55I visited Poppy's Play Prairie with my three pups, and I cannot recommend this place highly enough, it truly felt like dog heaven on earth.
There’s a beautiful stream, well-kept trails, and plenty of off-trail space for adventurous exploring.
Everything was clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed, while still maintaining a fun, wilderness vibe.
My dogs had an absolute blast, and I loved seeing them so happy and free.
If you’re looking for the perfect balance of nature, adventure, and comfort for your dogs, this is the place!
Shawna B.
Shawna B.
August 2025
I visited Poppy's Play Prairie with my three pups, and I cannot recommend this place highly enough, it truly felt like dog heaven on earth.
There’s a beautiful stream, well-kept trails, and plenty of off-trail space for adventurous exploring.
Everything was clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed, while still maintaining a fun, wilderness vibe.
My dogs had an absolute blast, and I loved seeing them so happy and free.
If you’re looking for the perfect balance of nature, adventure, and comfort for your dogs, this is the place!
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55Absolutely beautiful piece of land with multiple different terrains for dogs (and humans) to explore! Well maintained grassy paths, wooded trails, and a sweet little creek running through the area gave my dogs mental and physical exercise. I left with two TIRED OUT pups :)Samantha Q.
Samantha Q.
August 2025
Absolutely beautiful piece of land with multiple different terrains for dogs (and humans) to explore! Well maintained grassy paths, wooded trails, and a sweet little creek running through the area gave my dogs mental and physical exercise. I left with two TIRED OUT pups :)
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55We love it here so much. Frankie had the best time on her birthday, the trails are her racetrack. Always so much to sniff for Ellie too!
Be smarter than me and protect yourself with appropriate clothing and bug spray, the mosquitos can be wicked in the woods this time of year!Kelsey H.
Kelsey H.
August 2025
We love it here so much. Frankie had the best time on her birthday, the trails are her racetrack. Always so much to sniff for Ellie too!
Be smarter than me and protect yourself with appropriate clothing and bug spray, the mosquitos can be wicked in the woods this time of year!
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55Amazing! It really felt like you are in a national park for just you and your dogs. The trails, creek, and bridge were awesome! Even after a rainy morning the trails were easy to walk. It was really nice knowing that no matter which way you went it would loop you back to your car! Will definitely be back 😊Melissa M.
Melissa M.
August 2025
Amazing! It really felt like you are in a national park for just you and your dogs. The trails, creek, and bridge were awesome! Even after a rainy morning the trails were easy to walk. It was really nice knowing that no matter which way you went it would loop you back to your car! Will definitely be back 😊
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55This is our favorite Sniffspot. Our border collie loves to run on the trails. 4 different trails, we loop around twice and it takes about an hour or less. Our dog is tired out and happy by thenDeanna W.
Deanna W.
August 2025
This is our favorite Sniffspot. Our border collie loves to run on the trails. 4 different trails, we loop around twice and it takes about an hour or less. Our dog is tired out and happy by then
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55Very cute spot!! We loved the trails and the dogs loved the little creek!! I felt like we had plenty of privacy and if you don’t want to go by the house or road, there’s still a ton of area for the dogs to explore and be in their own world. Definitely will go back! Hannah M.
Hannah M.
August 2025
Very cute spot!! We loved the trails and the dogs loved the little creek!! I felt like we had plenty of privacy and if you don’t want to go by the house or road, there’s still a ton of area for the dogs to explore and be in their own world. Definitely will go back!
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55We had the best time at this Sniff Spot! I think this might’ve been the happiest my dog Rosie has been in all her 6 years—she was in pure sniffing heaven. We wandered the trails while she led the way, totally in her element.
The host was super thoughtful and left out extras like poop bags, tick spray for the dogs, and bug spray for humans—such a nice gesture! Pro tip: definitely use the bug spray!
One heads-up: if it’s recently rained, plan to get a little muddy. Some of the trails had steeper sections that were slick, but we managed just fine.
All in all, such a great experience. We can’t wait to come back!
