55We had a blast! Easy to access, no dogs/human distractions when we were there! Great for a nervous dog. Nice water access and places to sit if you like that. Warning there are tennis balls if that is a thing for you. We just picked them up.Alicia C.
Alicia C.
May 2023
We had a blast! Easy to access, no dogs/human distractions when we were there! Great for a nervous dog. Nice water access and places to sit if you like that. Warning there are tennis balls if that is a thing for you. We just picked them up.
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55So perfect for everyone. Large space, shade tree, water hose, bowl, plenty of seating, smoking area, fully fenced, privacy respected, easy to find, very green lucious grass with flowers to the side. Laura G.
Laura G.
May 2023
So perfect for everyone. Large space, shade tree, water hose, bowl, plenty of seating, smoking area, fully fenced, privacy respected, easy to find, very green lucious grass with flowers to the side.
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55Excellent yard! Very clean, peaceful, large and beautiful with lots of shade. Chain link fence is very secure around the whole perimeter, and gates go to the ground. I have small dogs, so I just had to watch them to make sure they didn’t just hang out under the large bushes, looking for rabbits. I also like that there is a patio instead of a deck, as my littles always try to get under things. We will definitely visit again! Tina J.
Tina J.
July 2023
Excellent yard! Very clean, peaceful, large and beautiful with lots of shade. Chain link fence is very secure around the whole perimeter, and gates go to the ground. I have small dogs, so I just had to watch them to make sure they didn’t just hang out under the large bushes, looking for rabbits. I also like that there is a patio instead of a deck, as my littles always try to get under things. We will definitely visit again!
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55We love visiting this spot! Phoebe loves exploring the shrubs and sniffing. There's plenty of room for running and fetch, too. We've visited several times, and will be back soon! Valerie B.
Valerie B.
November 2023
We love visiting this spot! Phoebe loves exploring the shrubs and sniffing. There's plenty of room for running and fetch, too. We've visited several times, and will be back soon!
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55Finding the spot, parking, and getting in were all so easy! At one point the neighbor dog was on the other side of the chain-link fence, but he was so calm that the two dogs just sniffed each other and went about their business. Fully fenced with no gaps as advertised, so I didn't have to worry about her escaping and she had a blast sniffing and playing fetch!Clare D.
Clare D.
December 2023
Finding the spot, parking, and getting in were all so easy! At one point the neighbor dog was on the other side of the chain-link fence, but he was so calm that the two dogs just sniffed each other and went about their business. Fully fenced with no gaps as advertised, so I didn't have to worry about her escaping and she had a blast sniffing and playing fetch!
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55This was the perfect space for our doggo! Plenty of space, clean, and there weren’t any neighboring dogs or people around. We had a great time! Can’t wait to come back! Ciara L.
Ciara L.
March 2024
This was the perfect space for our doggo! Plenty of space, clean, and there weren’t any neighboring dogs or people around. We had a great time! Can’t wait to come back!
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55Great spot and great communication! I would book again and recommend. Had trash can for dog waste and a bowl and hose for water. Grass cut, dogs enjoyed! Natalia A.
Natalia A.
June 2024
Great spot and great communication! I would book again and recommend. Had trash can for dog waste and a bowl and hose for water. Grass cut, dogs enjoyed!
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55Great space. Easy to find, fully fenced. There is a dog next door but seems pretty chill. Not a complaint, just a FYI, the gate latch on the NW entrance is a little tricky as it gets caught on the fence, took a little finagling but got it open after a few seconds. Highly recommended this space. Matt S.
Matt S.
June 2024
Great space. Easy to find, fully fenced. There is a dog next door but seems pretty chill. Not a complaint, just a FYI, the gate latch on the NW entrance is a little tricky as it gets caught on the fence, took a little finagling but got it open after a few seconds. Highly recommended this space.
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55Dogs had a great time, we didn’t stay the whole time. One thing is that the information on the house said it had two entrances so we used the one on the right side of the house, not knowing that the left side had been left open and our dogs did get out and we had to chase them down. Our fault for not checking both sides. Colleen H.
Colleen H.
October 2024
Dogs had a great time, we didn’t stay the whole time. One thing is that the information on the house said it had two entrances so we used the one on the right side of the house, not knowing that the left side had been left open and our dogs did get out and we had to chase them down. Our fault for not checking both sides.
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55This is a lovely large backyard with plenty of room for dogs to run and play. Note- you will want to make sure both gates are closed before you let your dogs loose.Sheila W.
Sheila W.
October 2024
This is a lovely large backyard with plenty of room for dogs to run and play. Note- you will want to make sure both gates are closed before you let your dogs loose.
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55This was exactly what our two pups needed! The yard was clean and the fence was secure, so we were able to all let loose and play. Thanks so much! Kelly S.
Kelly S.
October 2024
This was exactly what our two pups needed! The yard was clean and the fence was secure, so we were able to all let loose and play. Thanks so much!
Jordan's Private Dog Park and Prairie in Des Moines | Sniffspot
55My pup and I had the best time! We took advantage the zipline and shade. It was a very hot day so I was glad to have use of the water hose so I could spray him down a little. Jordan had super fast communication and even spent time making sure we had everything we needed. I look forward to exploring the rest of the area in the future!Julia B.
Julia B.
June 2024
My pup and I had the best time! We took advantage the zipline and shade. It was a very hot day so I was glad to have use of the water hose so I could spray him down a little. Jordan had super fast communication and even spent time making sure we had everything we needed. I look forward to exploring the rest of the area in the future!
Charity's Private Dog Park In Des Moines | Sniffspot
55Our fav spot yet!!! Our dogs loved the various water spots. The host left treats, toys, towels, and so much fun!! Our pups were so exhausted we had to leave early to get them in some AC lol! Silvia V.
Silvia V.
July 2023
Our fav spot yet!!! Our dogs loved the various water spots. The host left treats, toys, towels, and so much fun!! Our pups were so exhausted we had to leave early to get them in some AC lol!
Charity's Private Dog Park In Des Moines | Sniffspot
55We had a blast! The host went above and beyond. There’s brand new toys, so many dog treats, a sprinkler, kiddie pool, and more!! There is a section of the fence that is 3 feet tall as stated in the post. There are two dogs living on the other side of the fence, and two really nice neighbors. Just something to keep in mind if your dog is reactive to other dogs. Thanks!! Maddie L.
Maddie L.
July 2023
We had a blast! The host went above and beyond. There’s brand new toys, so many dog treats, a sprinkler, kiddie pool, and more!! There is a section of the fence that is 3 feet tall as stated in the post. There are two dogs living on the other side of the fence, and two really nice neighbors. Just something to keep in mind if your dog is reactive to other dogs. Thanks!!
Charity's Private Dog Park In Des Moines | Sniffspot
55Lots of space for your dog to run and it was so nice they included toys, treats, and seating! Brenna S.
Brenna S.
August 2023
Lots of space for your dog to run and it was so nice they included toys, treats, and seating!
How do Des Moines'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 Des Moines 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. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Des Moines 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 58 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 5 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 Des Moines have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 58 fully fenced dog parks in or near Des Moines. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Des Moines?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Des Moines. The most popular agility option is Bobbijo's Private Dog Park In Des Moines.
Where in Des Moines can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Des Moines?
There are 10 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Des Moines where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is 30ac Private Dog/Horse Park In New Virginia.
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