55Absolutely amazing! All the reviews say the Wi-Fi is spotty but that starts like a few minutes past Old Town. So text the host to get the info before hand! I have T-Mobile and Wi-Fi was almost non-existent. Once that issue was resolved it was easy to locate, signage on property is small so stay vigilant, parking is next to the bridge. I got lost and hosts were very kind and helpful. Paths were clear and all dirt but some areas can be steep so wear appropriate shoes for the river hike. I booked 3 hours in the morning which is more than enough and temp was cool. Was able to explore everything then give my dogs a rest and do it all over again. If you go off path there are burs everywhere, had to check the pups feet frequently and after. River hike is a small area but we spent a lot of time there, lots of seating and shade. No bathrooms, water, or feces disposal! Heard chickens at beginning of hike, didn’t see any animals domestic or wildlife, very secluded. Ran into one person who was working but he was very respectful of space. Overall this spot is excellent! Danielle J.
Danielle J.
October 2022
Absolutely amazing! All the reviews say the Wi-Fi is spotty but that starts like a few minutes past Old Town. So text the host to get the info before hand! I have T-Mobile and Wi-Fi was almost non-existent. Once that issue was resolved it was easy to locate, signage on property is small so stay vigilant, parking is next to the bridge. I got lost and hosts were very kind and helpful. Paths were clear and all dirt but some areas can be steep so wear appropriate shoes for the river hike. I booked 3 hours in the morning which is more than enough and temp was cool. Was able to explore everything then give my dogs a rest and do it all over again. If you go off path there are burs everywhere, had to check the pups feet frequently and after. River hike is a small area but we spent a lot of time there, lots of seating and shade. No bathrooms, water, or feces disposal! Heard chickens at beginning of hike, didn’t see any animals domestic or wildlife, very secluded. Ran into one person who was working but he was very respectful of space. Overall this spot is excellent!
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55The hosts were super helpful and responsive and the space is beautiful. I was grateful for a place to relax with my dog without having to think about the bustle of a more urban area. A couple of tips below, but a lovely spot that we’ll return to ♥️
Be aware that front gate to the property does remain open during the visit, it seems, so I don’t think fully fenced is completely accurate. It wasn’t a big deal for us as the entrance is far enough away, but that might be helpful info for others.
Another thing that might be helpful for others to know is that the listing says wheelchair accessible but at least the stream hike is definitely not (there is a wide enough area, but the grade is too steep—especially if you’re using a wheelchair solo).
Also, head’s up—be careful about the poison oak near the stream/hammock (I’ll include two pictures). It’s normal to find this out in nature and nothing the hosts are doing wrong, but it may be helpful for others to know if you don’t know what it looks like :)Jessica S.
Jessica S.
October 2022
The hosts were super helpful and responsive and the space is beautiful. I was grateful for a place to relax with my dog without having to think about the bustle of a more urban area. A couple of tips below, but a lovely spot that we’ll return to ♥️
Be aware that front gate to the property does remain open during the visit, it seems, so I don’t think fully fenced is completely accurate. It wasn’t a big deal for us as the entrance is far enough away, but that might be helpful info for others.
Another thing that might be helpful for others to know is that the listing says wheelchair accessible but at least the stream hike is definitely not (there is a wide enough area, but the grade is too steep—especially if you’re using a wheelchair solo).
Also, head’s up—be careful about the poison oak near the stream/hammock (I’ll include two pictures). It’s normal to find this out in nature and nothing the hosts are doing wrong, but it may be helpful for others to know if you don’t know what it looks like :)
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55My pups had an amazing time exploring the avocado farm and playing in the stream. David and Alma were very friendly and provided thorough information to navigate the area. The lemonade was such a nice refreshment that I’d highly recommend. Valerie C.
Valerie C.
October 2022
My pups had an amazing time exploring the avocado farm and playing in the stream. David and Alma were very friendly and provided thorough information to navigate the area. The lemonade was such a nice refreshment that I’d highly recommend.
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55David and Alma are so accommodating, thoughtful, and kind. We arrived a bit early and Alma met us at the entrance to their property. She and David took us to the stream area on their rugged four-wheel vehicle while explaining some of the history of their property. Adventure! Wonderful views all around on the drive to the stream, which was only a few minutes away.
When we arrived at the stream, it was such a peaceful, lovely spot of nature!! Just BEAUTIFUL.
Our Bailey was in doggie heaven as she pranced up and down the clear, clean stream and ran around the land around it. We absolutely LOVED IT.
They had a large hammock, Adirondack chairs, a picnic table, and a super cool swing that hung above the stream! My daughter got on and lay down looking up at the sky above saying how nice and relaxed she felt.
When it was time to go (Alma allowed us extra time since we were the last visitors of the day), David picked us up and drove us back to our vehicle while giving us a bit more history of the property and surrounding land.
