55This spot was great! It was our first time visiting a sniffspot, and their first time hosting. My dog is leash-reactive and generally an anxious boy, so it was so nice to get away from the city and be able to let him off leash without have to drive 45+ minutes from San Diego. We took a 25ft training lead for backup and first walked him around the area on leash so we could check it out and see if there were sreas to avoid. We then let him off and watched him explore! There was so much space for my little guy to run around, and it was so quiet compared to what we're used to. We heard people and caught a glimpse of a neighbor's dog, but Wiggles was occupied sniffing around (and rolling in the dirt lol) so he didnt mind. We could hear birds chirping and there was a beautiful view for the humans. We'll definitely be back!Olivia P.
Olivia P.
April 2021
This spot was great! It was our first time visiting a sniffspot, and their first time hosting. My dog is leash-reactive and generally an anxious boy, so it was so nice to get away from the city and be able to let him off leash without have to drive 45+ minutes from San Diego. We took a 25ft training lead for backup and first walked him around the area on leash so we could check it out and see if there were sreas to avoid. We then let him off and watched him explore! There was so much space for my little guy to run around, and it was so quiet compared to what we're used to. We heard people and caught a glimpse of a neighbor's dog, but Wiggles was occupied sniffing around (and rolling in the dirt lol) so he didnt mind. We could hear birds chirping and there was a beautiful view for the humans. We'll definitely be back!
Serene one acre of fenced hillside with mountain views. | Sniffspot
55First time user of Sniffspot. Good directions, easy to find. The property is as advertised. On the day we were there it was quiet. Plenty of space for my dog to explore and toss the ball. A great experience.Kari L.
Kari L.
April 2021
First time user of Sniffspot. Good directions, easy to find. The property is as advertised. On the day we were there it was quiet. Plenty of space for my dog to explore and toss the ball. A great experience.
Ali's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Lakeside | Sniffspot
55While the steep incline made it a bit tricky to interact much with our pups, they loved it since their favorite thing to do is leap up and down hills!
Finding it is a bit tricky (bc the neighbors have orange cones too) but the host met us out front to guide us in.Jo D.
Jo D.
December 2024
While the steep incline made it a bit tricky to interact much with our pups, they loved it since their favorite thing to do is leap up and down hills!
Finding it is a bit tricky (bc the neighbors have orange cones too) but the host met us out front to guide us in.
In the woods Private Dog Park In La Mesa | Sniffspot
55WAY exceeded our expectations! She was very polite and totally offered to give us lots of space and privacy, but also offered to let her dog out to play with ours- they had a BLAST! She seems like a very competent trainer. Our dog is leaving pooped and happy! Will definitely be returning on a regular basis.Tali N.
Tali N.
March 2021
WAY exceeded our expectations! She was very polite and totally offered to give us lots of space and privacy, but also offered to let her dog out to play with ours- they had a BLAST! She seems like a very competent trainer. Our dog is leaving pooped and happy! Will definitely be returning on a regular basis.
Beautiful 1/3 Acre Fully-Fenced Fruit-Filled Yard For Dogs To Rent In La Mesa | Sniffspot
55MY VERY FIRST VISIT FROM SNIFFSPOT:
BEAUTIFUL BACKYARD!!!
This spot was fenced all around, pretty secure and had lots for my dog to enjoy. My Rottweiler was smelling all trees/bushes/plants and running on the rocks/wood chips/stairs. There was also a clean bowl of water for her! She loved this spot and I would definitely come back :)Angie H.
Angie H.
April 2024
MY VERY FIRST VISIT FROM SNIFFSPOT:
BEAUTIFUL BACKYARD!!!
This spot was fenced all around, pretty secure and had lots for my dog to enjoy. My Rottweiler was smelling all trees/bushes/plants and running on the rocks/wood chips/stairs. There was also a clean bowl of water for her! She loved this spot and I would definitely come back :)
Beautiful 1/3 Acre Fully-Fenced Fruit-Filled Yard For Dogs To Rent In La Mesa | Sniffspot
55My fur kids loved exploring this Sniffspot! Lots of different levels to explore, flora to sniff, and the instructions for me were clear and concise!Kelly C.
Kelly C.
April 2024
My fur kids loved exploring this Sniffspot! Lots of different levels to explore, flora to sniff, and the instructions for me were clear and concise!
Beautiful 1/3 Acre Fully-Fenced Fruit-Filled Yard For Dogs To Rent In La Mesa | Sniffspot
55This spot is absolutely beautiful. We brought our husky and Boston terrier and they loved it! They provide water for the humans and the dogs. This was our first sniff spot experience and it definitely set the bar high, we will definitely be back again!Sabrina B.
Sabrina B.
April 2024
This spot is absolutely beautiful. We brought our husky and Boston terrier and they loved it! They provide water for the humans and the dogs. This was our first sniff spot experience and it definitely set the bar high, we will definitely be back again!
Beautiful 1/3 Acre Fully-Fenced Fruit-Filled Yard For Dogs To Rent In La Mesa | Sniffspot
55We were pleasantly surprised to see all the little extras that Jessica and Eric set out for us. There were two bottles of water on the table, tons of balls for the dogs, and she even supplied us with a fruit picker to freely pick fruit off of the trees! The place was clean, safe, and very pretty. There were so many little corners and areas for my dog to sniff!
