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Castro ValleyCalifornia94552US
4.9170
25It was ok! Better for a physically fit person. We did not make it...
55The view was incredibly beautiful and my dog was so happy sniffing...
55Really cool spot! Host greeted us at the entrance and went over...
55Fantastic place with beautiful flowers and scenery!
55Amazing place! My Sophia was able to run freely.
55Such a great privilege to be able to take my My dog on such long...
55Amazing host and trail! We certainly got a good workout going uphill...
55My dogs loved it!
55We had the BEST time here. The property is beautiful- so much lush...
55Hidden gem! We loved the space to run and Brianna’s warm welcome....
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40 acres of private hiking trails

Castro Valley, California
Fully Fenced
40 acres
4.90170 Reviews
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40 acres of private hiking trails

Castro Valley, California
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Hosted by Brianna N.
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Fully Fenced
40 acres
40 acres of private hiking trails - Castro Valley, California
40 acres of private hiking trails - Castro Valley, California
40 acres of private hiking trails - Castro Valley, California

Fencing

93% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

This spot is fully fenced

Info provided by host

Note from host

We have an unfenced 2.3mile unfenced hiking loop that spans our back 40 acres. The outermost edges of our 40 acres is barbed wire

Fencing height

N/A

Fencing type

Wood - privacy

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

N/A

93% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Fencing type(s): Wood - privacy

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps

Fencing details: We have an unfenced 2.3mile unfenced hiking loop that spans our back 40 acres. The outermost edges of our 40 acres is barbed wire


Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsNo

Other dogs

HOST REPORTS

No

Our ranch dogs are kept kenneled out of site when others are utilizing the property

GUEST FEEDBACK

18% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsNo

Other domestic animals

HOST REPORTS

No

We have horses, donkey, cattle, goats, pot bellied pigs and chickens which are visible in your drive onto the property. They can not be seen or heard from trail

GUEST FEEDBACK

66% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleSometimes

Other people

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

The ranch is generally fairly quiet, and people aren’t seen aside from your drive in.

GUEST FEEDBACK

31% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Private entryYes

Private entry

Yes (Always)

Property is completely private, and gated with keypad entry

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.


Amenities

River, stream or creek

Field

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Outhouse available

Woods


Pricing
50 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

Member get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
This spot offers additional discounts.

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Location

Castro Valley, California

Description

We are a 40 acre private family run horse ranch. We boast 2.3 miles of private trail systems perfect for those tired of the dangers of loose uncontrolled dogs in our public spaces. Take a private hike on foot, or save your legs and add on an ATV fun run adventure. Either way You, and your dog are sure to have a blast! Follow us on Instagram: Urbancowgirlranchdogs to check out some dogs enjoying their adventures ALL YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED HERE: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xmVI86C6dj62uhUuAIiMWauDXmNYOtY3u28DkpGdA5Q/edit?usp=sharing

Cleanliness

95% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Hazards

HOST NOTE

Horse, and cattle manure may be present as all of our pastures are rotationally grazed by horses, cattle, and goats

Water safety notice

Make sure to practice dog and human safety around water. Read more


Extras

All Natural Tick Repellant10 credits

Absorbine all natural tick repellent. Spray on keeps you from tracking them home

ATV Adventure (Off Leash)70 credits

Take your hike to a different level with an ATV Adventure on our private trails. Give them the “walk”, they want, deserve, and need at any speed. Whether we are going for a long jog at 5 MPH to clocking 20mph kicking up our heels, your dog is sure to have blast! -Owner must accompany us, and have recall ability.


Host Rules

Minimum visit length
1.0 hour
Required advanced notice for visits
2 hours
Max dogs per booking
20
Is the host present?
I prefer to meet my guests on their first visits
Additional rules

Ranch liability releases must be signed for all guests. Please copy and paste the below link to sign https://signnow.com/s/uqWTV9jQ Commercial dog walkers must provide proof of insurance


Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies


Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

4.90 (170 Reviews)

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Meet your host

Brianna N.

Joined in January 2025


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