No words to express our gratitude to Alma and David for their generosity in sharing this secluded piece of paradise with us. We made sure to bring doggie poop bags, water/bowl, balls, and treats and to leave the area as PRISTINE as when we arrived.
We were sent off with a GORGEOUS mason jar of fresh, sweet organic dragonfruit lemonade (from their lemon trees), beautifully adorned with fresh sprigs of mint!!
We will definitely be back as we all needed this day away in nature and freedom for Bailey to just be her awesome canine self.
THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH, ALMA & DAVID!!! Cannot wait to visit again. I hope you felt our gratitude and appreciation. Mimi S.
Mimi S.
October 2022
David and Alma are so accommodating, thoughtful, and kind. We arrived a bit early and Alma met us at the entrance to their property. She and David took us to the stream area on their rugged four-wheel vehicle while explaining some of the history of their property. Adventure! Wonderful views all around on the drive to the stream, which was only a few minutes away.
When we arrived at the stream, it was such a peaceful, lovely spot of nature!! Just BEAUTIFUL.
Our Bailey was in doggie heaven as she pranced up and down the clear, clean stream and ran around the land around it. We absolutely LOVED IT.
They had a large hammock, Adirondack chairs, a picnic table, and a super cool swing that hung above the stream! My daughter got on and lay down looking up at the sky above saying how nice and relaxed she felt.
When it was time to go (Alma allowed us extra time since we were the last visitors of the day), David picked us up and drove us back to our vehicle while giving us a bit more history of the property and surrounding land.
No words to express our gratitude to Alma and David for their generosity in sharing this secluded piece of paradise with us. We made sure to bring doggie poop bags, water/bowl, balls, and treats and to leave the area as PRISTINE as when we arrived.
We were sent off with a GORGEOUS mason jar of fresh, sweet organic dragonfruit lemonade (from their lemon trees), beautifully adorned with fresh sprigs of mint!!
We will definitely be back as we all needed this day away in nature and freedom for Bailey to just be her awesome canine self.
THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH, ALMA & DAVID!!! Cannot wait to visit again. I hope you felt our gratitude and appreciation.
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55Well everything went smooth until we hit the 15 FRWY I did not alot for time in this crazy CA traffic so had to turn around (we were coming from Garden Grove) Alma and David were so nice about it you have to give them 5 Stars.....Next time we will give it some more time.....Dave R.
Dave R.
September 2022
Well everything went smooth until we hit the 15 FRWY I did not alot for time in this crazy CA traffic so had to turn around (we were coming from Garden Grove) Alma and David were so nice about it you have to give them 5 Stars.....Next time we will give it some more time.....
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55We didn't visit because we didn't have a phone signal and the GPS directions were not good. The host said they didn't have our phone number to text us a map. It's too far for us to go again even though they offered us a free visit. Barbara S.
Barbara S.
September 2022
We didn't visit because we didn't have a phone signal and the GPS directions were not good. The host said they didn't have our phone number to text us a map. It's too far for us to go again even though they offered us a free visit.
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55My third time here, Alma is so kind and helpful (somehow I got lost getting there this time), and it was a safe and enjoyable time for my dogs. Love this spot and will definitely come back! Thank you, alma!! Tara n.
Tara n.
September 2022
My third time here, Alma is so kind and helpful (somehow I got lost getting there this time), and it was a safe and enjoyable time for my dogs. Love this spot and will definitely come back! Thank you, alma!!
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55We had a great time at the ranch! It was so quiet and nice to get away from all the noise. We checked out the creek, which was a nice spot to chill on a warm morning. A long line is a must if you're not confident that your dog won't try to run into the brush. We did let Wiggles off leash at the creek, because it was pretty easy to keep him in one place in that area. The trails are marked so well and easy to navigate, even though we got lost when we were leaving and ended up on a higher part of the driveway than where we parked (woops!). Pro tip: if your dog tries to go one way on the way back and doesn't want to turn, chances are they know the way and you don't! Ha. We ended up at a dead end at one point on the way back and when we got back to the fork we realized that Wiggles was trying to tell us the way to go. It was a great trip, although toasty. Highly recommend!!Olivia P.
Olivia P.
September 2022
We had a great time at the ranch! It was so quiet and nice to get away from all the noise. We checked out the creek, which was a nice spot to chill on a warm morning. A long line is a must if you're not confident that your dog won't try to run into the brush. We did let Wiggles off leash at the creek, because it was pretty easy to keep him in one place in that area. The trails are marked so well and easy to navigate, even though we got lost when we were leaving and ended up on a higher part of the driveway than where we parked (woops!). Pro tip: if your dog tries to go one way on the way back and doesn't want to turn, chances are they know the way and you don't! Ha. We ended up at a dead end at one point on the way back and when we got back to the fork we realized that Wiggles was trying to tell us the way to go. It was a great trip, although toasty. Highly recommend!!
