55Grace was an amazing the host! The dogs absolutely loved the creek. That was their favorite part! I took the whole family and everybody had a great time. Grace even left little treats after our hike. Such a cute gesture. Thanks for the opportunity to visit. Lindsey K.
Lindsey K.
June 2022
Grace was an amazing the host! The dogs absolutely loved the creek. That was their favorite part! I took the whole family and everybody had a great time. Grace even left little treats after our hike. Such a cute gesture. Thanks for the opportunity to visit.
55We loved our visit here and our dogs loved the freedom to run. The little creek at the beginning was a favorite for one of my two. Definitely will be back.Vanessa H.
Vanessa H.
June 2022
We loved our visit here and our dogs loved the freedom to run. The little creek at the beginning was a favorite for one of my two. Definitely will be back.
55This was our second visit with our dogs. The weather was perfect and our dogs were having a blast! The trails are neat and you have the place to yourselves. Grace is an amazing host and her property is simply gorgeous. Can’t wait to return !Susan S.
Susan S.
June 2022
This was our second visit with our dogs. The weather was perfect and our dogs were having a blast! The trails are neat and you have the place to yourselves. Grace is an amazing host and her property is simply gorgeous. Can’t wait to return !
55Fantastic sniffspot adventure! Grace is a wonderful host, everything was clearly marked to make for an east stress free experience - a very beautiful, peaceful place with so much to explore. We can't wait to go back! Lindsey J.
Lindsey J.
June 2022
Fantastic sniffspot adventure! Grace is a wonderful host, everything was clearly marked to make for an east stress free experience - a very beautiful, peaceful place with so much to explore. We can't wait to go back!
55What an amazing spot!!! Easy to find, lovely hostess, well fenced, and the property is incredible. So peaceful (for me) and so so so many smells for the pup. Timber delighted in the creek while I enjoyed the hike and the seating. This place is an absolute gem - highly recommend!!Lori M.
Lori M.
July 2022
What an amazing spot!!! Easy to find, lovely hostess, well fenced, and the property is incredible. So peaceful (for me) and so so so many smells for the pup. Timber delighted in the creek while I enjoyed the hike and the seating. This place is an absolute gem - highly recommend!!
55The host is really friendly and accommodating. The property is beautiful, fully fenced and very secure. My dog had a great time exploring, will definitely be back. Jennifer C.
Jennifer C.
July 2022
The host is really friendly and accommodating. The property is beautiful, fully fenced and very secure. My dog had a great time exploring, will definitely be back.
55This place is breathtaking! Best 1 1/2 hours on the 4th of July for our dogs. Grace met us when we arrived and was so kind, she is an excellent host! We will be back again and again…. Our dogs were in heaven running thru the property and playing in the creek! 10/10 can’t recommend this place enough.Sharon A.
Sharon A.
July 2022
This place is breathtaking! Best 1 1/2 hours on the 4th of July for our dogs. Grace met us when we arrived and was so kind, she is an excellent host! We will be back again and again…. Our dogs were in heaven running thru the property and playing in the creek! 10/10 can’t recommend this place enough.
55It’s such a delight to spend time in Grace’s forest! To have the opportunity to be in the woods,in a place that is secure and so welcoming, is something to be very grateful for. Mary B.
Mary B.
July 2022
It’s such a delight to spend time in Grace’s forest! To have the opportunity to be in the woods,in a place that is secure and so welcoming, is something to be very grateful for.
55Grace was so sweet and kind! The property was wonderful and our dogs had a blast! The hills were a bit of a hoof, and it was definitely a hike, but nothing we didn’t expect with a name like “Hike up the mini forest.” ;P
Our dogs LOVED all the running water throughout the property, especially by the gate. What a wonderful place to visit during the warmer months! Thinking about it, I bet you could get some pretty epic sledding down that big hill in the winter!
Grace met us at the gate and walked us through everything for our first time. There was a basket that included toys, bug spray, and more, which was so appreciated! We were so surprised to see two little baggies of treats (both for humans and dogs) at the gate on our way out. What a treat!
We’ll definitely be back!Noël H.
Noël H.
July 2022
Grace was so sweet and kind! The property was wonderful and our dogs had a blast! The hills were a bit of a hoof, and it was definitely a hike, but nothing we didn’t expect with a name like “Hike up the mini forest.” ;P
Our dogs LOVED all the running water throughout the property, especially by the gate. What a wonderful place to visit during the warmer months! Thinking about it, I bet you could get some pretty epic sledding down that big hill in the winter!
Grace met us at the gate and walked us through everything for our first time. There was a basket that included toys, bug spray, and more, which was so appreciated! We were so surprised to see two little baggies of treats (both for humans and dogs) at the gate on our way out. What a treat!
We’ll definitely be back!
55We had a blast! The little creeks and the massive moss covered trees are absolutely breathtaking. Lots of room to run, hike, and chill. Chance had so much fun he’s passed out now snoring away. We will DEFINITELY be back!! Tracie R.
Tracie R.
July 2022
We had a blast! The little creeks and the massive moss covered trees are absolutely breathtaking. Lots of room to run, hike, and chill. Chance had so much fun he’s passed out now snoring away. We will DEFINITELY be back!!
