55Its a great spot for off leash dogs to adventure! You get views, sunshine, woods and shade, wildlife spotting, hiking and maximum dog joy. My young leash reactive GSD and I enjoyed the property immensely and clocked 2.5 miles hiking! Amazing views of Helens and good inclines here and there for a little workout. For the city folks with softer dogs, be aware the trails are rustic and lot of “pokey grass” that my former dog hated - this dog feels nothing lol. Easy to find, easy parking and well marked trails made this a really stress free experience. Book more than just 1 hour to see it all! Chryssa H.
Chryssa H.
September 2021
Its a great spot for off leash dogs to adventure! You get views, sunshine, woods and shade, wildlife spotting, hiking and maximum dog joy. My young leash reactive GSD and I enjoyed the property immensely and clocked 2.5 miles hiking! Amazing views of Helens and good inclines here and there for a little workout. For the city folks with softer dogs, be aware the trails are rustic and lot of “pokey grass” that my former dog hated - this dog feels nothing lol. Easy to find, easy parking and well marked trails made this a really stress free experience. Book more than just 1 hour to see it all!
55A beautiful drive is just the start. Lots of room to roam, sun and shade, and beautiful views. Plan on at least a few hours to see the whole property. We will definitely be back!Taylor F.
Taylor F.
September 2021
A beautiful drive is just the start. Lots of room to roam, sun and shade, and beautiful views. Plan on at least a few hours to see the whole property. We will definitely be back!
55The location is easy to find but it's a bit unclear where you can walk. Some of the paths were very steep. My dog enjoyed all the smells and the freedom from a leash. Host was very responsive to messages and friendly.R. L.
R. L.
September 2021
The location is easy to find but it's a bit unclear where you can walk. Some of the paths were very steep. My dog enjoyed all the smells and the freedom from a leash. Host was very responsive to messages and friendly.
55Awesome experience! Host provided helpful details about the property and trails. The trails were well-marked throughout. Our Labrador had an amazing time exploring and we will definitely be back!Rachael D.
Rachael D.
October 2021
Awesome experience! Host provided helpful details about the property and trails. The trails were well-marked throughout. Our Labrador had an amazing time exploring and we will definitely be back!
55One of my fave spots now 😃 Great for hiking. Not a lot of shade, but the views of the hills and St. Helens makes it more than worth it. Also, so nice to be able to drive in and not have to leash up, as I usually have 3-8 dogsAshtyn B.
Ashtyn B.
October 2021
One of my fave spots now 😃 Great for hiking. Not a lot of shade, but the views of the hills and St. Helens makes it more than worth it. Also, so nice to be able to drive in and not have to leash up, as I usually have 3-8 dogs
55Beautiful and secluded and safe place to hike with my dogs. Really cool mushrooms and fungi and different ferns and trees. Bring water for your dogs (host also supplies a hose up at the house; don't take the trails up to the house unless your dogs are chill around horses). Lorenzo F.
Lorenzo F.
October 2021
Beautiful and secluded and safe place to hike with my dogs. Really cool mushrooms and fungi and different ferns and trees. Bring water for your dogs (host also supplies a hose up at the house; don't take the trails up to the house unless your dogs are chill around horses).
55What a gorgeous property! Beautiful views and lots to explore. Very easy to locate, a scenic deive from Portland. Im not %100 sure how to access all the trails at the spot but will book extra time next trip out to explore some more. Thank you Theresa for sharing this gem of a spot with us! The horses are so sweet and majestic too!Aimee B.
Aimee B.
October 2021
What a gorgeous property! Beautiful views and lots to explore. Very easy to locate, a scenic deive from Portland. Im not %100 sure how to access all the trails at the spot but will book extra time next trip out to explore some more. Thank you Theresa for sharing this gem of a spot with us! The horses are so sweet and majestic too!
55Really enjoyed our visit to this Sniffspot! Our pup is reactive to other people and dogs, so it was sooo nice to be able to basically go hiking with him, without worrying about others. We are also still actively working on his recall, and we were able to let him off leash because I was confident he wouldn’t run off because of the type of terrain. There are horses in the property, but it is easy to stay away from them if your dog is reactive to horses.Jesi P.
Jesi P.
January 2022
Really enjoyed our visit to this Sniffspot! Our pup is reactive to other people and dogs, so it was sooo nice to be able to basically go hiking with him, without worrying about others. We are also still actively working on his recall, and we were able to let him off leash because I was confident he wouldn’t run off because of the type of terrain. There are horses in the property, but it is easy to stay away from them if your dog is reactive to horses.
55Black Horse Station is beautiful spot and the host is very accommodating and kind. We started out walking straight on the main logging road toward the house on the hill and passed the horse corral. This loop has spectacular views. After looping back to the main logging trail we took a trail west and forest a forested oasis. Most of the property has been logged and replanted with small trees. The trail west in comparison had a really lovely feel full of nature.
The entire experience was great. This spot is more expensive than most so we won’t be able to come often but it was a good treat and we are grateful to the host for sharing their land.Kristy S.
Kristy S.
January 2022
Black Horse Station is beautiful spot and the host is very accommodating and kind. We started out walking straight on the main logging road toward the house on the hill and passed the horse corral. This loop has spectacular views. After looping back to the main logging trail we took a trail west and forest a forested oasis. Most of the property has been logged and replanted with small trees. The trail west in comparison had a really lovely feel full of nature.
The entire experience was great. This spot is more expensive than most so we won’t be able to come often but it was a good treat and we are grateful to the host for sharing their land.
55Fantastic spot, tons of room to roam with varied terrain. Plenty of exercise for pups and their people too! We did get turned around when the fog rolled in and didn’t pay attention to the direction the car was parked. A sign or two would help, although it may be completely different in clear weather. Loved it and will be back! Leah K.
Leah K.
January 2022
Fantastic spot, tons of room to roam with varied terrain. Plenty of exercise for pups and their people too! We did get turned around when the fog rolled in and didn’t pay attention to the direction the car was parked. A sign or two would help, although it may be completely different in clear weather. Loved it and will be back!
How do Yacolt'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 Yacolt 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.