55My dog and I had a great time at Karin's! We had all the necessities, and it was a plus to have access to the pool as an add-on. The area was quiet, clean, and serene. I highly recommend this spot for your pup!Grace L.
Grace L.
June 2022
My dog and I had a great time at Karin's! We had all the necessities, and it was a plus to have access to the pool as an add-on. The area was quiet, clean, and serene. I highly recommend this spot for your pup!
Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael | Sniffspot
55What a beautiful, serene location. Absolutely pristine. The pool is lovely, and felt so great on a hot day. I brought my puppy so he could practice his swimming skills and he did great, when he wasn't running around exploring and sniffing every corner of the fabulous yard. Thank you to Karin, our host, whose description and instructions were perfect. I hope we can visit this Sniff spot many more times over the summer. Debbie E.
Debbie E.
June 2022
What a beautiful, serene location. Absolutely pristine. The pool is lovely, and felt so great on a hot day. I brought my puppy so he could practice his swimming skills and he did great, when he wasn't running around exploring and sniffing every corner of the fabulous yard. Thank you to Karin, our host, whose description and instructions were perfect. I hope we can visit this Sniff spot many more times over the summer.
Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael | Sniffspot
55What an amazing spot!!! I am so grateful for them opening up their yard and pool to us and our doggos, especially with the warmer days we’re having. I will definitely be back and often! Kiyomi D.
Kiyomi D.
June 2022
What an amazing spot!!! I am so grateful for them opening up their yard and pool to us and our doggos, especially with the warmer days we’re having. I will definitely be back and often!
Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael | Sniffspot
55So happy to have another sniffspot option near us! This yard is spacious and fun for dogs who love to sniff and explore. Even more fun for dogs that swim, we tested out the pool, but learned bruno isn’t very fond of water, but happy we tried! Can’t wait to come back Karli Q.
Karli Q.
June 2022
So happy to have another sniffspot option near us! This yard is spacious and fun for dogs who love to sniff and explore. Even more fun for dogs that swim, we tested out the pool, but learned bruno isn’t very fond of water, but happy we tried! Can’t wait to come back
Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael | Sniffspot
55Amazing spot! Felt very secure, my dog loved exploring the yard and garden. It was super clean and beautiful. Karin was very communicative and warm. It was lovely enjoying the pool area. It’s was a perfect place for a little baby puppy socialization too! 💖Jennifer M.
Jennifer M.
June 2022
Amazing spot! Felt very secure, my dog loved exploring the yard and garden. It was super clean and beautiful. Karin was very communicative and warm. It was lovely enjoying the pool area. It’s was a perfect place for a little baby puppy socialization too! 💖
Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael | Sniffspot
55This is a lovely setting and very nicely setup for visitors. Fencing looked secure. My older dog enjoyed the real grass in particular and sniffed around. My other dog was a little too interested in trying to get in to the house through a screen door or window, so I kept him on leash to avoid him being a surprise visitor indoors! This is not a reflection on this lovely home, just my dog loves to meet new humans. There's water and other items for visitors and really nice location. Thanks!Lauren D.
Lauren D.
June 2022
This is a lovely setting and very nicely setup for visitors. Fencing looked secure. My older dog enjoyed the real grass in particular and sniffed around. My other dog was a little too interested in trying to get in to the house through a screen door or window, so I kept him on leash to avoid him being a surprise visitor indoors! This is not a reflection on this lovely home, just my dog loves to meet new humans. There's water and other items for visitors and really nice location. Thanks!
Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael | Sniffspot
55Beautiful Sniffspot! Parking is easy. Karin is so gracious and provided water, toys and a perfectly located bin for poop bags! There are lots of different places to roam and sniff. Fencing was secure. We all loved it!Melanie L.
Melanie L.
July 2022
Beautiful Sniffspot! Parking is easy. Karin is so gracious and provided water, toys and a perfectly located bin for poop bags! There are lots of different places to roam and sniff. Fencing was secure. We all loved it!
Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael | Sniffspot
55Super nice, clean and ample yard! Completely fenced in and we felt safe letting our dogs roam around and sniff.
The host was very communicative and made it more than easy to get in and out of the property.
You drive in into the gated/fenced in property, which is a very nice plus for not having to transition my nervous dog car-street-sniffspot.
Will comeback in the future!Victoria C.
Victoria C.
July 2022
Super nice, clean and ample yard! Completely fenced in and we felt safe letting our dogs roam around and sniff.
The host was very communicative and made it more than easy to get in and out of the property.
You drive in into the gated/fenced in property, which is a very nice plus for not having to transition my nervous dog car-street-sniffspot.
Will comeback in the future!
Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael | Sniffspot
55What a beautiful and tranquil garden! Plenty of shade and grass and spectacular views. My dogs loved sniffing the grounds and had plenty to do during our stay. Thank you Karin for this lovely experience!shandra y.
shandra y.
July 2022
What a beautiful and tranquil garden! Plenty of shade and grass and spectacular views. My dogs loved sniffing the grounds and had plenty to do during our stay. Thank you Karin for this lovely experience!
Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael | Sniffspot
55Karin’s yard is a little slice of heaven! We could have stayed all afternoon. The yard is beautiful and well kept and appreciated the freshly cleaned water bowl with lots of cold water. We can’t wait to come back!Kate B.
Kate B.
July 2022
Karin’s yard is a little slice of heaven! We could have stayed all afternoon. The yard is beautiful and well kept and appreciated the freshly cleaned water bowl with lots of cold water. We can’t wait to come back!
Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael | Sniffspot
55Super clean, open, grassy area is small for a big dog. Setting is lovely. The Home is right there, but I don't think we disturbed the owner. Pool is ideally set up for teaching your dog to swim or just enjoying. Plenty of parking. Poo bin & water readily available. We were made very welcome. Penny L.
Penny L.
July 2022
Super clean, open, grassy area is small for a big dog. Setting is lovely. The Home is right there, but I don't think we disturbed the owner. Pool is ideally set up for teaching your dog to swim or just enjoying. Plenty of parking. Poo bin & water readily available. We were made very welcome.
Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael | Sniffspot
55Beautiful and peaceful gardens with lots of beautiful flowers. Enjoyed sitting in the meditation garden while my pup ran around the entire space, exploring. The space is very close to the house with all doors being included in the space, and I was a little bit worried somebody might come out (my dog can be protective/reactive) but nobody did and Sequoia had a wonderful time sniffing. The landscape is very varied which seemed to entertain her thoroughly. Beautiful views. Very nice stay! Rebecca M.
Rebecca M.
July 2022
Beautiful and peaceful gardens with lots of beautiful flowers. Enjoyed sitting in the meditation garden while my pup ran around the entire space, exploring. The space is very close to the house with all doors being included in the space, and I was a little bit worried somebody might come out (my dog can be protective/reactive) but nobody did and Sequoia had a wonderful time sniffing. The landscape is very varied which seemed to entertain her thoroughly. Beautiful views. Very nice stay!
Peaceful West Oakland Garden with Grass, Water, and Trees | Sniffspot
55Another fun day at Bo’s favorite spot! He’s passed out!Andrea B.
Andrea B.
September 2023
Another fun day at Bo’s favorite spot! He’s passed out!
How do El Sobrante's private small dog 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 El Sobrante small dog parks
Are small 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 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 place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars.
How can I find small dog parks in El Sobrante?
There are 92 small dog parks in the El Sobrante area. The most popular small dog park is . You can browse all of our small dog parks here.
How do I know if a small dog park works for my dog?
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 small dog park 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?
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 small dog parks cost?
Small dog parks in the El Sobrante area range from $4.0 and $4.0. The least expensive small dog park is 13 acre tranquil backyard. The most expensive small dog park is 13 acre tranquil backyard. 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 small dog park?
If you are planning an amazing small dog park 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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