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55This was everything could have hoped for! Our dog, Brienne, is reactive to strangers, so it was nice to be able to rent out a big area for her to run around in without worrying about running into other people. The stream was lovely. Brienne jumped in immediately and stayed there nearly the whole time. Beautiful weather, too. We rented the 9am-11am slot at the end of a September heat wave. It was a nice 70 degrees.
We will definitively do this again!Bridgette B.
Bridgette B.
September 2022
This was everything could have hoped for! Our dog, Brienne, is reactive to strangers, so it was nice to be able to rent out a big area for her to run around in without worrying about running into other people. The stream was lovely. Brienne jumped in immediately and stayed there nearly the whole time. Beautiful weather, too. We rented the 9am-11am slot at the end of a September heat wave. It was a nice 70 degrees.
We will definitively do this again!
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55My dogs had a blast just being dogs without me worrying about other dogs or people being around. 2hrs was the perfect amount of time to book. The creek add-on is a must, bring a beverage to enjoy at the stream but food attracted some wasps. Alma sent very thorough directions to reach the farm itself and then the creek, we didn’t get lost at all. You’ll want to follow your gps up to the conservancy on your right and then Alma’s directions the rest of the way up. I’m only sad I’m not local and can’t come to this SniffSpot regularly! Thank you for sharing your property with dog owners (especially reactive dog owners) everywhere. Cecilia Y.
Cecilia Y.
September 2022
My dogs had a blast just being dogs without me worrying about other dogs or people being around. 2hrs was the perfect amount of time to book. The creek add-on is a must, bring a beverage to enjoy at the stream but food attracted some wasps. Alma sent very thorough directions to reach the farm itself and then the creek, we didn’t get lost at all. You’ll want to follow your gps up to the conservancy on your right and then Alma’s directions the rest of the way up. I’m only sad I’m not local and can’t come to this SniffSpot regularly! Thank you for sharing your property with dog owners (especially reactive dog owners) everywhere.
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55What a beautiful, peaceful spot! Our dogs and us LOVED hanging out by the stream on a hot day and we had so much fun. The host was extremely friendly and really great about communicating before and during our visit. When I didn’t have enough reception to load the stream directions, she met us to show us the way. We’ll be back!!!!Elise R.
Elise R.
September 2022
What a beautiful, peaceful spot! Our dogs and us LOVED hanging out by the stream on a hot day and we had so much fun. The host was extremely friendly and really great about communicating before and during our visit. When I didn’t have enough reception to load the stream directions, she met us to show us the way. We’ll be back!!!!
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55This was an amazing experience! My son and his pup had a blast, definitely worth the creek hike. It was a bit of a hike but we’ll worth it! We will be looking to make another trip out there with some cousin pups asap!Andrea C.
Andrea C.
September 2022
This was an amazing experience! My son and his pup had a blast, definitely worth the creek hike. It was a bit of a hike but we’ll worth it! We will be looking to make another trip out there with some cousin pups asap!
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55Alma and David are free enjoy and extremely helpful with the whole process. My dogs had the time of their lives running they the trails off leashes. They were more than thrilled to find the cold water to splash in to cool down after all the running. I would highly recommend this sniff spot for adventures of your fur babies. I have a leash reactive German Shepherd so walks usually are stressful. Here she could be a dog without fear of ruining into others. We will be back again on a cooler day. Jaclyn S.
Jaclyn S.
September 2022
Alma and David are free enjoy and extremely helpful with the whole process. My dogs had the time of their lives running they the trails off leashes. They were more than thrilled to find the cold water to splash in to cool down after all the running. I would highly recommend this sniff spot for adventures of your fur babies. I have a leash reactive German Shepherd so walks usually are stressful. Here she could be a dog without fear of ruining into others. We will be back again on a cooler day.
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55Amazing!!!! Thank you! This is our second time back. Stanley works so hard to take in his world and gain confidence. Watching him explore and have complete freedom in a safe space off leash like this is absolutely remarkable. I can’t believe the difference between now and then. We’ll be back soon! Julie H.
Julie H.
October 2022
Amazing!!!! Thank you! This is our second time back. Stanley works so hard to take in his world and gain confidence. Watching him explore and have complete freedom in a safe space off leash like this is absolutely remarkable. I can’t believe the difference between now and then. We’ll be back soon!
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55My mom, dog, and I had a wonderful time! Thank you to the wonderful hosts who greeted us there when we got lost. We definitely want to return soon!Emily N.
Emily N.
October 2022
My mom, dog, and I had a wonderful time! Thank you to the wonderful hosts who greeted us there when we got lost. We definitely want to return soon!
