55Wonderful spot! Wish I could spend all day out there. The trail was a bit overgrown from the recent rain, and we had to keep our dogs on leash for the 30 minute walk around the planted field, as instructed by the owner, but that’s no problem when you have the place to yourself! Lots of allergens and bees out, so bring those antihistamines. The beach is vast and the river is shallow for a ways out. The owner is very friendly and accommodating.Autumn R.
Autumn R.
April 2020
Wonderful spot! Wish I could spend all day out there. The trail was a bit overgrown from the recent rain, and we had to keep our dogs on leash for the 30 minute walk around the planted field, as instructed by the owner, but that’s no problem when you have the place to yourself! Lots of allergens and bees out, so bring those antihistamines. The beach is vast and the river is shallow for a ways out. The owner is very friendly and accommodating.
55PaJo Ranch is THE BEST. This is our fifth or sixth visit. It is a wonderful retreat away from the city for our VERY reactive shepherd mix. Our girl is reactive to just about everything, but our visits to PaJo Ranch have really helped her build her confidence bit-by-bit. This is really the only place she can "be a dog" and we LOVE it here.Mikko K.
Mikko K.
April 2020
PaJo Ranch is THE BEST. This is our fifth or sixth visit. It is a wonderful retreat away from the city for our VERY reactive shepherd mix. Our girl is reactive to just about everything, but our visits to PaJo Ranch have really helped her build her confidence bit-by-bit. This is really the only place she can "be a dog" and we LOVE it here.
55"The host Robin is wonderful and welcoming. Our dogs had a great time running on the trails and playing in the river. One thing to note is the 10-15min walk (on leash) from where you park to the off leash area. It is flat and easy to walk, just make sure to plan for that time when you set up your reservation and bring good walking shoes, and a bag to carry anything with you like toys or water.
We can’t wait to go back again!"Asenath P.
Asenath P.
April 2020
"The host Robin is wonderful and welcoming. Our dogs had a great time running on the trails and playing in the river. One thing to note is the 10-15min walk (on leash) from where you park to the off leash area. It is flat and easy to walk, just make sure to plan for that time when you set up your reservation and bring good walking shoes, and a bag to carry anything with you like toys or water.
We can’t wait to go back again!"
55We loved this spot so much! I really enjoyed meeting Robin as well as the rhythm of taking a path-walk before the reveal of the river romp spot. If you like taking dog photos, there are some super fun backdrops all in one spot (water, huge trees, wheatfield). The variety of environments and the cool-off-ability afforded by the river are great, but I would totally come back in the winter too.Erin D.
Erin D.
April 2020
We loved this spot so much! I really enjoyed meeting Robin as well as the rhythm of taking a path-walk before the reveal of the river romp spot. If you like taking dog photos, there are some super fun backdrops all in one spot (water, huge trees, wheatfield). The variety of environments and the cool-off-ability afforded by the river are great, but I would totally come back in the winter too.
55Robin, the host, was great, super nice and friendly. The ranch is huge! There is about a 15-20 minute walk to get to the off leash area but you can drive it if you'd prefer. There are trails for running, trees for shade then down to the river to cool off and swim. My dog needs space to run and this place was perfect!Erika S.
Erika S.
April 2020
Robin, the host, was great, super nice and friendly. The ranch is huge! There is about a 15-20 minute walk to get to the off leash area but you can drive it if you'd prefer. There are trails for running, trees for shade then down to the river to cool off and swim. My dog needs space to run and this place was perfect!
55This Sniff Spot is amazing, with a nice long walk down to the river. Great for the dogs to run around. We met up with a friend and their dog and the dogs loved playing in the river together and sniffing all of the blackberry bushes.Sarah N.
Sarah N.
April 2020
This Sniff Spot is amazing, with a nice long walk down to the river. Great for the dogs to run around. We met up with a friend and their dog and the dogs loved playing in the river together and sniffing all of the blackberry bushes.
55Amazing large area for my pups to run. Access to a river to splash around in. Basically your own private national park. Cannot recommend it enough. Host is super responsive and sweet.Daniel L.
Daniel L.
April 2020
Amazing large area for my pups to run. Access to a river to splash around in. Basically your own private national park. Cannot recommend it enough. Host is super responsive and sweet.
55Access to the River is so much fun. We really loved it here, again! I will plan a longer reservation next time, so we can enjoy the river even longer (because I love not rushing the walk down there too...so much to smell). Robin is a positive presence :) Thanks, Robin! If your dog is reactive to things and people in the distance you may want to arrange to scout the location ahead of time, or take a second person, if you plan to work on DS/CC training or rehab. There isn't a fence down near the River portion, of course, and the occasional surprise person/groups of people have appeared during both our visits. But we still loved it and will come back again for sure.Erin D.
