55The space was as described -clean, safe, room to roam and play fetch for a small or medium sized dog (my dog is still learning the rules of fetch, lol), and a good area to practice recall while off leash. I'm new to sniff spot and it felt a little weird to just walk into someone's backyard but it was a good first experience and we'll come back here again.Danna B.
Danna B.
June 2021
The space was as described -clean, safe, room to roam and play fetch for a small or medium sized dog (my dog is still learning the rules of fetch, lol), and a good area to practice recall while off leash. I'm new to sniff spot and it felt a little weird to just walk into someone's backyard but it was a good first experience and we'll come back here again.
Oakland backyard for your doggy to run! | Sniffspot
55Clean area with enough space for one or two dogs to run freely. Nice sitting area for the dog-owners. The host kindly brought ice for the water bowl on a warm day. Highly recommended!Jessica L.
Jessica L.
June 2021
Clean area with enough space for one or two dogs to run freely. Nice sitting area for the dog-owners. The host kindly brought ice for the water bowl on a warm day. Highly recommended!
Oakland backyard for your doggy to run! | Sniffspot
55such a great spot! My puppy could freely ans safetly run! There was water and toys availabke too! Very grateful for this space and will definitely book again!Joi W.
Joi W.
July 2021
such a great spot! My puppy could freely ans safetly run! There was water and toys availabke too! Very grateful for this space and will definitely book again!
Oakland backyard for your doggy to run! | Sniffspot
55Robyn was a great communicator and gave our pup a great backyard to run around in! Plenty of water and a great selection of toys. Would definitely recommend it!Adam S.
Adam S.
July 2021
Robyn was a great communicator and gave our pup a great backyard to run around in! Plenty of water and a great selection of toys. Would definitely recommend it!
55Beautiful big backyard. Lots of shade the dogs love to come. They played till their tongues are hanging on the ground. This is our favorite Sniff Spot. No stickers no weeds just pretty grass in big shade treesChristina L.
Christina L.
June 2020
Beautiful big backyard. Lots of shade the dogs love to come. They played till their tongues are hanging on the ground. This is our favorite Sniff Spot. No stickers no weeds just pretty grass in big shade trees
55The yard was amazing and our dog Sadie had a wonderful time. The yard was well maintained and beautiful. Lots of space for Sadie to run around and play fetch. Will definitely be back!!Dana L.
Dana L.
June 2020
The yard was amazing and our dog Sadie had a wonderful time. The yard was well maintained and beautiful. Lots of space for Sadie to run around and play fetch. Will definitely be back!!
Oakland backyard for your doggy to run! | Sniffspot
55We really liked the yard and our dog enjoyed it very much. The yard was safe and secure and parking was easy. The kitties watched us from the windows high above us, but our dog didn’t notice them.Marta F.
Marta F.
October 2020
We really liked the yard and our dog enjoyed it very much. The yard was safe and secure and parking was easy. The kitties watched us from the windows high above us, but our dog didn’t notice them.
55What a great experience! The backyard is spacious and beautiful. Cowboy enjoyed himself SO MUCH. We booked an hour and had time to explore, play fetch, and romp around in the sunshine. Cowboy is dog reactive and even though he is great on leash, I love being able to give him this new experience to smell new smells and freely walk around without worry. He did fall in the pool (literally the second I looked the other way) but he got out quickly before I could even intervene. I will book again. Thank you Stephanie! Briana V.
Briana V.
February 2020
What a great experience! The backyard is spacious and beautiful. Cowboy enjoyed himself SO MUCH. We booked an hour and had time to explore, play fetch, and romp around in the sunshine. Cowboy is dog reactive and even though he is great on leash, I love being able to give him this new experience to smell new smells and freely walk around without worry. He did fall in the pool (literally the second I looked the other way) but he got out quickly before I could even intervene. I will book again. Thank you Stephanie!
55After searching many months for a safe off-leash play area, we spent part of a summer morning in this lovely backyard, with a perfect balance of sun and shade, and beautiful mature landscaping. Our dog chased balls, zoomed around, practiced recalls, and rolled joyfully in the cool grass, with not a single foxtail anywhere and no redwood droppings to tangle his long coat. We would very much like to return sometime soonChristine K.
Christine K.
July 2019
After searching many months for a safe off-leash play area, we spent part of a summer morning in this lovely backyard, with a perfect balance of sun and shade, and beautiful mature landscaping. Our dog chased balls, zoomed around, practiced recalls, and rolled joyfully in the cool grass, with not a single foxtail anywhere and no redwood droppings to tangle his long coat. We would very much like to return sometime soon
55Thank you! Finally a safe and peaceful place to bring my reactive dog! It was perfect! Thank you so much for providing a much needed and appreciated service at a reasonable price. I hope to return very soon! Bring a water bowl so your pup doesn’t try to drink from the pool! Oso and I are so happy today!Cecelia B.
Cecelia B.
April 2020
Thank you! Finally a safe and peaceful place to bring my reactive dog! It was perfect! Thank you so much for providing a much needed and appreciated service at a reasonable price. I hope to return very soon! Bring a water bowl so your pup doesn’t try to drink from the pool! Oso and I are so happy today!
55This is a lovely spot for both you and your dog. My dog loved rolling on the grass, chasing me around and just chilling in the sun. There's also shade if you or your dog get too hot. We will definitely be returning. Thank you host for sharing your beautiful yard.Annie A.
Annie A.
April 2020
This is a lovely spot for both you and your dog. My dog loved rolling on the grass, chasing me around and just chilling in the sun. There's also shade if you or your dog get too hot. We will definitely be returning. Thank you host for sharing your beautiful yard.
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
Become a Sniffpass holder!
Get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits! Learn more!
FAQ about our Hickman 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. 97% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Hickman 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 80 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 7 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.
Sniffspot has 80 fully fenced dog parks in or near Hickman. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Hickman?
The Hickman area has 80 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 Sally's Private Dog Park In Hickman.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Hickman?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Hickman. The most popular agility option is Sally's Private Dog Park In Hickman.
Where in Hickman can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Hickman?
There are 80 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Hickman where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Sally's Private Dog Park In Hickman.