55If you’re looking for a sniff spot in the San Clemente/San Juan area this is the place for you! The clean & spacious backyard was fully fenced and had a separate playpen for smaller pups! My recently rescued pup is very nervous around pedestrians & cars so this was a safe quiet place to let him stretch his legs! Sierra D.
Sierra D.
August 2024
If you’re looking for a sniff spot in the San Clemente/San Juan area this is the place for you! The clean & spacious backyard was fully fenced and had a separate playpen for smaller pups! My recently rescued pup is very nervous around pedestrians & cars so this was a safe quiet place to let him stretch his legs!
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55This was absolutely an awesome First experience with SniffSpot. The area was pretty, the walls were high and safe, lots of space for my pupper to sniff around, chairs and an umbrella for me to relax in the shade while my dog sniffed. She was so tired by the end of her time there. It made me so happy to see her enjoy her time so much. And the host is welcoming and responsive to messages. I’ll definitely be back to visit with Lumi! Shirley S.
Shirley S.
August 2024
This was absolutely an awesome First experience with SniffSpot. The area was pretty, the walls were high and safe, lots of space for my pupper to sniff around, chairs and an umbrella for me to relax in the shade while my dog sniffed. She was so tired by the end of her time there. It made me so happy to see her enjoy her time so much. And the host is welcoming and responsive to messages. I’ll definitely be back to visit with Lumi!
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55Our 2nd time at this location. To see the joy on our little dogs face and her little friend was priceless. The owner is very easy to work with. The space is immaculate and safe. Thank you Debbie very much.Katie M.
Katie M.
June 2024
Our 2nd time at this location. To see the joy on our little dogs face and her little friend was priceless. The owner is very easy to work with. The space is immaculate and safe. Thank you Debbie very much.
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55Beautifully maintained backyard. We felt very secure with our little dog. Very easy to find and owner friendly and responds quickly. Definitely would recommend and will be back.Katie M.
Katie M.
June 2024
Beautifully maintained backyard. We felt very secure with our little dog. Very easy to find and owner friendly and responds quickly. Definitely would recommend and will be back.
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55Debbie’s yard is so lovely and clean! Our two senior boys loved sniffing every inch of it, and exploring the perimeter shrubbery. Once they’d had their fill of exploring they laid down in the shade and enjoyed the Dana Point breezes while we sat in the comfortable patio set.  We appreciated the bowl with fresh water, the basket of toys and poop bags, and the well labeled trashcan. The yard was totally secure, making for relaxed parents. We look forward to coming back, and next time hope to bring along another family member’s dog to inspire some play with our older boys.Deanna C.
Deanna C.
September 2023
Debbie’s yard is so lovely and clean! Our two senior boys loved sniffing every inch of it, and exploring the perimeter shrubbery. Once they’d had their fill of exploring they laid down in the shade and enjoyed the Dana Point breezes while we sat in the comfortable patio set.  We appreciated the bowl with fresh water, the basket of toys and poop bags, and the well labeled trashcan. The yard was totally secure, making for relaxed parents. We look forward to coming back, and next time hope to bring along another family member’s dog to inspire some play with our older boys.
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55This is the loveliest backyard! It was clean and lots of grassy turf area for the dogs to play fetch and run around. They loved exploring the backyard and I loved relaxing in the hammock. Debbie and her husband are also the sweetest and left fresh-picked kumquats on the table for me to enjoy. :) She also provided fresh water for the dogs which they greatly appreciated. The house is along Golden Lantern St so theres background noise of cars and people so I can see how more alert or reactive dogs may not do well with that. But my dogs had the time of their lives, they definitely cant wait to go back!Christine F.
Christine F.
August 2023
This is the loveliest backyard! It was clean and lots of grassy turf area for the dogs to play fetch and run around. They loved exploring the backyard and I loved relaxing in the hammock. Debbie and her husband are also the sweetest and left fresh-picked kumquats on the table for me to enjoy. :) She also provided fresh water for the dogs which they greatly appreciated. The house is along Golden Lantern St so theres background noise of cars and people so I can see how more alert or reactive dogs may not do well with that. But my dogs had the time of their lives, they definitely cant wait to go back!