Erin D.
April 2020
Access to the River is so much fun. We really loved it here, again! I will plan a longer reservation next time, so we can enjoy the river even longer (because I love not rushing the walk down there too...so much to smell). Robin is a positive presence :) Thanks, Robin! If your dog is reactive to things and people in the distance you may want to arrange to scout the location ahead of time, or take a second person, if you plan to work on DS/CC training or rehab. There isn't a fence down near the River portion, of course, and the occasional surprise person/groups of people have appeared during both our visits. But we still loved it and will come back again for sure.
55"There are so many reasons to love Pajo ranch.
-Robin is very nice and really gets dogs. She is accommodating if your dog is reactive or needs more space.
-The river is beautiful for the humans and fun for the dogs to swim or wade in. There is a large rocky beach (at least in the fall/late summer) to run around on.
-lots of great smells to keep the nose engaged.
-wide open expanses for frisbee chasing
-bonus was geese to chase out of the field
We had a great time which resulted in two very tired dogs!!"Kimberley H.
Kimberley H.
April 2020
"There are so many reasons to love Pajo ranch.
-Robin is very nice and really gets dogs. She is accommodating if your dog is reactive or needs more space.
-The river is beautiful for the humans and fun for the dogs to swim or wade in. There is a large rocky beach (at least in the fall/late summer) to run around on.
-lots of great smells to keep the nose engaged.
-wide open expanses for frisbee chasing
-bonus was geese to chase out of the field
We had a great time which resulted in two very tired dogs!!"
55We are first-time users of sniff spot. The farm was a great experience for our 2 year old Border Collie mix who is reactive to other dogs. He does not often get a chance to run like crazy in a wide open space. We had the added benefit of a flock of geese for him to Chase. The only reason I do not give this a 5-star review is because we had some trouble finding a good pathway down to the river. We will definitely use the sniff spot againVicki G.
Vicki G.
April 2020
We are first-time users of sniff spot. The farm was a great experience for our 2 year old Border Collie mix who is reactive to other dogs. He does not often get a chance to run like crazy in a wide open space. We had the added benefit of a flock of geese for him to Chase. The only reason I do not give this a 5-star review is because we had some trouble finding a good pathway down to the river. We will definitely use the sniff spot again
55This property delights both dog & owners with plenty of walking opportunities. There's a trail leading to the woods and the Skykomish River. Our dogs explored to their hearts' content and we had the peace of mind not encountering another dog around the corner. It was probably a 15 minutes walk to the river, and we saw geese and ducks along the way. It's March and there are patches of snow here and there, but wasn't muddy and the ground was firm not soft. At the river we wished we'd brought lawn chairs while the dogs busy themselves romping the shallow waters. We took a short cut across the field to get to our parked car. Robin was very nice, she greeted us when we arrived and gave some information about where to go.Oka K.
Oka K.
April 2020
This property delights both dog & owners with plenty of walking opportunities. There's a trail leading to the woods and the Skykomish River. Our dogs explored to their hearts' content and we had the peace of mind not encountering another dog around the corner. It was probably a 15 minutes walk to the river, and we saw geese and ducks along the way. It's March and there are patches of snow here and there, but wasn't muddy and the ground was firm not soft. At the river we wished we'd brought lawn chairs while the dogs busy themselves romping the shallow waters. We took a short cut across the field to get to our parked car. Robin was very nice, she greeted us when we arrived and gave some information about where to go.
55We had an incredible time here yesterday! To be honest, at first I wasn't sure....it's early in the year and the foliage and grass is really overgrown so initially I had a hard time finding the trails. And it was just me and my dog so I was a little nervous being alone in the woods. But, once we got our bearings and started to relax, we had an amazing time exploring. This is a truly beautiful place and I felt soooo peaceful. The paths to the river are completely hidden right now and we had a super hard time finding a way down to the water...but, once we did, it was incredible! The challenge of finding it actually made it even cooler, kind of like an oasis, and we were so happy running down to splash around. This place is magical....really gorgeous place to be and Robin makes it even more special. I just liked her immediately...her energy is so welcoming & pleasant and she was so patient helping us find her place and showing us around. She said she'll be clearing the trails soon now that the weather has dried out but either way we are already looking forward to another visit. Definitely recommend you bring your dog(s) here...they (and you) will love it!!!! ♥Susan D.
Susan D.
