55We had a blast today! So nice letting our big boys run around without worrying about anything. Our car broke down before we got there and they were extremely communicative and helpful in making sure we still had a great trip. Highly recommend the stream hike, but it is a little steep and took my parents (in their 60s) about 25 min to get there and another 25 back. It’s such a beautiful oasis. Thank you guys!Shannon G.
Shannon G.
July 2022
We had a blast today! So nice letting our big boys run around without worrying about anything. Our car broke down before we got there and they were extremely communicative and helpful in making sure we still had a great trip. Highly recommend the stream hike, but it is a little steep and took my parents (in their 60s) about 25 min to get there and another 25 back. It’s such a beautiful oasis. Thank you guys!
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55We loved watching our pup have the best day of his life! He loved splashing along the stream and sniffing every inch of the trails; The stream walk is a MUST. There is a swing, hammock, and chairs so you can relax and enjoy nature. The host is communicative, very kind, and even provided clear instructions to the stream so you aren’t lost and can just enjoy your time. We drove 1 hour from Downtown San Diego so our pup can experience the beautiful nature and practice being off-leash, we can’t wait to go back. Thank you! Chalina H.
Chalina H.
July 2022
We loved watching our pup have the best day of his life! He loved splashing along the stream and sniffing every inch of the trails; The stream walk is a MUST. There is a swing, hammock, and chairs so you can relax and enjoy nature. The host is communicative, very kind, and even provided clear instructions to the stream so you aren’t lost and can just enjoy your time. We drove 1 hour from Downtown San Diego so our pup can experience the beautiful nature and practice being off-leash, we can’t wait to go back. Thank you!
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55Drove an hour from San Diego to bring our dog-reactive dog here to get some fun, off-leash time. She absolutely loved it and had a blast playing in the water. Highly suggest adding the stream hike onto your time here! Definitely take caution going up & down the hills, it can be a lot if you’re not used to it (especially in the heat). All in all it was a great experience and we’ll definitely be back!Emma L.
Emma L.
July 2022
Drove an hour from San Diego to bring our dog-reactive dog here to get some fun, off-leash time. She absolutely loved it and had a blast playing in the water. Highly suggest adding the stream hike onto your time here! Definitely take caution going up & down the hills, it can be a lot if you’re not used to it (especially in the heat). All in all it was a great experience and we’ll definitely be back!
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55Midas and I returned as members and neither of us could get out of the car fast enough! Thank you for sharing your gorgeous slice of heaven (and for Sancho your wonderful Adventure Dog) with us. Every dog needs and deserves to just be a dog and you have created a safe place for them to do so. See you soon!Lou H.
Lou H.
July 2022
Midas and I returned as members and neither of us could get out of the car fast enough! Thank you for sharing your gorgeous slice of heaven (and for Sancho your wonderful Adventure Dog) with us. Every dog needs and deserves to just be a dog and you have created a safe place for them to do so. See you soon!
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55We had a great time! We went done by the creek and really enjoyed set up with chairs and the swing while our pup got to explore. The host was also very kind and helpful with detailed directions Neda N.
Neda N.
July 2022
We had a great time! We went done by the creek and really enjoyed set up with chairs and the swing while our pup got to explore. The host was also very kind and helpful with detailed directions
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55Really enjoyed this, my dog is reactive and I live in an apartment so this is the first time she’s really gotten to be off leash. We did the stream hike and it was great—it was hot though and there are two very steep sections. I’m pretty in shape and they were hard, but short. The host was also very understanding when our hour and a half drive from central OC turned into a two hour drive and let us stay longer. We’ll definitely be back!Margaret T.
Margaret T.
July 2022
Really enjoyed this, my dog is reactive and I live in an apartment so this is the first time she’s really gotten to be off leash. We did the stream hike and it was great—it was hot though and there are two very steep sections. I’m pretty in shape and they were hard, but short. The host was also very understanding when our hour and a half drive from central OC turned into a two hour drive and let us stay longer. We’ll definitely be back!
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55Was so grateful to have found this property for my highly reactive bulldogge! I don’t have many options where I can bring him and this was beyond a dream come true for us! The owners were gracious and kind, quick to respond and be of assistance. Mack loved it here and we didn’t need to worry about a thing! We had plant to room to run and shade to cool off in. The property was filled with views in every direction and it was a pleasure to have been able to come here! Definitely will be back- for sure a gem here. April D.
April D.
July 2022
Was so grateful to have found this property for my highly reactive bulldogge! I don’t have many options where I can bring him and this was beyond a dream come true for us! The owners were gracious and kind, quick to respond and be of assistance. Mack loved it here and we didn’t need to worry about a thing! We had plant to room to run and shade to cool off in. The property was filled with views in every direction and it was a pleasure to have been able to come here! Definitely will be back- for sure a gem here.
