55Everything was just as described, a great spot for my dog (and me) to stroll around for an hour! Fencing brand new. Bring water for your dog 😊Margaret Z.
Margaret Z.
March 2024
Everything was just as described, a great spot for my dog (and me) to stroll around for an hour! Fencing brand new. Bring water for your dog 😊
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55This is an amazing spot!! Nicely fenced and secure. Wooded area with plenty of shade and room for dogs to explore. I will definitely be back soon!Montana M.
Montana M.
March 2024
This is an amazing spot!! Nicely fenced and secure. Wooded area with plenty of shade and room for dogs to explore. I will definitely be back soon!
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55The spot is exactly as described — easy to find, private, securely fenced, shady and a proper sniff safari. Mini had an absolute blast and I loved seeing her get such high quality off-leash time. We will definitely be back.Cassidy P.
Cassidy P.
March 2024
The spot is exactly as described — easy to find, private, securely fenced, shady and a proper sniff safari. Mini had an absolute blast and I loved seeing her get such high quality off-leash time. We will definitely be back.
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55We visited this SniffSpot, our first, today. It was well fenced, safe, and had a wooded buffer around it. We had a blue blowup collar on our dog but the fencing was so good we removed that collar. Our 2 yr old dog loved the woods and open areas and we will certainly be returning. The host had put a lot of effort into establishing and maintaining the area. Definitely recommend it.Barbara B.
Barbara B.
March 2024
We visited this SniffSpot, our first, today. It was well fenced, safe, and had a wooded buffer around it. We had a blue blowup collar on our dog but the fencing was so good we removed that collar. Our 2 yr old dog loved the woods and open areas and we will certainly be returning. The host had put a lot of effort into establishing and maintaining the area. Definitely recommend it.
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55Great place my dogs sniffed a lot. Good to be able to run around without worries of other dogs or people. Bring mosquito repellent. Good experience Martha T.
Martha T.
April 2024
Great place my dogs sniffed a lot. Good to be able to run around without worries of other dogs or people. Bring mosquito repellent. Good experience
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55100% worth the drive from gainesville. this place is awesome- amazing spot to work on recall, duck hunt training, or just let the pups run. for anxious drivers like me- if you use apple maps, its the driveway next to where apple maps takes you that has the gate shown in the pics of the spot. you can see the gate easily from the road, dont go down a long driveway or anything. Chris H.
Chris H.
May 2024
100% worth the drive from gainesville. this place is awesome- amazing spot to work on recall, duck hunt training, or just let the pups run. for anxious drivers like me- if you use apple maps, its the driveway next to where apple maps takes you that has the gate shown in the pics of the spot. you can see the gate easily from the road, dont go down a long driveway or anything.
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55Loved this sniff spot!! All 3 of my dogs had so much fun! Multiple agility courses, under the shade of trees, toys scattered throughout the area, seating for the humans, extra poop bags, and plenty of place for the dogs to run, play, and explore! Highly recommend this sniff spot and I will be coming back!! Since it is a wooded area we did see a tick on our dogs harness once we got home so beware of ticks and be sure your pet is up to date on prevention. :) Jayde G.
Jayde G.
May 2024
Loved this sniff spot!! All 3 of my dogs had so much fun! Multiple agility courses, under the shade of trees, toys scattered throughout the area, seating for the humans, extra poop bags, and plenty of place for the dogs to run, play, and explore! Highly recommend this sniff spot and I will be coming back!! Since it is a wooded area we did see a tick on our dogs harness once we got home so beware of ticks and be sure your pet is up to date on prevention. :)
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55Fantastic experience! Lots of shade, several camp chairs, and some agility equipment. It is well cleared with nice little trails. Definitely bring water for your pups (there’s at least one bowl there, but probably bring another just in case). Wendy M.
Wendy M.
May 2024
Fantastic experience! Lots of shade, several camp chairs, and some agility equipment. It is well cleared with nice little trails. Definitely bring water for your pups (there’s at least one bowl there, but probably bring another just in case).
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55Great spot, brand new and pristine fence all around and plenty of space to wander and sniff. Host was very responsive and everything was great. We look forward to coming back soon!
Ragnhildur B.
Ragnhildur B.
June 2024
Great spot, brand new and pristine fence all around and plenty of space to wander and sniff. Host was very responsive and everything was great. We look forward to coming back soon!
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55Such a wonderful place! Toys, obstacle equipment, LOTS of wooded area and lovely trails. Rocket & I enjoyed ourselves very much and will definitely be back. Thanks for having us! RocketDog M.
RocketDog M.
