55Great host, clear directions, beautiful property! My dogs and us humans had the best time. Just a small warning to other guests, the hike is short but hilly, and although the view is beautiful there are some pretty steep hillsides that I personally was not comfortable with my dogs off leash there. Maybe your dog isn’t a total klutz like mine is and you’d be fine. But when you get down to the creek it’s a perfect spot for off leash fun. Would definitely recommend! Jessica W.
Jessica W.
February 2024
Great host, clear directions, beautiful property! My dogs and us humans had the best time. Just a small warning to other guests, the hike is short but hilly, and although the view is beautiful there are some pretty steep hillsides that I personally was not comfortable with my dogs off leash there. Maybe your dog isn’t a total klutz like mine is and you’d be fine. But when you get down to the creek it’s a perfect spot for off leash fun. Would definitely recommend!
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55What an incredible property, my dog had a blast running around and smelling all the smells. The views were great and there was a nice place to sit and hang out next to the water. Make sure to text David and Alma for directions beforehand, because Google and Apple Maps will take you the wrong way. I am really appreciative of their clear directions with pictures, it made for a smooth and easy arrival. Amanda P.
Amanda P.
March 2024
What an incredible property, my dog had a blast running around and smelling all the smells. The views were great and there was a nice place to sit and hang out next to the water. Make sure to text David and Alma for directions beforehand, because Google and Apple Maps will take you the wrong way. I am really appreciative of their clear directions with pictures, it made for a smooth and easy arrival.
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55Wonderful place to get away from all the city noise and we loved being able to let our dogs go with no worry. My dogs were super happy. We will be returning! Connie E.
Connie E.
March 2024
Wonderful place to get away from all the city noise and we loved being able to let our dogs go with no worry. My dogs were super happy. We will be returning!
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55Wow! This spot is a gem! Gorgeous hike, our 2 pups LOVED sploshing around in the creek, and we didn’t hear or come across any animals during our 2 hour stay. One of our dogs can be reactive and it was such a treat for all of us for him to be able to be off leash and just explore & have fun freely. Alma & David were great communicators and shared clear directions with photos (Google Maps will take you to the wrong place). We’re already planning our next trip back!Gina L.
Gina L.
March 2024
Wow! This spot is a gem! Gorgeous hike, our 2 pups LOVED sploshing around in the creek, and we didn’t hear or come across any animals during our 2 hour stay. One of our dogs can be reactive and it was such a treat for all of us for him to be able to be off leash and just explore & have fun freely. Alma & David were great communicators and shared clear directions with photos (Google Maps will take you to the wrong place). We’re already planning our next trip back!
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55Beautiful property! We celebrated Peluche’s 9th Birthday here with three other doggy friends and they had a blast! Adventuring and sniffing around, and going into the creek! So thankful for the owners to give us additional directions and leading us to the spot. Would visit again for sure :) Cindy P.
Cindy P.
March 2024
Beautiful property! We celebrated Peluche’s 9th Birthday here with three other doggy friends and they had a blast! Adventuring and sniffing around, and going into the creek! So thankful for the owners to give us additional directions and leading us to the spot. Would visit again for sure :)
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55Loved that we had a private trail and the dogs could be off leash living their best lives! The host sent more specific directions with photos on the day of our trip and it was super helpful. I would recommend!Janice O.
Janice O.
March 2024
Loved that we had a private trail and the dogs could be off leash living their best lives! The host sent more specific directions with photos on the day of our trip and it was super helpful. I would recommend!
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55The dogs had a blast and definitely wore themselves out.
The recent rain made some areas off limits but there’s plenty of space for the dogs to explore, sniff and run. It was a beautiful day, sun was shining, and there is plenty of shade for the dogs to take a break and cool off.
Cathy W.
Cathy W.
March 2024
The dogs had a blast and definitely wore themselves out.
The recent rain made some areas off limits but there’s plenty of space for the dogs to explore, sniff and run. It was a beautiful day, sun was shining, and there is plenty of shade for the dogs to take a break and cool off.
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55I would like to thank the host for sharing their piece of property for our dogs to enjoy! Very responsive and gave us clear instructions how to find the start of the trail. This is a really nice spot to bring your dogs for hiking. There’s different trails with big avocado trees along the path so it’s shaded. Make sure to wear sturdy shoes. We enjoyed our mini adventure! All of us, humans and dogs were dead tired after hours of hiking! For sure we will be back soon!!!Adela A.
Adela A.