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55We so enjoyed this Sniffspot. The host was so friendly, the yard is lovely! Our pup had a blast playing here; we can’t wait to come back. Jacqueline E.
Jacqueline E.
July 2023
We so enjoyed this Sniffspot. The host was so friendly, the yard is lovely! Our pup had a blast playing here; we can’t wait to come back.
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55This was our first Sniffspot and we had a great time! The yard is clean, well-maintained, and the host is very thoughtful. Really nice patio furniture to relax on, and there are extra toys provided. The space isn't huge but more than enough for my dog to play with the flirt pole and work on his training. Totally worth it - Leo was a happy, tired pup after our 1 hour session! Emma V.
Emma V.
April 2023
This was our first Sniffspot and we had a great time! The yard is clean, well-maintained, and the host is very thoughtful. Really nice patio furniture to relax on, and there are extra toys provided. The space isn't huge but more than enough for my dog to play with the flirt pole and work on his training. Totally worth it - Leo was a happy, tired pup after our 1 hour session!
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55We have taken our doggo to this spot several times now, and it is always clean and well maintained. It is a great place for my girl, it’s not terribly large, but certainly big enough for her to zoom and for us to use her flirt pole. This is now my regular place. Elys N.
Elys N.
February 2023
We have taken our doggo to this spot several times now, and it is always clean and well maintained. It is a great place for my girl, it’s not terribly large, but certainly big enough for her to zoom and for us to use her flirt pole. This is now my regular place.
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55We enjoyed this spot very much! It’s not too big, but big enough to let our girl run back and forth. She had a great time sniffing everything, I just had to keep reminding her to stay out of the front planter! It’s fenced off, but she was determined. Other than that, no issues. It backs to a busy street, but the walls are certainly high enough, and the noise wasn’t an issue. There is a lovely table with an umbrella and chairs, and a couple of benches as well. We will certainly use this spot again!Elys N.
Elys N.
December 2022
We enjoyed this spot very much! It’s not too big, but big enough to let our girl run back and forth. She had a great time sniffing everything, I just had to keep reminding her to stay out of the front planter! It’s fenced off, but she was determined. Other than that, no issues. It backs to a busy street, but the walls are certainly high enough, and the noise wasn’t an issue. There is a lovely table with an umbrella and chairs, and a couple of benches as well. We will certainly use this spot again!
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55Our two large working breed dogs had an absolute blast!! Great sniffspot!! Very clean and well fenced which makes for a more relaxed dog mom.Sarah k.
Sarah k.
November 2022
Our two large working breed dogs had an absolute blast!! Great sniffspot!! Very clean and well fenced which makes for a more relaxed dog mom.
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55Excellent experience all-around! Debbie really caters to her visitors and provides an opportunity that I am so grateful for. Beautiful and comfortable space, large enough for my older puppy to explore, play fetch and tug-of-war, and a perfectly shaded seating area. Thank you so much Debbie!Katie B.
Katie B.
August 2022
Excellent experience all-around! Debbie really caters to her visitors and provides an opportunity that I am so grateful for. Beautiful and comfortable space, large enough for my older puppy to explore, play fetch and tug-of-war, and a perfectly shaded seating area. Thank you so much Debbie!
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55Place is exactly as expected and as pictured. Fencing is very private and our dogs really enjoyed their free play time with little distractions. Water and trash provided - very convenient!Mabell A.
Mabell A.
August 2022
Place is exactly as expected and as pictured. Fencing is very private and our dogs really enjoyed their free play time with little distractions. Water and trash provided - very convenient!
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55Very clean and host is incredibly thoughtful. We went on a hot day and she was kind enough to put up an extra umbrella for us.
This was my dog’s first off leash outside time and to say it was magical for her is an understatement. She loved exploring the entire area and had the best zoomies of her entire life.