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55Very nice little spot with creek and swing by the end of the trail. Had a little trouble finding the entrance but the host is very patient with me. Destiny C.
Destiny C.
July 2022
Very nice little spot with creek and swing by the end of the trail. Had a little trouble finding the entrance but the host is very patient with me.
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55Your land is simply magical. ✨
I’ve been to a few other sniff spots in San Diego, but nothing compares. I read the description and reviews, but still I was blown away by how beautiful the property is and the trails are endless. I knew as soon as we arrived an hour wouldn’t be enough and Alma accommodated to let us book more time. I’ve never been able to see Stanley run free. He chased lizards and ran up the hills through the leaves, climbed on rocks, waded in water, drank from the creek. Today is a day I will never forget. Thank you Alma and David for sharing your property with these beautiful creatures who are meant to run and play in a safe space.
Great communication! They responded immediately to all correspondence, answered my questions, and provided extra maps and guides to make it easy to navigate to and through the property. I’d been waiting for the right day to go. It was a long drive for me and I wasn’t sure about spending the time and money to travel, so I kept putting it off, but I wish I’d gone sooner!!! Julie H.
Julie H.
July 2022
Your land is simply magical. ✨
I’ve been to a few other sniff spots in San Diego, but nothing compares. I read the description and reviews, but still I was blown away by how beautiful the property is and the trails are endless. I knew as soon as we arrived an hour wouldn’t be enough and Alma accommodated to let us book more time. I’ve never been able to see Stanley run free. He chased lizards and ran up the hills through the leaves, climbed on rocks, waded in water, drank from the creek. Today is a day I will never forget. Thank you Alma and David for sharing your property with these beautiful creatures who are meant to run and play in a safe space.
Great communication! They responded immediately to all correspondence, answered my questions, and provided extra maps and guides to make it easy to navigate to and through the property. I’d been waiting for the right day to go. It was a long drive for me and I wasn’t sure about spending the time and money to travel, so I kept putting it off, but I wish I’d gone sooner!!!
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55Lovely trail along the avocado tree paths. Our dog loved it here. Service in the area is very spotty so be sure to check in for instructions before arrival because google maps won’t take you all the way. Jessica R.
Jessica R.
July 2022
Lovely trail along the avocado tree paths. Our dog loved it here. Service in the area is very spotty so be sure to check in for instructions before arrival because google maps won’t take you all the way.
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55We really enjoyed our day and our dog was WORN OUT. It was so awesome for our boy to be able to run free without me having to worry about encountering other dogs.
We did the avocado grove hike and it was a nice mix of sunny and shady, steep hills and gentle slopes. Alma gave excellent, detailed directions with photos to guide us with parking and where to meet the trail. Next time we will book the stream tour. We encountered an employee of the farm as we were leaving who highly recommended it.
It’s a beautiful property, Alma was very warm and welcoming and we will definitely be back.Laurel D.
Laurel D.
July 2022
We really enjoyed our day and our dog was WORN OUT. It was so awesome for our boy to be able to run free without me having to worry about encountering other dogs.
We did the avocado grove hike and it was a nice mix of sunny and shady, steep hills and gentle slopes. Alma gave excellent, detailed directions with photos to guide us with parking and where to meet the trail. Next time we will book the stream tour. We encountered an employee of the farm as we were leaving who highly recommended it.
It’s a beautiful property, Alma was very warm and welcoming and we will definitely be back.
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55What a wonderful experience!! I could talk about this place all day and I still wouldn't be able to say all the wonderful things that I would like to say. Simply amazing. Safe, clean, gorgeous views, so much to explore... Alma is a wonderful host, so sweet and kind and patient. Great communication. We took the wrong turn and went in the opposite direction, (Alma's directions were clear, but we relied on Google maps and lost signal), and unfortunately would have missed our time slot by the time we made it there. She graciously offered to reschedule our time for the next day. That was so very kind of her! We loved every minute of being there. This is the kind of place you will want to bring your whole family to for a picnic, or just to explore. I strongly suggest booking more than an hour, simply because you will not want to leave! And definitely add the stream hike! It's a must do! Needless to say, we will be back. And soon 😊Adelina C.
Adelina C.