55Our dog really enjoyed some off leash time out in the woods. There was plenty to sniff and he enjoyed wading in the creek. The area was secure enough where we didn’t feel concerned that our dog would try to escape. There were also a few toys, bowls and a jug of water for the doggos. Thanks for offering up your space!Gillian E.
Gillian E.
July 2022
Our dog really enjoyed some off leash time out in the woods. There was plenty to sniff and he enjoyed wading in the creek. The area was secure enough where we didn’t feel concerned that our dog would try to escape. There were also a few toys, bowls and a jug of water for the doggos. Thanks for offering up your space!
55This was our first Sniffspot and it did not disappoint. We were greeted by the host Grace who gave us a brief run down of her place. She also offers some toys/misc items you might need for your pup if you forget anything. Our boy Walter loved everything about this place! So many new smells and places to explore. The property is nice and shady with gravel roads and little trails. On our way out Walter found the creek to cool off and jump around in. We had a great time and will definitely be back. Kaitlyn S.
Kaitlyn S.
July 2022
This was our first Sniffspot and it did not disappoint. We were greeted by the host Grace who gave us a brief run down of her place. She also offers some toys/misc items you might need for your pup if you forget anything. Our boy Walter loved everything about this place! So many new smells and places to explore. The property is nice and shady with gravel roads and little trails. On our way out Walter found the creek to cool off and jump around in. We had a great time and will definitely be back.
55What a great first experience using sniffspot! I chose this spot because I wanted to test how my dogs would do with off leash hiking and recall. Grace's property was fantastic for exploring, playing fetch, and getting your heart rate up if you want to go up/down the hills. Plenty of amenities like fetch toys, places to sit, and trash bins if needed. There was a lot of thought put into making this place fun for humans and pups, totally worth it! The creek was perfect for the dogs to cool off too. Wear some waterproof boots depending on the time of day and weather.Stephanie W.
Stephanie W.
July 2022
What a great first experience using sniffspot! I chose this spot because I wanted to test how my dogs would do with off leash hiking and recall. Grace's property was fantastic for exploring, playing fetch, and getting your heart rate up if you want to go up/down the hills. Plenty of amenities like fetch toys, places to sit, and trash bins if needed. There was a lot of thought put into making this place fun for humans and pups, totally worth it! The creek was perfect for the dogs to cool off too. Wear some waterproof boots depending on the time of day and weather.
55I cannot say enough positive things about this spot! Grace is a gracious host and the property is a wonderful place to let your dog run free. We brought our pointer who had tons of energy and he was actually tired by the time we left. If possible, try to book more than one hour because this seems like a great place to hangout and enjoy the outdoors with your dog! Carolyn B.
Carolyn B.
July 2022
I cannot say enough positive things about this spot! Grace is a gracious host and the property is a wonderful place to let your dog run free. We brought our pointer who had tons of energy and he was actually tired by the time we left. If possible, try to book more than one hour because this seems like a great place to hangout and enjoy the outdoors with your dog!
55Our dog loved the mini forest and we did too! Such a great spot with hills, trees and creek access. Grace was awesome she met us to give us the lay of the land. Lots of little extras. Love this spot! Savannah C.
Savannah C.
July 2022
Our dog loved the mini forest and we did too! Such a great spot with hills, trees and creek access. Grace was awesome she met us to give us the lay of the land. Lots of little extras. Love this spot!
55The host was very friendly and professional, and the property is very clean and safe. Our dogs had a terrific time splashing around in the creek.Jonathan G.
Jonathan G.
July 2022
The host was very friendly and professional, and the property is very clean and safe. Our dogs had a terrific time splashing around in the creek.
55Our family had a wonderful hike through the forest today! Grace met us as we arrived and helped us feel very welcome. You truly feel at peace wandering through the forest with your dog. It’s incredibly safe and relaxing. We look forward to visiting again! Melissa S.
Melissa S.
July 2022
Our family had a wonderful hike through the forest today! Grace met us as we arrived and helped us feel very welcome. You truly feel at peace wandering through the forest with your dog. It’s incredibly safe and relaxing. We look forward to visiting again!
55Oh my goodness!!! This was our first time trying Sniff Spot!! What a beautiful piece of property…it was perfect for our 6 1/2 mo Labany to explore and train a bit off leash! He loved the creek and every little trail that intertwines through out! Thank you so much Grace!! We will be back!Brenda T.
Brenda T.
July 2022
Oh my goodness!!! This was our first time trying Sniff Spot!! What a beautiful piece of property…it was perfect for our 6 1/2 mo Labany to explore and train a bit off leash! He loved the creek and every little trail that intertwines through out! Thank you so much Grace!! We will be back!
55Such a beautiful space to explore. Everything was so nice and taken care of. The hike was so much fun. We didn’t want to leave! We can’t wait to come back and explore more! Carol R.
Carol R.
July 2022
Such a beautiful space to explore. Everything was so nice and taken care of. The hike was so much fun. We didn’t want to leave! We can’t wait to come back and explore more!
How do Port Ludlow'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
Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind
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FAQ about our Port Ludlow 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 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.