lovely, offered to let us roam outside of the sniffspot as well. Directions were clear, and we enjoyed so much, can’t wait to come back!
55Tauna's sniff spot was a great place for our dogs to run around. Tauna met us when we arrived to show us the space and where to park. She's super friendly and clearly an animal lover. There are horses and chickens around, but not in the space for the dogs. She kept her dogs inside while we were there because I told her ahead of time that one of ours can be reactive. The space was plenty big for our dogs to run after the chuck-it ball, and she provided water. As her description mentioned, there were muddy areas because of the recent storms, but this was not an issue.. I didn't wear white shoes :) This was our first Sniff Spot experience and it was great! We will definitely be back!Melissa D.
Melissa D.
April 2020
Tauna's sniff spot was a great place for our dogs to run around. Tauna met us when we arrived to show us the space and where to park. She's super friendly and clearly an animal lover. There are horses and chickens around, but not in the space for the dogs. She kept her dogs inside while we were there because I told her ahead of time that one of ours can be reactive. The space was plenty big for our dogs to run after the chuck-it ball, and she provided water. As her description mentioned, there were muddy areas because of the recent storms, but this was not an issue.. I didn't wear white shoes :) This was our first Sniff Spot experience and it was great! We will definitely be back!
Part-time horse paddock, part-time dog play area | Sniffspot
55My dogs had a BLAST at Tauna’s sniffspot. It’s very spacious, good room for playing fetch and lots of trees and plants and interesting stuff to sniff and explore. We will be back! :)Tona K.
Tona K.
April 2020
My dogs had a BLAST at Tauna’s sniffspot. It’s very spacious, good room for playing fetch and lots of trees and plants and interesting stuff to sniff and explore. We will be back! :)
Part-time horse paddock, part-time dog play area | Sniffspot
55Tauna’s space was perfect for my two pups! One is reactive to other dogs having a safe space where no other dogs are present is always so nice. The horses weren’t too close but did present a nice training opportunity as the dogs only seemed to notice them when they made a little noise. They had a blast we will definitely be back. Melissa D.
Melissa D.
January 2020
Tauna’s space was perfect for my two pups! One is reactive to other dogs having a safe space where no other dogs are present is always so nice. The horses weren’t too close but did present a nice training opportunity as the dogs only seemed to notice them when they made a little noise. They had a blast we will definitely be back.
Part-time horse paddock, part-time dog play area | Sniffspot
55Beautiful wooded, private doggy wonderland for our two beasts! Owner was great as well and made sure we were all set for our first visit.
Soft, sandy ground was easy on my old dog for play and wrestling. Nice mix of sun and shade. Plenty of room to run & fetch, and interesting bits to sniff. There were chickens and horses on the property within sight line but this wasn’t problem for my dogs, but one of mine couldn’t get enough of the horse droppings in the play paddock. That doesn’t bother me but something to be aware of and to dress appropriately.
There were two lawn chairs, large water dish, and toys for our use as well which was a nice touch.
We can’t wait to use this spot again.Ashley S.
Ashley S.
September 2019
Beautiful wooded, private doggy wonderland for our two beasts! Owner was great as well and made sure we were all set for our first visit.
Soft, sandy ground was easy on my old dog for play and wrestling. Nice mix of sun and shade. Plenty of room to run & fetch, and interesting bits to sniff. There were chickens and horses on the property within sight line but this wasn’t problem for my dogs, but one of mine couldn’t get enough of the horse droppings in the play paddock. That doesn’t bother me but something to be aware of and to dress appropriately.
There were two lawn chairs, large water dish, and toys for our use as well which was a nice touch.
We can’t wait to use this spot again.
Part-time horse paddock, part-time dog play area | Sniffspot
55Tauna was waiting for us when we arrived for our first visit. She was very friendly and described the directions accurately. She also had a bowl of fresh water for my pup. The space was peaceful and quiet. I would suggest bringing extra towels and water to rinse your dog and toys from the dust. Cara P.
Cara P.
March 2020
Tauna was waiting for us when we arrived for our first visit. She was very friendly and described the directions accurately. She also had a bowl of fresh water for my pup. The space was peaceful and quiet. I would suggest bringing extra towels and water to rinse your dog and toys from the dust.
55Our Zeus had so much fun being able to be off leash and explore this beautiful little oasis. It was clean and safe as well. Loved our experience!Casey S.
Casey S.
May 2024
Our Zeus had so much fun being able to be off leash and explore this beautiful little oasis. It was clean and safe as well. Loved our experience!
55My border collie/blue heeler/ Australian cattle dog mix loved this place! My husband and I were so happy to be able to give her space to play off leash. It was a very nice sunny day and a clean areaJoanna T.
Joanna T.
June 2024
My border collie/blue heeler/ Australian cattle dog mix loved this place! My husband and I were so happy to be able to give her space to play off leash. It was a very nice sunny day and a clean area
55Lovely big area for my dog to play and explore. Host was super helpful and accommodating. Thanks for having us and hopefully we can come back soon!Keren J.
Keren J.
July 2024
Lovely big area for my dog to play and explore. Host was super helpful and accommodating. Thanks for having us and hopefully we can come back soon!
55Peaceful spot. Our pup loved the room to run and all the areas to sniff. Hand sanitizer was out with a dog whistle and clicker. Great spot for our reactive doggo. Holly L.
Holly L.
July 2024
Peaceful spot. Our pup loved the room to run and all the areas to sniff. Hand sanitizer was out with a dog whistle and clicker. Great spot for our reactive doggo.
55My dogs really enjoyed this beautiful space. The yard was clean, there was comfortable seating for the humans, and fresh water for the dogs. They loved zooming up and down the stairs/little hills, and there were plenty of exciting places to explore and sniff! Katinka H.
Katinka H.
September 2024
My dogs really enjoyed this beautiful space. The yard was clean, there was comfortable seating for the humans, and fresh water for the dogs. They loved zooming up and down the stairs/little hills, and there were plenty of exciting places to explore and sniff!
55Clean and lovely spot. They have poop bags and hand sanitizer out. We visited in the morning and the smell of the lavender and rosemary was heavenly. Hank loved running all over!Holly L.
Holly L.
September 2024
Clean and lovely spot. They have poop bags and hand sanitizer out. We visited in the morning and the smell of the lavender and rosemary was heavenly. Hank loved running all over!
How do Aptos'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 Aptos 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 Aptos 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 47 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 8 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.
Sniffspot has 47 fully fenced dog parks in or near Aptos. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Aptos?
The Aptos area has 47 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 Ash's Private Dog Park In Watsonville.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Aptos?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Aptos. The most popular agility option is Ash's Private Dog Park In Watsonville.
Where in Aptos can I find a pool for dog swimming?
There are 47 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Aptos where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Ash's Private Dog Park In Watsonville.