July 2022
What a wonderful experience!! I could talk about this place all day and I still wouldn't be able to say all the wonderful things that I would like to say. Simply amazing. Safe, clean, gorgeous views, so much to explore... Alma is a wonderful host, so sweet and kind and patient. Great communication. We took the wrong turn and went in the opposite direction, (Alma's directions were clear, but we relied on Google maps and lost signal), and unfortunately would have missed our time slot by the time we made it there. She graciously offered to reschedule our time for the next day. That was so very kind of her! We loved every minute of being there. This is the kind of place you will want to bring your whole family to for a picnic, or just to explore. I strongly suggest booking more than an hour, simply because you will not want to leave! And definitely add the stream hike! It's a must do! Needless to say, we will be back. And soon 😊
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55We had a great time today. The dogs had so much fun running free and going in the water. I would recommend this to everyone. It was so great to watch the dogs have the time of their life. I hope to be back soon Jan N.
Jan N.
July 2022
We had a great time today. The dogs had so much fun running free and going in the water. I would recommend this to everyone. It was so great to watch the dogs have the time of their life. I hope to be back soon
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55This was our first time trying out sniffspot and we decided to visit Choice Avocados for our doggy sniffari adventure. It was an absolutely wonderful experience. The hosts are very friendly and thorough with providing detailed directions to the location. The stream trail was our favorite our pup loved running through the stream. It was his first time being able to explore off leash without having to worry about him running into any dogs. Which is a big relief for any dog owners who have reactive dogs. Overall, it was a great adventure for us and our pup. We'd definitely come back again! Thanh T.
Thanh T.
July 2022
This was our first time trying out sniffspot and we decided to visit Choice Avocados for our doggy sniffari adventure. It was an absolutely wonderful experience. The hosts are very friendly and thorough with providing detailed directions to the location. The stream trail was our favorite our pup loved running through the stream. It was his first time being able to explore off leash without having to worry about him running into any dogs. Which is a big relief for any dog owners who have reactive dogs. Overall, it was a great adventure for us and our pup. We'd definitely come back again!
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55We had an absolute blast! The creek is straight out of a fairytale. The directions are super helpful - we did get lost at first but texts from the hosts got us right back on track. Our pup had the best day ever! 10/10. We will come again! Sidney H.
Sidney H.
July 2022
We had an absolute blast! The creek is straight out of a fairytale. The directions are super helpful - we did get lost at first but texts from the hosts got us right back on track. Our pup had the best day ever! 10/10. We will come again!
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55What a beautiful and quiet place to walk your dog! We had a long drive from East County San Diego to get there but it was worth it to walk in such a peaceful place. Our dog has very high prey drive so we kept him on leash but he had a blast and tuckered out before our hour was even up. What a special place and so grateful to have opportunities for reactive dogs walk and be dogs and yet to not worry about running into other dogs. We would absolutely return. Shelly A.
Shelly A.
July 2022
What a beautiful and quiet place to walk your dog! We had a long drive from East County San Diego to get there but it was worth it to walk in such a peaceful place. Our dog has very high prey drive so we kept him on leash but he had a blast and tuckered out before our hour was even up. What a special place and so grateful to have opportunities for reactive dogs walk and be dogs and yet to not worry about running into other dogs. We would absolutely return.
How do Dana Point's private dog water 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 Dana Point dog water parks
Are dog water parks 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 guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. If you are worried about whether you can have an enjoyable water experience, just know that it is possible to have peace of mind when visiting dog waterparks by following basic safety guidelines. Some great ways to stay safe around water with your dog include learning canine CPR and keep an eye on your dog at all times to ensure they are not distressed. You can learn more about safety around water here.
How can I find the best dog water parks in Dana Point?
How do I know if a dog water park works for my dog?
Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your dog. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog water parks. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog water parks where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Make sure to review the amenities of the spot to see what kind of water features are offered to make sure it works for your dog. If your dog is not a strong swimmer, then perhaps choose a dog water park with tamer water features rather than a river or beach, for instance. We also recommend reading reviews and reaching out to the host with any questions, and of course, checking water park hours.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot water park?
We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. Additionally, we recommend following our water safety guidelines.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot water park 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 dog water parks cost?
Dog water parks in the Dana Point area range from $20.0 and $20.0. The least expensive dog water park is Acres in the Forest. The most expensive dog water park is Acres in the Forest. 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 water park?
If you are planning an amazing dog water park party, each Sniffspot water park has their own rules regarding special events. Many water parks allow doggie birthday parties, training 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.
What are the coolest doggie water features available?
Sniffspot dog water parks can have a variety of features, everything from swimming pools to rivers to beaches to hoses and kiddie pools. If you are dreaming of a curtain of water, water tunnels, a ball pit pool, water slide ball pits, splash pools or other cool features, you can definitely find amazing features at Sniffspot dog water parks. Each water park is different, so check the details of the park to find the incredible dog water park of your dreams.
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