Jordan C.
Jordan C.
July 2025
We had the best time at this Sniff Spot! I think this might’ve been the happiest my dog Rosie has been in all her 6 years—she was in pure sniffing heaven. We wandered the trails while she led the way, totally in her element.
The host was super thoughtful and left out extras like poop bags, tick spray for the dogs, and bug spray for humans—such a nice gesture! Pro tip: definitely use the bug spray!
One heads-up: if it’s recently rained, plan to get a little muddy. Some of the trails had steeper sections that were slick, but we managed just fine.
All in all, such a great experience. We can’t wait to come back!
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55I initially ended up at the wrong spot but then was able to find it! The access was as described and I was very thankful for the bug spray (both for people and dogs !). Will be back again!Stephanie P.
Stephanie P.
July 2025
I initially ended up at the wrong spot but then was able to find it! The access was as described and I was very thankful for the bug spray (both for people and dogs !). Will be back again!
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55This is the second time my dogs and I have been to this Sniffspot. It was another great experience. My dogs loved exploring the trails and had a great time splashing around in the creek (and the mud lol). Bug spray and poop bags were provided which was a nice touch! Chelsey W.
Chelsey W.
July 2025
This is the second time my dogs and I have been to this Sniffspot. It was another great experience. My dogs loved exploring the trails and had a great time splashing around in the creek (and the mud lol). Bug spray and poop bags were provided which was a nice touch!
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55Amazing property! My dog and I loved it. Especially appreciated the bug spray we the mosquitoes were in full force. Really easy to find and navigate. Karli T.
Karli T.
July 2025
Amazing property! My dog and I loved it. Especially appreciated the bug spray we the mosquitoes were in full force. Really easy to find and navigate.
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55This Sniffspot was perfect for my reactive dog! It was quiet, private, and completely stress-free—exactly what we needed. There was plenty of open land for running and playing, and the scenery was absolutely beautiful. You can really tell the host put care into making it a peaceful, safe space. We’ll definitely be coming back!Riley H.
Riley H.
June 2025
This Sniffspot was perfect for my reactive dog! It was quiet, private, and completely stress-free—exactly what we needed. There was plenty of open land for running and playing, and the scenery was absolutely beautiful. You can really tell the host put care into making it a peaceful, safe space. We’ll definitely be coming back!
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55This was a TOP TIER sniff spot! Lambeau and I both enjoyed the trails, creek, and beauty. There were also toys and agility equipment available, which was awesome to see. Instructions were easy, and there was bug spray and other supplies at the entrance. Super handy. This was a 10/10 spot and experience!Vanessa M.
Vanessa M.
June 2025
This was a TOP TIER sniff spot! Lambeau and I both enjoyed the trails, creek, and beauty. There were also toys and agility equipment available, which was awesome to see. Instructions were easy, and there was bug spray and other supplies at the entrance. Super handy. This was a 10/10 spot and experience!
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55We loved the trails through the woods as well as the creek running through the middle. Both the shade and water were perfect for the dogs to cool off while having fun! We definitely plan to come back!Emily M.
Emily M.
June 2025
We loved the trails through the woods as well as the creek running through the middle. Both the shade and water were perfect for the dogs to cool off while having fun! We definitely plan to come back!
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55Loved it! We hiked the whole thing. Loved the wild flowers and the space for the dogs to run. We will be returning. 10/10. Such a great place! Samantha N.
Samantha N.
June 2025
Loved it! We hiked the whole thing. Loved the wild flowers and the space for the dogs to run. We will be returning. 10/10. Such a great place!
How do Chaska'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 Chaska 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. 2% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Chaska 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 248 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 445 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.
What is the best dog beach near Chaska?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Chaska is Crow Hassan Dog Park. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Chaska have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 248 fully fenced dog parks in or near Chaska. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Chaska?
The Chaska area has 11 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 Acker's 10 Acre Private Dog Park In Afton.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Chaska?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Chaska. The most popular agility option is Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun!.
Where in Chaska can I find a pool for dog swimming?
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