55Fabulous space to throw the ball around for my Aussie! He loved the shade cover in the corner for resting between throws and I took advantage of the chairs to sit and relax. Beautiful surroundings and so easy to find. Highly recommend! We will return. Cassie R.
Cassie R.
April 2025
Fabulous space to throw the ball around for my Aussie! He loved the shade cover in the corner for resting between throws and I took advantage of the chairs to sit and relax. Beautiful surroundings and so easy to find. Highly recommend! We will return.
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55We had another lovely and peaceful trip to Suzie’s spot today. My girl is healing from surgery so she relaxed while her brother got his wiggles out and it was exactly what we all needed. Thank you for making our day! Kimberly D.
Kimberly D.
April 2025
We had another lovely and peaceful trip to Suzie’s spot today. My girl is healing from surgery so she relaxed while her brother got his wiggles out and it was exactly what we all needed. Thank you for making our day!
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55This was a great set up for letting our large rescue dog get some exercise and practice recall while we get to know each other. We got lucky and had sheep to watch as well as a cool ocean breeze. We will bring more water next so we can stay longer. Lorien L.
Lorien L.
March 2025
This was a great set up for letting our large rescue dog get some exercise and practice recall while we get to know each other. We got lucky and had sheep to watch as well as a cool ocean breeze. We will bring more water next so we can stay longer.
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55We had a lovely time visiting again. I had a reactive dog with me and she got to run and play and lay in the sun without having to worry one little bit about anything but having fun. She especially liked playing in the little shaded area, showing me her toy and then hiding behind the shade. What a wonderful thing for her to be able to let her guard down and just be a dog for an hour. Thank you for a perfect visit! Kimberly D.
Kimberly D.
January 2025
We had a lovely time visiting again. I had a reactive dog with me and she got to run and play and lay in the sun without having to worry one little bit about anything but having fun. She especially liked playing in the little shaded area, showing me her toy and then hiding behind the shade. What a wonderful thing for her to be able to let her guard down and just be a dog for an hour. Thank you for a perfect visit!
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55Nothing but good experiences so far with this spot! Tall and secure fencing - ocean views. There were some horses that are visible in the other yards on the property at a distance. My reactive dog noticed them but they were far enough away and were not an issue. The owner is very responsive via chat. We will definitely be regulars here! Emily H.
Emily H.
January 2025
Nothing but good experiences so far with this spot! Tall and secure fencing - ocean views. There were some horses that are visible in the other yards on the property at a distance. My reactive dog noticed them but they were far enough away and were not an issue. The owner is very responsive via chat. We will definitely be regulars here!
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55Great place to let dogs romp around or set up some agility obstacles! Horses came over to say hello from the arena next to the Sniffspot, and my dogs were curious since they haven’t been near horses before. Next time I’ll likely book earlier in the morning or later in the evening since there’s not much shade and it does get warm. The host was welcoming and messaged me beforehand, spot was easy to find, and we had a lovely time. Very peaceful, quiet spot with an ocean view!Hilary P.
Hilary P.
January 2025
Great place to let dogs romp around or set up some agility obstacles! Horses came over to say hello from the arena next to the Sniffspot, and my dogs were curious since they haven’t been near horses before. Next time I’ll likely book earlier in the morning or later in the evening since there’s not much shade and it does get warm. The host was welcoming and messaged me beforehand, spot was easy to find, and we had a lovely time. Very peaceful, quiet spot with an ocean view!
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55This was such a great spot for our young border collie to have a chance to run! Our first time using Sniffspot and we will definitely make this a part of our regular routine. The location was easy to find, clean, and very secure. The host was so welcoming on our first visit. Highly recommend!Marcy D.
Marcy D.
December 2024
This was such a great spot for our young border collie to have a chance to run! Our first time using Sniffspot and we will definitely make this a part of our regular routine. The location was easy to find, clean, and very secure. The host was so welcoming on our first visit. Highly recommend!
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55This is such a lovely spot! Susie greeted us and showed us around. The area was completely fenced in and well maintained! Zeke had such a great time running around.Sara L.
Sara L.
October 2024
This is such a lovely spot! Susie greeted us and showed us around. The area was completely fenced in and well maintained! Zeke had such a great time running around.
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55Susie and her husband Mark are so sweet and welcoming. The space is large and there was an old horse toy in there that my dog just loved! 10/10 would recommend!Tess W.
Tess W.
September 2024
Susie and her husband Mark are so sweet and welcoming. The space is large and there was an old horse toy in there that my dog just loved! 10/10 would recommend!
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55In Santa Barbara for a dog show. Susie was very accommodating and this is a great spot for the dogs to stretch their legs and for me to watch the oceanSherrie T.
Sherrie T.
August 2024
In Santa Barbara for a dog show. Susie was very accommodating and this is a great spot for the dogs to stretch their legs and for me to watch the ocean
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55What a gorgeous location to let my dogs run freely! Spectacular views. Easy access & parking. Very clean. No foxtails. Fencing is very secure for any size dog. Debra C.
Debra C.
August 2024
What a gorgeous location to let my dogs run freely! Spectacular views. Easy access & parking. Very clean. No foxtails. Fencing is very secure for any size dog.
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55Easy to find and access the site. The host is very responsive, as we arrived a little earlier than expected for the reservation and asked if we could start our hour early since no one else was there. The large open, flat area was perfect to let our dogs run. They especially enjoyed seeing the sheep in the pen next door and running the fence line with the herding dog there. Bonus for us was the view of the ocean and cool breeze. Will be back!Candace K.
Candace K.
August 2024
Easy to find and access the site. The host is very responsive, as we arrived a little earlier than expected for the reservation and asked if we could start our hour early since no one else was there. The large open, flat area was perfect to let our dogs run. They especially enjoyed seeing the sheep in the pen next door and running the fence line with the herding dog there. Bonus for us was the view of the ocean and cool breeze. Will be back!
"Sams Doggie Dude Ranch" Private Park In Goleta | Sniffspot
55We had a lot of fun here. One of my dogs loves to slide when he is playing fetch so the loose dirt was perfect for that. Both dogs loved sniffing around and the lower energy one had a nice nap in the soft warm dirt.
They also liked watching the horses which were far enough away to be interesting but not scary. Kimberly D.
Kimberly D.
June 2024
We had a lot of fun here. One of my dogs loves to slide when he is playing fetch so the loose dirt was perfect for that. Both dogs loved sniffing around and the lower energy one had a nice nap in the soft warm dirt.
They also liked watching the horses which were far enough away to be interesting but not scary.
How do Goleta'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 Goleta 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. 65% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Goleta 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 31 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 60 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 Goleta?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Goleta is Douglas Family Preserve. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Goleta have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 31 fully fenced dog parks in or near Goleta. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Goleta?
The Goleta area has 2 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 Rice Ranch Open Space.
