55My boys had so much fun here. The host was awesome and the sniff spot had a lot of serious sniffs in it. My boys ran through the trees and explored the hills and nature paths. They discovered a bunny borrow (thankfully bunny escaped unharmed). It was a great place for the boys to explore! Emma F.
Emma F.
May 2025
My boys had so much fun here. The host was awesome and the sniff spot had a lot of serious sniffs in it. My boys ran through the trees and explored the hills and nature paths. They discovered a bunny borrow (thankfully bunny escaped unharmed). It was a great place for the boys to explore!
55This is our 2nd time here, and we brought our foster puppies this time. They had a blast! Joannie is always so sweet and kind. We really appreciate this opportunity! Christina G.
Christina G.
April 2025
This is our 2nd time here, and we brought our foster puppies this time. They had a blast! Joannie is always so sweet and kind. We really appreciate this opportunity!
55The place was beautiful and my dogs had a blast! Joannie was so helpful and kind with providing a map, waters, and knowledge about the plants! Antonia G.
Antonia G.
April 2025
The place was beautiful and my dogs had a blast! Joannie was so helpful and kind with providing a map, waters, and knowledge about the plants!
55Great space - my pup is a littler guy so we didn’t explore very far from the entrance but the trails we did go on were cleared nicely and easy to follow. The trails were very clean and well kept too - no dog poop, no littering, etc. The owners on site were super kind and helpful helping us navigate/get through the gate. We didn’t run into any wildlife (just birds of course) and definitely felt like our dogs were in a safe area! Sarah G.
Sarah G.
April 2025
Great space - my pup is a littler guy so we didn’t explore very far from the entrance but the trails we did go on were cleared nicely and easy to follow. The trails were very clean and well kept too - no dog poop, no littering, etc. The owners on site were super kind and helpful helping us navigate/get through the gate. We didn’t run into any wildlife (just birds of course) and definitely felt like our dogs were in a safe area!
55We brought our reactive dog to The Garden and it was AMAZING. It did thunderstorm, but Joannie offered us umbrellas and was super sweet! We decided to stay through the rain and it was still a great experience. Keep in mind that we did run into other animals (turkeys, deer, and a cat) which did trigger our dog, but he had OK recall so it wasn’t too bad! We are definitely coming back! Meghan C.
Meghan C.
April 2025
We brought our reactive dog to The Garden and it was AMAZING. It did thunderstorm, but Joannie offered us umbrellas and was super sweet! We decided to stay through the rain and it was still a great experience. Keep in mind that we did run into other animals (turkeys, deer, and a cat) which did trigger our dog, but he had OK recall so it wasn’t too bad! We are definitely coming back!
5510/10 Will come again! The owner Joannie was so sweet and welcoming. We brought out two puppies up to run and play and we all had a blast exploring the property. It was worth the price and MORE to have a fun, safe spot to just relax and be free without worry about encountering anyone else. Jessi A.
Jessi A.
March 2025
10/10 Will come again! The owner Joannie was so sweet and welcoming. We brought out two puppies up to run and play and we all had a blast exploring the property. It was worth the price and MORE to have a fun, safe spot to just relax and be free without worry about encountering anyone else.
55my dog had an amazing time and so did we! we loved how environmentally conscious this sniffspot was with a compost toilet, and with a greenhouse area! lots to explore, and fully fenced! Mariana F.
Mariana F.
March 2025
my dog had an amazing time and so did we! we loved how environmentally conscious this sniffspot was with a compost toilet, and with a greenhouse area! lots to explore, and fully fenced!
55The pups had so much fun! The host was delightful! The area was so nice so many things for the pups to explore and tire themselves out! He was very understanding of my dog being fearful of people and accommodated us so well! Definitely will come again! ❤️Katelyn K.
Katelyn K.
March 2025
The pups had so much fun! The host was delightful! The area was so nice so many things for the pups to explore and tire themselves out! He was very understanding of my dog being fearful of people and accommodated us so well! Definitely will come again! ❤️
55This is a great place to let your dogs be dogs! Host was kind and gracious, and very proactive and responsive with communications. The dogs loved it! The host does provide water for the dogs, but I had water in my backpack as well, which I would recommend since 30 acres means you're walking/hiking pretty far from the water source. We will definitely try to come back soon! Leannah F.
Leannah F.
March 2025
This is a great place to let your dogs be dogs! Host was kind and gracious, and very proactive and responsive with communications. The dogs loved it! The host does provide water for the dogs, but I had water in my backpack as well, which I would recommend since 30 acres means you're walking/hiking pretty far from the water source. We will definitely try to come back soon!
55This place was amazing! My Xander found his favorite new spot. There was so much room for him to roam and it was nice knowing it was just us out there. Can’t wait to be back! Leah E.
Leah E.
March 2025
This place was amazing! My Xander found his favorite new spot. There was so much room for him to roam and it was nice knowing it was just us out there. Can’t wait to be back!
How do Salado'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 Salado 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. 13% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Salado 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 209 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 288 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.
Does Salado have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 209 fully fenced dog parks in or near Salado. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Salado?
The Salado area has 10 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 The Garden.
