55HUGE area with so much room to run! My dog loved the space and horses were put away so he did not see them. Very friendly host and easy to find. Will definitely be back!Jenny S.
Jenny S.
November 2022
HUGE area with so much room to run! My dog loved the space and horses were put away so he did not see them. Very friendly host and easy to find. Will definitely be back!
55We had a great time at this Sniffspot, there is plenty of room for the dogs to run and they enjoyed it immensely. David met us at the gate and let us in. The two elderly dogs next door were mildly interested in my dogs but after the initial encounter they simply watched us with no barking or problems. The ground gently slopes which gave them a nice workout.Vickie C.
Vickie C.
November 2022
We had a great time at this Sniffspot, there is plenty of room for the dogs to run and they enjoyed it immensely. David met us at the gate and let us in. The two elderly dogs next door were mildly interested in my dogs but after the initial encounter they simply watched us with no barking or problems. The ground gently slopes which gave them a nice workout.
55Hands down one of my favorite spots I've been to in the SoCal area! Ian's place is absolutely gorgeous and for me a dream come true because ...horses!! My girl Rajah-Bear had a *blast* exploring the property and hanging out with Ian's beautiful rescue babies. Couple things that I think newcomers would find useful:
The horses and dogs on the property can be put away if your furbaby has big feelings about other animals. During our visit, we only interacted with the horses (which I had requested prior to arrival). I did not hear the other pups or see them at all. Ian is so so nice and understands that all dogs are individuals, so if your baby has big feelings about other people as well - just reach out to him!
The property is fully fenced and *huge*. If your dog loves playing fetch or has big zoomies, you basically have to come here! Some sections of the fence are metal sheets with wooden posts, others are chain link fences with visibility into neighboring yards. One of the homes does have 2 medium-large sized dogs that are occasionally out but I did not see or hear them during our visit. There are random holes under the fences - probably big enough for, say, a rabbit to get under. It might be something a small dog could get through, but I don't think it will be a problem for bigger dog.
There are lots of critter-made holes around the property - tho I think we only saw one squirrel. There are critters tho, so keep that in mind if your baby has a strong prey drive.
There was plenty of access to water, and a nice little seating section with umbrella out in the middle of the property.
I am already planning on visiting weekly, as this is as close as I'll get to my dream of Rajah living on a farm. Amazing amazing spot! <3Danie C.
Danie C.
November 2022
Hands down one of my favorite spots I've been to in the SoCal area! Ian's place is absolutely gorgeous and for me a dream come true because ...horses!! My girl Rajah-Bear had a *blast* exploring the property and hanging out with Ian's beautiful rescue babies. Couple things that I think newcomers would find useful:
The horses and dogs on the property can be put away if your furbaby has big feelings about other animals. During our visit, we only interacted with the horses (which I had requested prior to arrival). I did not hear the other pups or see them at all. Ian is so so nice and understands that all dogs are individuals, so if your baby has big feelings about other people as well - just reach out to him!
The property is fully fenced and *huge*. If your dog loves playing fetch or has big zoomies, you basically have to come here! Some sections of the fence are metal sheets with wooden posts, others are chain link fences with visibility into neighboring yards. One of the homes does have 2 medium-large sized dogs that are occasionally out but I did not see or hear them during our visit. There are random holes under the fences - probably big enough for, say, a rabbit to get under. It might be something a small dog could get through, but I don't think it will be a problem for bigger dog.
There are lots of critter-made holes around the property - tho I think we only saw one squirrel. There are critters tho, so keep that in mind if your baby has a strong prey drive.
There was plenty of access to water, and a nice little seating section with umbrella out in the middle of the property.