March 2024
I would like to thank the host for sharing their piece of property for our dogs to enjoy! Very responsive and gave us clear instructions how to find the start of the trail. This is a really nice spot to bring your dogs for hiking. There’s different trails with big avocado trees along the path so it’s shaded. Make sure to wear sturdy shoes. We enjoyed our mini adventure! All of us, humans and dogs were dead tired after hours of hiking! For sure we will be back soon!!!
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55 MIRACULOUS. This place is just so dreamy for our dogs. We had so much fun!! The owners are so nice, the property is quiet and beautiful and spacious. Lots of room for two large dogs to run and play to their hearts’ content. (One note: it is remote so write down directions before you go - cell phone/ navigation reception is spotty.)Matt Y.
Matt Y.
March 2024
MIRACULOUS. This place is just so dreamy for our dogs. We had so much fun!! The owners are so nice, the property is quiet and beautiful and spacious. Lots of room for two large dogs to run and play to their hearts’ content. (One note: it is remote so write down directions before you go - cell phone/ navigation reception is spotty.)
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55First time using sniff spot. Loved this place and will definitely book again when it’s light outside. Also, very interested in booking the extras this host offers. Great Experience! Katie L.
Katie L.
February 2024
First time using sniff spot. Loved this place and will definitely book again when it’s light outside. Also, very interested in booking the extras this host offers. Great Experience!
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55I have been wanting to visit this SniffSpot for a long time and am so glad we finally made the drive out! The weather unfortunately didn’t agree with us so I didn’t take any photos but the Grove Trail was amazing with so many different paths and my dog had a blast with so much space and it was great exercise for humans too. I will say there were some (unavoidably) muddy parts because of all the rain lately so definitely bring your hiking boots if you have them! There weren’t signs that I could see on the trail so I wasn’t sure if we were always going in the right direction at times but we totally made do and Alma provided super specific instructions ahead of time about how to get to the property and where to park/get to the trail! We will most definitely be back! Thank you, Alma and David!!Katie D.
Katie D.
February 2024
I have been wanting to visit this SniffSpot for a long time and am so glad we finally made the drive out! The weather unfortunately didn’t agree with us so I didn’t take any photos but the Grove Trail was amazing with so many different paths and my dog had a blast with so much space and it was great exercise for humans too. I will say there were some (unavoidably) muddy parts because of all the rain lately so definitely bring your hiking boots if you have them! There weren’t signs that I could see on the trail so I wasn’t sure if we were always going in the right direction at times but we totally made do and Alma provided super specific instructions ahead of time about how to get to the property and where to park/get to the trail! We will most definitely be back! Thank you, Alma and David!!
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55Alma and David were an awesome host. Their property is a dream. Our dogs had the time of their lives. They had so much fun exploring and playing. Highly recommended!Wayne P.
Wayne P.
February 2024
Alma and David were an awesome host. Their property is a dream. Our dogs had the time of their lives. They had so much fun exploring and playing. Highly recommended!
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55This spot was heaven for my fur babies! They absolutely had the time of their lives running up and down the hills, splashing and playing in the stream. Also nice surprise to find hammock by the stream to just relax and listen to the water. David and Alma were amazing! They were so kind and helpful. Easy to stay couple hours having fun. Thank you David and Alma for a wonderful experience! Amy d.
Amy d.
February 2024
This spot was heaven for my fur babies! They absolutely had the time of their lives running up and down the hills, splashing and playing in the stream. Also nice surprise to find hammock by the stream to just relax and listen to the water. David and Alma were amazing! They were so kind and helpful. Easy to stay couple hours having fun. Thank you David and Alma for a wonderful experience!
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55Today was our first time using Sniffspot and it’s going to be really hard to top David and Alma’s ranch. It was a really nice moderate hike down to the creek. The creek was flowing pretty good with all the rain we got. The dogs are now happily passed out! Thank you David and Alma! We will be seeing you again soon. Michelle A.
Michelle A.
February 2024
Today was our first time using Sniffspot and it’s going to be really hard to top David and Alma’s ranch. It was a really nice moderate hike down to the creek. The creek was flowing pretty good with all the rain we got. The dogs are now happily passed out! Thank you David and Alma! We will be seeing you again soon.
How do San Clemente'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
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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 San Clemente 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 San Clemente 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 347 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 37 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 San Clemente have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 347 fully fenced dog parks in or near San Clemente. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near San Clemente?
The San Clemente area has 347 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 Jill's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In San Clemente.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in San Clemente?