April 2020
We had an incredible time here yesterday! To be honest, at first I wasn't sure....it's early in the year and the foliage and grass is really overgrown so initially I had a hard time finding the trails. And it was just me and my dog so I was a little nervous being alone in the woods. But, once we got our bearings and started to relax, we had an amazing time exploring. This is a truly beautiful place and I felt soooo peaceful. The paths to the river are completely hidden right now and we had a super hard time finding a way down to the water...but, once we did, it was incredible! The challenge of finding it actually made it even cooler, kind of like an oasis, and we were so happy running down to splash around. This place is magical....really gorgeous place to be and Robin makes it even more special. I just liked her immediately...her energy is so welcoming & pleasant and she was so patient helping us find her place and showing us around. She said she'll be clearing the trails soon now that the weather has dried out but either way we are already looking forward to another visit. Definitely recommend you bring your dog(s) here...they (and you) will love it!!!! ♥
55We couldn’t have dreamt up a better space. The farm, trails, and river are all so beautiful, quiet, and free of triggers. Thank you, Robin! We will definitely be back.Darya F.
Darya F.
April 2020
We couldn’t have dreamt up a better space. The farm, trails, and river are all so beautiful, quiet, and free of triggers. Thank you, Robin! We will definitely be back.
55Holy cow! Incredible, incredible Sniffspot! This was our 2nd visit and we already have another reservation. Really cool, beautiful area. Since we knew our way around we just went straight to the trailhead and did a short amount of hiking before finding the river. Cooper was ecstatic to be back and remembered exactly where to go. We figured out if we walked to the left once we got down to the water there were deeper spots which would actually allow Cooper to do a little swimming. Boats pass by every so often (we only saw 1 this time in our 2 hours) and I'm not sure if there are strong currents further out so I keep him closer to shore just in case. He had a super duper fun time. One warning: scan the rocks in the water for lures...people fish these waters and I did pull 2 hooked lures out of the rocks. Absolutely amazing place, definitely a must visit for any Sniffspotter!Susan D.
Susan D.
April 2020
Holy cow! Incredible, incredible Sniffspot! This was our 2nd visit and we already have another reservation. Really cool, beautiful area. Since we knew our way around we just went straight to the trailhead and did a short amount of hiking before finding the river. Cooper was ecstatic to be back and remembered exactly where to go. We figured out if we walked to the left once we got down to the water there were deeper spots which would actually allow Cooper to do a little swimming. Boats pass by every so often (we only saw 1 this time in our 2 hours) and I'm not sure if there are strong currents further out so I keep him closer to shore just in case. He had a super duper fun time. One warning: scan the rocks in the water for lures...people fish these waters and I did pull 2 hooked lures out of the rocks. Absolutely amazing place, definitely a must visit for any Sniffspotter!
55We are just in heaven here. We have been here many times and it's absolutely breathtaking....the crop field is so pretty when it starts to blossom and the river is spectacular. So peaceful and soothes my soul. Cooper has the time of his life exploring all of the trails, digging in the sand and splashing around in the river and we both have the best time ever. Very private and we've never seen any other animals here so a great place for a reactive dog to run free. Thank you Robin for sharing your space with us. ♥Susan D.
Susan D.
March 2020
We are just in heaven here. We have been here many times and it's absolutely breathtaking....the crop field is so pretty when it starts to blossom and the river is spectacular. So peaceful and soothes my soul. Cooper has the time of his life exploring all of the trails, digging in the sand and splashing around in the river and we both have the best time ever. Very private and we've never seen any other animals here so a great place for a reactive dog to run free. Thank you Robin for sharing your space with us. ♥
55What a pleasant experience. Robin, the host, was gracious and informative. Her property is an incredible piece of heaven where a dog can have the time of their life and the owner can relax and not worry about what's around the corner. Two hours was sufficient, for the dogs were completely worn out by that time. There were large, and I mean large, fields to roam and romp around. Then there's the swimming in the river. An active dog will be a tired dog after all that. We especially admired the very large and old tree on our way to the river. So peaceful. Here's a link to a video of our dogs running free. https://youtu.be/geSfrwscc7Q. This place would be heaven for a reactive dog. It's very private.Bonnie W.
Bonnie W.
September 2019
What a pleasant experience. Robin, the host, was gracious and informative. Her property is an incredible piece of heaven where a dog can have the time of their life and the owner can relax and not worry about what's around the corner. Two hours was sufficient, for the dogs were completely worn out by that time. There were large, and I mean large, fields to roam and romp around. Then there's the swimming in the river. An active dog will be a tired dog after all that. We especially admired the very large and old tree on our way to the river. So peaceful. Here's a link to a video of our dogs running free. https://youtu.be/geSfrwscc7Q. This place would be heaven for a reactive dog. It's very private.
55Robin is a great host--met us and gave us information about different areas of the property. There's a large pasture, some grassy trails, small sand dunes (if your dog likes running up and down dunes like our does!), and a wonderful river front. My son spent a good long time on the river skipping stones while the dog enjoyed getting in the river to look for them and running about with sticks. We will certainly return!Suzanne S.
Suzanne S.