I am already planning on visiting weekly, as this is as close as I'll get to my dream of Rajah living on a farm. Amazing amazing spot! <3
55The host is so kind and personable!!! He brought out a water bottle and a sprite because it was getting warm out, and even gave me a few limes off of his tree. He let my puppies visit his horses and they were thoroughly intrigued - so thankful for them having such a pleasant experience with the gentle giants. The lot itself is massive, and has tons of space for them to run. It is fully securely fenced, and the host was kind enough to let me know that the neighbors at times let their two large dogs out on the other side of the fence. The neighbor dogs did come out to say hi just for a few minutes before they were called back inside, but my dogs are pretty dog social so they made friends right away. However, because the property was so huge and fun, my dogs quickly lost interest in the dogs and continued to play. I love that there are pre dug holes (by the owners dog) that my dogs were digging a little bit in too. The property is extremely clean without debris. There are also massive CLEAN waters placed everywhere. Extremely large lot. Horses are put away and my dogs didn’t even know they were there until the end when the host introduced them. Kyria S.
Kyria S.
November 2022
The host is so kind and personable!!! He brought out a water bottle and a sprite because it was getting warm out, and even gave me a few limes off of his tree. He let my puppies visit his horses and they were thoroughly intrigued - so thankful for them having such a pleasant experience with the gentle giants. The lot itself is massive, and has tons of space for them to run. It is fully securely fenced, and the host was kind enough to let me know that the neighbors at times let their two large dogs out on the other side of the fence. The neighbor dogs did come out to say hi just for a few minutes before they were called back inside, but my dogs are pretty dog social so they made friends right away. However, because the property was so huge and fun, my dogs quickly lost interest in the dogs and continued to play. I love that there are pre dug holes (by the owners dog) that my dogs were digging a little bit in too. The property is extremely clean without debris. There are also massive CLEAN waters placed everywhere. Extremely large lot. Horses are put away and my dogs didn’t even know they were there until the end when the host introduced them.
55This is an amazing sniffspot, especially if you have a large dog(s). My hound goes absolutely berserk here, which dogs need to do sometimes! This is our second visit.
It is basically a huge corral/park. There is dirt and grass. Wear sturdy shoes as if for a hike.
Hosts are kind and friendly, and communicate when necessary. They love dogs which is just a bonus for my hound. Michele S.
Michele S.
December 2022
This is an amazing sniffspot, especially if you have a large dog(s). My hound goes absolutely berserk here, which dogs need to do sometimes! This is our second visit.
It is basically a huge corral/park. There is dirt and grass. Wear sturdy shoes as if for a hike.
Hosts are kind and friendly, and communicate when necessary. They love dogs which is just a bonus for my hound.
55If I could rate this place 100 stars, I would! HUGE space with lots of room for your fur babies to roam. My dog was more focused on digging holes, but Ian was super cool about it. It’s such a peaceful area as well. Ian was super accommodating, friendly, attentive, and sweet! Drove 45 minutes to get to this place and it was so worth it! My dog LOVED it. Knocked out as soon as we got into the car. I will be coming back again, no doubt! Thank you so much, Ian!! Raquel F.
Raquel F.
December 2022
If I could rate this place 100 stars, I would! HUGE space with lots of room for your fur babies to roam. My dog was more focused on digging holes, but Ian was super cool about it. It’s such a peaceful area as well. Ian was super accommodating, friendly, attentive, and sweet! Drove 45 minutes to get to this place and it was so worth it! My dog LOVED it. Knocked out as soon as we got into the car. I will be coming back again, no doubt! Thank you so much, Ian!!
55Our new favorite spot! We will definitely be coming back. Ian was very friendly, greeting us and giving us the lay of the land. Plenty of wide open space, giving our large dogs lots of room to run and play. There were even water stations set up, toys for the puppies, as well as plenty of places to sit. We were able to relax and watch our dogs play without concern about them getting out or getting into anything they weren’t supposed to. We have three happy tired dogs! Maya P.
Maya P.
December 2022
Our new favorite spot! We will definitely be coming back. Ian was very friendly, greeting us and giving us the lay of the land. Plenty of wide open space, giving our large dogs lots of room to run and play. There were even water stations set up, toys for the puppies, as well as plenty of places to sit. We were able to relax and watch our dogs play without concern about them getting out or getting into anything they weren’t supposed to. We have three happy tired dogs!
