55Absolutely loved this place. It was beautiful and easy to follow instructions were sent. Not only on how to get to the place but also the hiking path. Will be visiting again soon! Tamara B.
Tamara B.
February 2023
Absolutely loved this place. It was beautiful and easy to follow instructions were sent. Not only on how to get to the place but also the hiking path. Will be visiting again soon!
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55We had a wonderful time today on our avocado adventure! Our dogs loved playing in the stream and exploring the surrounding areas. Highly recommend the stream hike - it’s truly beautiful! We packed some fruit and snacks and had a little picnic by the stream. We also picked avocados on the hike back. Can’t wait to try them. It’s quite a drive for us but worth it. Make sure you have at least two hours to play. Kathryn M.
Kathryn M.
February 2023
We had a wonderful time today on our avocado adventure! Our dogs loved playing in the stream and exploring the surrounding areas. Highly recommend the stream hike - it’s truly beautiful! We packed some fruit and snacks and had a little picnic by the stream. We also picked avocados on the hike back. Can’t wait to try them. It’s quite a drive for us but worth it. Make sure you have at least two hours to play.
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55We had a fun visit - our dog had a great time romping and sniffing! The location felt very secure. The avocado grove trail is up and down so everyone will get a good workout! Samantha S.
Samantha S.
March 2023
We had a fun visit - our dog had a great time romping and sniffing! The location felt very secure. The avocado grove trail is up and down so everyone will get a good workout!
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55We had the best time there and I have never seen my dogs this happy. Such a beautiful environment filled with nature that was fun filled for my kids and the dogs!!!!! And the host was super friendly and accommodating. We will be back for sure!Nicole Y.
Nicole Y.
March 2023
We had the best time there and I have never seen my dogs this happy. Such a beautiful environment filled with nature that was fun filled for my kids and the dogs!!!!! And the host was super friendly and accommodating. We will be back for sure!
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55This is Milhouse's go-to spot for his birthday. He's leash reactive and has been attacked by other dogs off leash and on-leash. So it's grate he can just enjoy being off leash. The stream was a raging river because of all the rain but we still had fun. Thanks for opening this spot up for folks.Tammy L.
Tammy L.
March 2023
This is Milhouse's go-to spot for his birthday. He's leash reactive and has been attacked by other dogs off leash and on-leash. So it's grate he can just enjoy being off leash. The stream was a raging river because of all the rain but we still had fun. Thanks for opening this spot up for folks.
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55as usual- the best sniff spot award goes to this place. its the perfect short hike to the stream and we had a nice lunch too! we always hit up the wineries on the way back to san diego too!Jackie W.
Jackie W.
March 2023
as usual- the best sniff spot award goes to this place. its the perfect short hike to the stream and we had a nice lunch too! we always hit up the wineries on the way back to san diego too!
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55Gorgeous area and very helpful hosts. Great instructions for arrival. The creek hike is totally worth it, just be prepared for a bit of a steep descent. Our dog loved it!! Kate C.
Kate C.
April 2023
Gorgeous area and very helpful hosts. Great instructions for arrival. The creek hike is totally worth it, just be prepared for a bit of a steep descent. Our dog loved it!!
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55We had a great time visiting this spot! We opted to do the hike to the stream and it was beautiful. There was a picnic table, chairs, a hammock and swing. We brought sandwiches and a grocery bag to pack out any trash. I didn’t notice any trash cans on our path so make sure to have something to carry trash/dog poo out with you. My daughter loved the space just as much as our dog. We will definitely be back!Ashley A.
Ashley A.
April 2023
We had a great time visiting this spot! We opted to do the hike to the stream and it was beautiful. There was a picnic table, chairs, a hammock and swing. We brought sandwiches and a grocery bag to pack out any trash. I didn’t notice any trash cans on our path so make sure to have something to carry trash/dog poo out with you. My daughter loved the space just as much as our dog. We will definitely be back!