One thing to be mindful of is that the borders are bedded with mulch and the soil is soft, aka “snack size sticks” on top of easy to dig dirt. For dogs with good recall this shouldn’t be an issue but my 4 month old puppy couldn’t handle the temptation. Keeping her out of the bushes/away from the mulch became a game, but that’s on me and my lovely girl.
This space is gorgeous and very comfortable for pets and their peoples. Communication with the host was easy and there was ample street parking. Sign for her entrance is clearly marked and secure.
We left a toy there and the host did everything in her power to return it to us.
Thank you for such a wonderful time!Kaleigh D.
Kaleigh D.
August 2022
Very clean and host is incredibly thoughtful. We went on a hot day and she was kind enough to put up an extra umbrella for us.
This was my dog’s first off leash outside time and to say it was magical for her is an understatement. She loved exploring the entire area and had the best zoomies of her entire life.
One thing to be mindful of is that the borders are bedded with mulch and the soil is soft, aka “snack size sticks” on top of easy to dig dirt. For dogs with good recall this shouldn’t be an issue but my 4 month old puppy couldn’t handle the temptation. Keeping her out of the bushes/away from the mulch became a game, but that’s on me and my lovely girl.
This space is gorgeous and very comfortable for pets and their peoples. Communication with the host was easy and there was ample street parking. Sign for her entrance is clearly marked and secure.
We left a toy there and the host did everything in her power to return it to us.
Thank you for such a wonderful time!
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55My dog had a nice time, plenty of room for zoomies and fetch. Directions, parking, and the gate were easy to figure out. Thank you Debbie for allowing us to use your yard, we will be back. :)Krista V.
Krista V.
August 2022
My dog had a nice time, plenty of room for zoomies and fetch. Directions, parking, and the gate were easy to figure out. Thank you Debbie for allowing us to use your yard, we will be back. :)
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55Wonderful yard with an area for humans to sit, doggo to run & explore foliage and a wee side-hill. There's a box of toys and balls, trash can for messes (extra bags in case you forgot), and a few water bowls (in multiple varieties if your pup has a preference between metal or plastic).
It was wonderful and we had a great time! It was also very clean. Nikki Y.
Nikki Y.
April 2022
Wonderful yard with an area for humans to sit, doggo to run & explore foliage and a wee side-hill. There's a box of toys and balls, trash can for messes (extra bags in case you forgot), and a few water bowls (in multiple varieties if your pup has a preference between metal or plastic).
It was wonderful and we had a great time! It was also very clean.
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55This was my pup’s first Sniffspot and although I was nervous for our first time, she had a blast! Debbie had a lovely backyard with balls and bowls of water available. I’m so glad we chose Debbie’s place! Athena N.
Athena N.
April 2022
This was my pup’s first Sniffspot and although I was nervous for our first time, she had a blast! Debbie had a lovely backyard with balls and bowls of water available. I’m so glad we chose Debbie’s place!
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55Debbie was a great communicator! Her yard was wonderful and everything matched to the photos and description. It was clear how to enter and most importantly the dogs enjoyed the space! They sniffed, ran, wrestled and roamed. We were also able to take lovely photos of our dogs there. Sharon N.
Sharon N.
February 2022
Debbie was a great communicator! Her yard was wonderful and everything matched to the photos and description. It was clear how to enter and most importantly the dogs enjoyed the space! They sniffed, ran, wrestled and roamed. We were also able to take lovely photos of our dogs there.
How do Dana Point'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
Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit
Trust and safety first
Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
Reactive dogs welcome
Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind
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FAQ About Dana Point 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. 4% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Dana Point 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 458 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 555 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.
What is the best dog beach near Dana Point?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Dana Point is Treasure Island Park. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Dana Point have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 458 fully fenced dog parks in or near Dana Point. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Dana Point?
The Dana Point area has 11 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 CHOICE AVOCADOS - DOGGY DAY ADVENTURES.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Dana Point?