July 2024
Such a wonderful place! Toys, obstacle equipment, LOTS of wooded area and lovely trails. Rocket & I enjoyed ourselves very much and will definitely be back. Thanks for having us!
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55This is a great sniffspot! Secure fencing, with agility equipment and other thoughtful touches like water bowls and chairs. Appreciated the shade from the trees during this summer heat, too. My setter had a blast zooming through and taking in all the smells. Will definitely be back! Keara C.
Keara C.
July 2024
This is a great sniffspot! Secure fencing, with agility equipment and other thoughtful touches like water bowls and chairs. Appreciated the shade from the trees during this summer heat, too. My setter had a blast zooming through and taking in all the smells. Will definitely be back!
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55Our new favorite place! If you have children who love being outside, this is an awesome place for them to explore as well as your furry friends! Angel C.
Angel C.
August 2024
Our new favorite place! If you have children who love being outside, this is an awesome place for them to explore as well as your furry friends!
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55amazing as it was before. dog loved it and is POOPED from exploring. good place to throw his ball and let him sniff around for it when it goes into brush. we love it here.Chris H.
Chris H.
August 2024
amazing as it was before. dog loved it and is POOPED from exploring. good place to throw his ball and let him sniff around for it when it goes into brush. we love it here.
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55Such a great space! The host was super helpful in letting me know about the mosquitos before arrival! They are no joke, but we had the best time!Melissa B.
Melissa B.
August 2024
Such a great space! The host was super helpful in letting me know about the mosquitos before arrival! They are no joke, but we had the best time!
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55Nice improvements since our last visit. New picnic tables, nice paths around the edge, new fun obstacles for the dogs etc. TJ and Eric continue to maintain and improve the park.Barbara B.
Barbara B.
August 2024
Nice improvements since our last visit. New picnic tables, nice paths around the edge, new fun obstacles for the dogs etc. TJ and Eric continue to maintain and improve the park.
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55Pretty different post hurricanes! The pups enjoyed smelling all the fresh woodchips and dirt. The trails along the fenceline are nice to walk and then I enjoy the picnic table as the dogs run around the clearingJenny H.
Jenny H.
October 2024
Pretty different post hurricanes! The pups enjoyed smelling all the fresh woodchips and dirt. The trails along the fenceline are nice to walk and then I enjoy the picnic table as the dogs run around the clearing
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55Wonderful place to walk our dogs off leash. They loved playing and we found it to be very relaxing. Thank you for sharing your 3 acres with us for the afternoon. Looking forward to coming . Karen S.
Karen S.
November 2024
Wonderful place to walk our dogs off leash. They loved playing and we found it to be very relaxing. Thank you for sharing your 3 acres with us for the afternoon. Looking forward to coming . 
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55Awesome quiet spot with a nice woodsy area. My pups really enjoyed running around and exploring and we will definitely be back!
Note that in the front and back, there are gates that have a large enough gap for most dogs to jump through. (You can see what I mean if you look at the owner's pics). The back one just backs up to trees, but the front one is by the road and there is a yard with dogs across the street. One dog was just sitting at the fence but one was running around and barking. (The dog was only barking when I first arrived - I no longer heard barking once we were out of sight from them ) Just something to be cautious about if your dogs might try to escape.Kelly O.
Kelly O.
November 2024
Awesome quiet spot with a nice woodsy area. My pups really enjoyed running around and exploring and we will definitely be back!
Note that in the front and back, there are gates that have a large enough gap for most dogs to jump through. (You can see what I mean if you look at the owner's pics). The back one just backs up to trees, but the front one is by the road and there is a yard with dogs across the street. One dog was just sitting at the fence but one was running around and barking. (The dog was only barking when I first arrived - I no longer heard barking once we were out of sight from them ) Just something to be cautious about if your dogs might try to escape.
55This was a great quiet spot for my reactive doggos to sniff around and stretch their legs.
The owner has a little pup who quiets down once he meets you, as stated by the owner prior to our arrival, it was not an issue for my dogs and I.
There is sitting space and shaded areas too.Rommy H.
Rommy H.
May 2024
This was a great quiet spot for my reactive doggos to sniff around and stretch their legs.
The owner has a little pup who quiets down once he meets you, as stated by the owner prior to our arrival, it was not an issue for my dogs and I.
There is sitting space and shaded areas too.
How do Archer'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 our Archer 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. 94% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Archer 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 155 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 15 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.
Sniffspot has 155 fully fenced dog parks in or near Archer. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Archer?
The Archer area has 155 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 North Star Ranch Private Dog Park In Archer.