We were a little worried that the entire driveway was not fenced off, as we are used to being completely enclosed upon driving in to Sniffspots, but there is a solid white retainer wall that blocks view of other dogs/people very well. Plus they live on a cul-de-sac, so slim chance of seeing anyone around. We did not encounter anyone the entire time.
We loved it there, it was fun and relaxing and we will definitely be back!Connie S.
Connie S.
May 2024
We were pleasantly surprised to see all the little extras that Jessica and Eric set out for us. There were two bottles of water on the table, tons of balls for the dogs, and she even supplied us with a fruit picker to freely pick fruit off of the trees! The place was clean, safe, and very pretty. There were so many little corners and areas for my dog to sniff!
We were a little worried that the entire driveway was not fenced off, as we are used to being completely enclosed upon driving in to Sniffspots, but there is a solid white retainer wall that blocks view of other dogs/people very well. Plus they live on a cul-de-sac, so slim chance of seeing anyone around. We did not encounter anyone the entire time.
We loved it there, it was fun and relaxing and we will definitely be back!
Beautiful 1/3 Acre Fully-Fenced Fruit-Filled Yard For Dogs To Rent In La Mesa | Sniffspot
55Our dog reactive pup had a fabulous time and never heard or saw another dog. He loved all the pathways and like any working breed, took his “job” of looking out for lizards seriously! We will definitely come back. Comfortable sitting area for the humans and a mix of sun and shade. Shelly A.
Shelly A.
May 2024
Our dog reactive pup had a fabulous time and never heard or saw another dog. He loved all the pathways and like any working breed, took his “job” of looking out for lizards seriously! We will definitely come back. Comfortable sitting area for the humans and a mix of sun and shade.
Beautiful 1/3 Acre Fully-Fenced Fruit-Filled Yard For Dogs To Rent In La Mesa | Sniffspot
55This is a nice clean space! All the different terraces gave my dogs some good exercise while they ran around and went up and down on inclines and declines.Desiree T.
Desiree T.
May 2024
This is a nice clean space! All the different terraces gave my dogs some good exercise while they ran around and went up and down on inclines and declines.
Sarah's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In La Mesa | Sniffspot
55Sarah was very responsive to my message asking about other dogs on the property since my guy is reactive. She keeps her dogs indoors and not near the yard when there are visitors which is great.
I was not sure if there would be enough room for fetch because of the pool, but there was plenty of room and my guy tired himself out quickly! There are also some stairs leading down to the pool and astroturf which my dog enjoyed racing up and down. The fencing seemed to be secure and in most places is very high.
If your dog is reactive to cats you might want to reach out to the owner because the cats like to sit near the window/ sliding door and it appears there is a cat door and wire enclosure. Fortunately for us, its mostly dogs my guy has reactivity with but he is very nosey and was super curious about the cats he could see in the sliding glass door!
There is plenty of street parking, the house is easy to find and it was great having a side gate entrance. Shelly A.
Shelly A.
October 2022
Sarah was very responsive to my message asking about other dogs on the property since my guy is reactive. She keeps her dogs indoors and not near the yard when there are visitors which is great.
I was not sure if there would be enough room for fetch because of the pool, but there was plenty of room and my guy tired himself out quickly! There are also some stairs leading down to the pool and astroturf which my dog enjoyed racing up and down. The fencing seemed to be secure and in most places is very high.
If your dog is reactive to cats you might want to reach out to the owner because the cats like to sit near the window/ sliding door and it appears there is a cat door and wire enclosure. Fortunately for us, its mostly dogs my guy has reactivity with but he is very nosey and was super curious about the cats he could see in the sliding glass door!
There is plenty of street parking, the house is easy to find and it was great having a side gate entrance.
Honey Bunny Land - Fully Fenced 0.5 acres in La Mesa | Sniffspot
55My 2 pups had a blast at Honey Bunny sniffspot. Huge, clean, and so much to explore. They were pooped before our time was even up!
There was water and toys for our pups to play with and chairs for the hoomans 😊
Thank you Rachel and family for opening your sniffspot to us and other pup families ❤️ Crystal M.
Crystal M.
July 2024
My 2 pups had a blast at Honey Bunny sniffspot. Huge, clean, and so much to explore. They were pooped before our time was even up!
There was water and toys for our pups to play with and chairs for the hoomans 😊
Thank you Rachel and family for opening your sniffspot to us and other pup families ❤️
Honey Bunny Land - Fully Fenced 0.5 acres in La Mesa | Sniffspot
55This was a great spot. Lots of room to roam around and sniff. My more active dog walked up and down the hills and enjoyed every inch of the backyard. We will gladly return. Lindsey F.
Lindsey F.
July 2024
This was a great spot. Lots of room to roam around and sniff. My more active dog walked up and down the hills and enjoyed every inch of the backyard. We will gladly return.
How do Lakeside'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
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 Lakeside 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. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Lakeside 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 161 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 16 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 161 fully fenced dog parks in or near Lakeside. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Lakeside?
The Lakeside area has 161 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 Ali's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Lakeside.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Lakeside?