55Back again for another *awesome* visit! Minor update to my last review - the property is fenced in with wood + chain link. Not wood + metal & chain link. Oops!Danie C.
Danie C.
December 2022
Back again for another *awesome* visit! Minor update to my last review - the property is fenced in with wood + chain link. Not wood + metal & chain link. Oops!
55What an awesome place! Ian was an excellent host, he gave us a tour of the massive and secure property so there were no surprises! He also had plenty of water, sanitizer and doggie bags out for us. Bowie had a blast running and exploring. We did see some neighbors dogs through a small portion of the fence that was chain link. They were older, super chill and no bother at all. For a horse property it was VERY clean! The pup had a great time and the property was great for me to get my steps in too! Thank you so much for doing Sniffspot! Bowie and I will be back.Aislyn W.
Aislyn W.
December 2022
What an awesome place! Ian was an excellent host, he gave us a tour of the massive and secure property so there were no surprises! He also had plenty of water, sanitizer and doggie bags out for us. Bowie had a blast running and exploring. We did see some neighbors dogs through a small portion of the fence that was chain link. They were older, super chill and no bother at all. For a horse property it was VERY clean! The pup had a great time and the property was great for me to get my steps in too! Thank you so much for doing Sniffspot! Bowie and I will be back.
55This sniffspot is an absolute dream. Ian was the perfect host, meeting us at the gate and explaining the area in detail. It’s clear he takes great care in providing a safe place and is very kind and considerate with the fresh water, bags, etc. I’m always a little anxious visiting a new spot and you don’t need to be with this one.
My foster dog had a blast zooming around investigating all the good scents. The only bummer was when I had to tell her it was time to go! This was definitely her favorite spot so far.
110% worth the drive; we will be back soon.Sarah G.
Sarah G.
December 2022
This sniffspot is an absolute dream. Ian was the perfect host, meeting us at the gate and explaining the area in detail. It’s clear he takes great care in providing a safe place and is very kind and considerate with the fresh water, bags, etc. I’m always a little anxious visiting a new spot and you don’t need to be with this one.
My foster dog had a blast zooming around investigating all the good scents. The only bummer was when I had to tell her it was time to go! This was definitely her favorite spot so far.
110% worth the drive; we will be back soon.
55Wonderful and friendly host! Beautiful, clean property with lots of space to run and play. Water and toys provided. Rogue had a lot of fun and we will definitely be back. Cas L.
Cas L.
December 2022
Wonderful and friendly host! Beautiful, clean property with lots of space to run and play. Water and toys provided. Rogue had a lot of fun and we will definitely be back.
55This spot was awesome, huge, and fully fenced! Ian was super friendly with our 6 pups. I was a little worried at first because 2 of our dogs don’t do well with other dogs and are escape artists, so I let Ian know ahead of time and he was able to put his dogs and horses away and there was no problem at all. Our dogs had a blast, I would definitely recommend this spot to anyone that has dogs that need to run their craziness out. Dari A.
Dari A.
December 2022
This spot was awesome, huge, and fully fenced! Ian was super friendly with our 6 pups. I was a little worried at first because 2 of our dogs don’t do well with other dogs and are escape artists, so I let Ian know ahead of time and he was able to put his dogs and horses away and there was no problem at all. Our dogs had a blast, I would definitely recommend this spot to anyone that has dogs that need to run their craziness out.
55First time using sniff spot and couldn’t have had a better experience. Ian is a great host and his property has a ton of space for the pups to run around and explore. We will definitely be booking again in the future. Michael M.
Michael M.
December 2022
First time using sniff spot and couldn’t have had a better experience. Ian is a great host and his property has a ton of space for the pups to run around and explore. We will definitely be booking again in the future.
55Such an incredible space! A lovely mix of sun and shade, super secure and so well maintained. We spent the hour with a mix of play, training drills and letting our pup relax in the grass. Highly recommend! Chloe W.