March 2020
Robin is a great host--met us and gave us information about different areas of the property. There's a large pasture, some grassy trails, small sand dunes (if your dog likes running up and down dunes like our does!), and a wonderful river front. My son spent a good long time on the river skipping stones while the dog enjoyed getting in the river to look for them and running about with sticks. We will certainly return!
55We've been here several times and each time is incredible. This is such a beautiful, spectacular place and one of our favorites. There is a large crop field that you will need to make your way around to get to the trailhead but it's gorgeous and, for us, one of the best parts. Once you get to the trailhead you will have the option to hike around and explore or you can head straight to the river. In all the times we've been here we've never had any encounters with animals of any kind and only once was there a person nearby....a fisherman who was down on the far end of the bank who eventually left. Otherwise everyone else was either passing by on boat or float across the river. Most of the time though there isn't a soul around and we really just enjoy the seclusion and the beauty all around....it's really pretty. In the warmer months Cooper has a blast swimming around and digging in the sandy patches, in the cooler months it's just a really lovely walk. Really great super awesome Sniffspot and Robin, the host, is one of the nicest people you'll ever meet. ♥Susan D.
Susan D.
December 2019
We've been here several times and each time is incredible. This is such a beautiful, spectacular place and one of our favorites. There is a large crop field that you will need to make your way around to get to the trailhead but it's gorgeous and, for us, one of the best parts. Once you get to the trailhead you will have the option to hike around and explore or you can head straight to the river. In all the times we've been here we've never had any encounters with animals of any kind and only once was there a person nearby....a fisherman who was down on the far end of the bank who eventually left. Otherwise everyone else was either passing by on boat or float across the river. Most of the time though there isn't a soul around and we really just enjoy the seclusion and the beauty all around....it's really pretty. In the warmer months Cooper has a blast swimming around and digging in the sandy patches, in the cooler months it's just a really lovely walk. Really great super awesome Sniffspot and Robin, the host, is one of the nicest people you'll ever meet. ♥
55Samm found a piece of spaniel heaven today! Thank you Robin for sharing your Sniff Spot! We worked on our recall which is why she is wearing a bell - I needed to know where she was. Samm did awesome! This was our first unfenced area. This is a great spot if you have a reactive dog - Samm isn't but there wasn't any other dogs or people around. The property borders the river so we ( meaning she who has no fear) did a lot of swimming. The river has areas of rock and sand. We most certainly will be back! Our host Robin was sweet and kind. Samm liked her right away as did I!Cheryl P.
Cheryl P.
April 2020
Samm found a piece of spaniel heaven today! Thank you Robin for sharing your Sniff Spot! We worked on our recall which is why she is wearing a bell - I needed to know where she was. Samm did awesome! This was our first unfenced area. This is a great spot if you have a reactive dog - Samm isn't but there wasn't any other dogs or people around. The property borders the river so we ( meaning she who has no fear) did a lot of swimming. The river has areas of rock and sand. We most certainly will be back! Our host Robin was sweet and kind. Samm liked her right away as did I!
55Fantastic spot! The dogs ran and ran and ran and waded and ran some more. Robyn set us off on our adventure and a great time was had by all:).Erica W.
Erica W.
April 2020
Fantastic spot! The dogs ran and ran and ran and waded and ran some more. Robyn set us off on our adventure and a great time was had by all:).
How do Black Diamond's private dog beaches 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 Black Diamond dog beaches
Are dog beaches safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are 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 park users so you can find the perfect safe place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars.
Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your furry friends. If your dog doesn't respond to owner commands, you can visit one of our enclosed dog park areas. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog beach sites where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can see any park amenities provided, including a park bench, water for dogs or water features such as kiddie pool or water hose. If your dog loves water, you can go to a park with water features, but if they don't love water, you can avoid them. We also recommend reading reviews to check for park maintenance issues and reaching out to the host with any questions. And lastly, of course, check park hours. Many of our parks are open from dawn until dusk.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot park?
We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that owners sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. We also require that pet owners follow safety protocols around water features.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot park at the same time as me?
No. We only allow one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the area during visits. So when you book a Sniffspot park you have the entire place to yourself and your dog-owning friends if you invite them. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings so you will not run into other park patrons when coming or leaving.
How much do Sniffspot dog beaches cost?
Dog beaches in the Black Diamond area range from $5.0 and $5.0. The least expensive dog beach is Heron's Creek in Maltby. The most expensive dog beach is Heron's Creek in Maltby. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
Can I have an event or party at a dog beach?
If you are planning an amazing dog beach party, each Sniffspot park has their own rules regarding special events. Many parks allow doggie birthday parties, training, water parties and other event types. Event organizers need to be responsible for their guests and event organizers should coordinate with the host regarding their fun party. Make sure the park has amenities you need for your party, such as a park with lots of picnic tables with park benches.
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