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55This was an epic adventure for the dogs and my family. I kept hearing my little one say, “This is SO FUN!” Watching our dogs be dogs also made our hearts smile 😊 We booked 3 hours- the time flew by so fast. We added the Sandie Creek hike and the fresh squeezed-lemonade. Both are a must.
Here are a few tips to consider during your visit:
1. If your dog has hair (we have a mini schnauzer) the coat will get burrs. Lots of them. The burrs will attach firmly to the coat - right against the dogs’ skin. Because it gets twisted and tangled so close to the skin, cutting the burrs off was not an option. We untangled the hair a little at a time until the burr was freed. The burrs are sharp so be careful.
2. The hike back up Sandie Creek Trail is steep. Wear good shoes and take your time.
3. Bring water and snacks. I can’t believe we left our snacks. We got hungry!
4. The reception is sketchy in some areas. Follow the hosts directions and ask for them before there is no reception. We have AT&T and we had no reception at the entrance gate and at Sandie Creek.
I hope that helps!
If your family likes the outdoors, hiking, and adventure, this is the perfect spot. We hope to be back soon!! Caroline L.
Caroline L.
October 2022
This was an epic adventure for the dogs and my family. I kept hearing my little one say, “This is SO FUN!” Watching our dogs be dogs also made our hearts smile 😊 We booked 3 hours- the time flew by so fast. We added the Sandie Creek hike and the fresh squeezed-lemonade. Both are a must.
Here are a few tips to consider during your visit:
1. If your dog has hair (we have a mini schnauzer) the coat will get burrs. Lots of them. The burrs will attach firmly to the coat - right against the dogs’ skin. Because it gets twisted and tangled so close to the skin, cutting the burrs off was not an option. We untangled the hair a little at a time until the burr was freed. The burrs are sharp so be careful.
2. The hike back up Sandie Creek Trail is steep. Wear good shoes and take your time.
3. Bring water and snacks. I can’t believe we left our snacks. We got hungry!
4. The reception is sketchy in some areas. Follow the hosts directions and ask for them before there is no reception. We have AT&T and we had no reception at the entrance gate and at Sandie Creek.
I hope that helps!
If your family likes the outdoors, hiking, and adventure, this is the perfect spot. We hope to be back soon!!
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55What an amazing place!!!! Beautiful, tranquil, safe for my Pup! She just had the greatest time and I had a great workout :)! Thank you so much for opening your land to us, it really does mean the world to let the Bowie just be FREE!!! Aislyn W.
Aislyn W.
October 2022
What an amazing place!!!! Beautiful, tranquil, safe for my Pup! She just had the greatest time and I had a great workout :)! Thank you so much for opening your land to us, it really does mean the world to let the Bowie just be FREE!!!
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55Amazing find! This was worth the hour and a half drive to let our wildling run free. My husband, pup and I definitely recommend spending a few hours here and adding the creek hike and fresh lemonade! We definitely plan to visit again soon! Thank you for opening your property to us and to spend time in nature and let our pup run wild!Emily W.
Emily W.
October 2022
Amazing find! This was worth the hour and a half drive to let our wildling run free. My husband, pup and I definitely recommend spending a few hours here and adding the creek hike and fresh lemonade! We definitely plan to visit again soon! Thank you for opening your property to us and to spend time in nature and let our pup run wild!
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55We had our 2nd visit to Choice Avocados and we couldn’t be happier! This is a great spot for pups to run and explore comfortably. We love splashing around the stream hike! We’ve allotted 2 hours for the whole excursion to spend some time playing and move leisurely. Highly recommend!Jasmine R.
Jasmine R.
October 2022
We had our 2nd visit to Choice Avocados and we couldn’t be happier! This is a great spot for pups to run and explore comfortably. We love splashing around the stream hike! We’ve allotted 2 hours for the whole excursion to spend some time playing and move leisurely. Highly recommend!
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55We found the perfect Sniffspot!!! Could not be happier. Friendly hosts, beautiful ranch. Perfect place for our reactive dog to run free and play, without the risk of encountering other dogs. She LOVED it. Highly recommend the creek, which has a nice area for humans to relax too. We'll be back soon, and often!Billy R.
Billy R.
October 2022
We found the perfect Sniffspot!!! Could not be happier. Friendly hosts, beautiful ranch. Perfect place for our reactive dog to run free and play, without the risk of encountering other dogs. She LOVED it. Highly recommend the creek, which has a nice area for humans to relax too. We'll be back soon, and often!
How do Lake Elsinore'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
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FAQ about our Lake Elsinore 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 can I find dog hiking trails in Lake Elsinore?
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 Lake Elsinore area range from $9.0 and $9.0. The least expensive dog hiking trail is Beautiful dog loving yard in Seattle. The most expensive dog hiking trail is Beautiful dog loving yard in Seattle. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
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