Chloe W.
December 2022
Such an incredible space! A lovely mix of sun and shade, super secure and so well maintained. We spent the hour with a mix of play, training drills and letting our pup relax in the grass. Highly recommend!
55This was perfect and so beautiful. Played fetch with my big dog and she was in heaven. Ian was so welcoming and friendly and his land is beautiful! Thank you!Laura R.
Laura R.
December 2022
This was perfect and so beautiful. Played fetch with my big dog and she was in heaven. Ian was so welcoming and friendly and his land is beautiful! Thank you!
55Rogue once again had so much fun here. A big thank you to Host Ian for always providing a welcoming experience and providing a wonderful and safe place for our dog to play. Cas L.
Cas L.
December 2022
Rogue once again had so much fun here. A big thank you to Host Ian for always providing a welcoming experience and providing a wonderful and safe place for our dog to play.
55A lot of space for pups to run. Some small hills, but mostly flat. Clean area and host is very attentive. He greeted us at the gate and introduced us to the property.
You can see neighboring dogs and they do come to the fence, but they leave after a few seconds.
Overall a great experience for our pups.Esmeralda P.
Esmeralda P.
December 2022
A lot of space for pups to run. Some small hills, but mostly flat. Clean area and host is very attentive. He greeted us at the gate and introduced us to the property.
You can see neighboring dogs and they do come to the fence, but they leave after a few seconds.
Overall a great experience for our pups.
55Ranch Dog Ranch was one of the best Sniffspot’s we’ve been to. Ian was exceptional, kind and helpful on our visit. Our girls will definitely visit again. Elizabeth I.
Elizabeth I.
January 2024
Ranch Dog Ranch was one of the best Sniffspot’s we’ve been to. Ian was exceptional, kind and helpful on our visit. Our girls will definitely visit again.
55Just look at how happy Hobie is! (Photo credit to host Ian). This was a great time with room to run fast and lots of interesting sights and smells. Host Ian was very welcoming. Aime W.
Aime W.
January 2024
Just look at how happy Hobie is! (Photo credit to host Ian). This was a great time with room to run fast and lots of interesting sights and smells. Host Ian was very welcoming.
How do Vista's private dog fields 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 Vista dog fields
Are dog fields safe?
If you are looking for an adventure, but also looking for safety, Sniffspot dog fields are a great option. While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, distracted dog owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private space for just you and doggy friends you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). Especially for training, privacy is ideal. Contrary to public dog parks, all Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog for off leash exercise or outdoor training. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars, while public dog parks often do not even have verified reviews. All payment is done securely online by credit card in a few simple clicks.
All park rental information is available online. Start by filtering parks by fencing, size and distractions, to find a private spot that works for your dog. If your dog has poor recall, you can visit one of our secure fields. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog fields where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can review the details of the listing to make sure it works as your desired activity space, for example, safe dog exercise, dog training, a stress-free adventure with your furry friend or even a puppy event. You can even check the park amenities chart for amenities such as indoor training facilities, agility field, synthetic turf, exercise balls or field parking availability in advance. If inclement weather is an issue or poor field conditions, you can reschedule your visit up to 2 hours in advance.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog field?
We require that all four-legged friends have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. Make sure to check host rules before visiting to ensure, for instance, that you are following allowable sports activities rules and any special events rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot field at the same time as me?
No. Facility rentals are for private play time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the area during visits, so this is perfect for a private adventure for you and your doggie friends, and perhaps a human friend. Hosts understand that many guests have dogs in training and are nervous owners. So when you book a Sniffspot dog field you have the entire private spot to yourself. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between time slots so you will not run into other guest dogs or a previous person when coming or leaving in the field parking area. Some hosts may have multiple fields, but there is always a buffer between fields.
How much do Sniffspot fields cost?
Dog fields in the Vista area range from $4.0 and $4.0. The least expensive dog field is Velvet Ears Ranch. The most expensive dog field is Velvet Ears Ranch. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.