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55The absolute best experience ever for the dogs and our family. Beautiful, safe, and lots of fun. Thank you to the wonderful hosts! Having access to a property like this to let our doggies run free means the world to us. Hannah I.
Hannah I.
April 2023
The absolute best experience ever for the dogs and our family. Beautiful, safe, and lots of fun. Thank you to the wonderful hosts! Having access to a property like this to let our doggies run free means the world to us.
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55Beautiful spot! The dogs had a blast running up and down the trails. The location is rural and a bit hard to find but the hosts provide detailed instructions. We didn’t even hike all of it within the hour so next time we will explore more. The hosts are very communicative and helpful. Kristiene G.
Kristiene G.
April 2023
Beautiful spot! The dogs had a blast running up and down the trails. The location is rural and a bit hard to find but the hosts provide detailed instructions. We didn’t even hike all of it within the hour so next time we will explore more. The hosts are very communicative and helpful.
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55This place is so beautiful and peaceful. It’s a 90 minute drive from our house but we love coming out here to spend time dipping into the creek and relaxing.Elise R.
Elise R.
April 2023
This place is so beautiful and peaceful. It’s a 90 minute drive from our house but we love coming out here to spend time dipping into the creek and relaxing.
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55An absolutely terrific spot! Our second time here and certainly not the last. It’s a completely private trail and great walk, the dogs loved it. The stream is very relaxing and all in all a tremendous experience. Skyler A.
Skyler A.
April 2023
An absolutely terrific spot! Our second time here and certainly not the last. It’s a completely private trail and great walk, the dogs loved it. The stream is very relaxing and all in all a tremendous experience.
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55This sniff spot was beautiful. The host was very accommodating when we got delayed and needed to shift our reservation time. Alma and David also made the directions very clear for how to find the property (FOLLOW THEM!) it’s easy to get turned around in this area. We also chose to add on the hike to the creek and additional directions were provided for that as well, which was very helpful. We really enjoyed our visit and would love to come back. Rockelle J.
Rockelle J.
April 2023
This sniff spot was beautiful. The host was very accommodating when we got delayed and needed to shift our reservation time. Alma and David also made the directions very clear for how to find the property (FOLLOW THEM!) it’s easy to get turned around in this area. We also chose to add on the hike to the creek and additional directions were provided for that as well, which was very helpful. We really enjoyed our visit and would love to come back.
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55We did the stream hike with our 2 dogs. The property is beautiful and secluded. The dogs loved playing in the stream and running around off leash. We will definitely be back! Jill F.
Jill F.
April 2023
We did the stream hike with our 2 dogs. The property is beautiful and secluded. The dogs loved playing in the stream and running around off leash. We will definitely be back!
How do Dana Point's private dog hiking trails 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 Dana Point dog hiking trails
Are dog hiking trails safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, inattentive owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than a city or county park. With a Sniffspot off-leash area 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. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. Our hiking trails tend to be outside the city, which lends to more privacy, but it is also important to follow typical hiking safety precautions, such as potentially having trail maps.
How do I know if a dog hiking trail works for my dog?
Sniffspot provides the tools to find the ideal spot. Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing 6 feet tall and distractions, to find a dog park with trails that works for your dog. You can also filter by size if you are looking for a certain acre park, an expansive off-leash dog park. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog hiking trails. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog hiking trails where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Since you are looking for trails, make sure to check photos to see if it the spot has flat trails or gnarly trails. You can also browse by specific amenities, if you are looking for a view or a beach, for instance, or other activities or fun features. You can check whether the spot has off or on street parking, the regular park hours, whether it has paved trails or a modern restroom.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog hiking trail?
In order to hike the trails, we require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not permit dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot hiking trail at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.
How much do Sniffspot hiking trails cost?
Dog hiking trails in the Dana Point area range from $4.0 and $4.0. The least expensive dog hiking trail is Penguins and Dogs on top of the hill. The most expensive dog hiking trail is Penguins and Dogs on top of the hill. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
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