55Michelle's yard was very spacious, larger than it looked on the photos, which was nice and gave plenty of room for my big pups to run around and play. We found a couple balls to play with, and my pup was excited when he saw the little pool. The yard is right off of a busy street, the area seemed to be very lively and we met some friendly neighbors too. We brought our own water and with our extra long reservation I was happy when the owner brought out a big water bowl later on.
We had a great time playing fetch and running around and would love to come back sometime. Marilyn W.
Marilyn W.
August 2025
Michelle's yard was very spacious, larger than it looked on the photos, which was nice and gave plenty of room for my big pups to run around and play. We found a couple balls to play with, and my pup was excited when he saw the little pool. The yard is right off of a busy street, the area seemed to be very lively and we met some friendly neighbors too. We brought our own water and with our extra long reservation I was happy when the owner brought out a big water bowl later on.
We had a great time playing fetch and running around and would love to come back sometime.
Michelle's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Downers Grove | Sniffspot
55This spot is amazing! My dog loved the little pool and so much space to run. Thanks for a great experience & accepting my booking last min! Jennifer Z.
Jennifer Z.
August 2025
This spot is amazing! My dog loved the little pool and so much space to run. Thanks for a great experience & accepting my booking last min!
Michelle's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Downers Grove | Sniffspot
55Park was clean and as described. Michelle was kind enough to put fresh water in the kiddie pool for our dog. I did have trouble finding the driveway and had to Circle a couple times, but I think thats google maps fault for telling me I turned onto the wrong road when I didnt. We will go back! Olivia R.
Olivia R.
August 2025
Park was clean and as described. Michelle was kind enough to put fresh water in the kiddie pool for our dog. I did have trouble finding the driveway and had to Circle a couple times, but I think thats google maps fault for telling me I turned onto the wrong road when I didnt. We will go back!
Michelle's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Downers Grove | Sniffspot
55Out of all the sniff spots I have been to this is my absolute favorite. The hours are so flexible. There is so much shade when it is hot out. And the yard is so large and always clean. And I really appreciate the affordable price.Debra B.
Debra B.
August 2025
Out of all the sniff spots I have been to this is my absolute favorite. The hours are so flexible. There is so much shade when it is hot out. And the yard is so large and always clean. And I really appreciate the affordable price.
Michelle's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Downers Grove | Sniffspot
55Very nice yard in a quiet neighborhood. Lots of room to run and explore! Water hose was readily available and yard was partially shaded, which is nice on warm days. My dog had a blast!Pauline S.
Pauline S.
June 2025
Very nice yard in a quiet neighborhood. Lots of room to run and explore! Water hose was readily available and yard was partially shaded, which is nice on warm days. My dog had a blast!
Michelle's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Downers Grove | Sniffspot
55This is my third time back. My dog Francie had a wonderful time. There was plenty of shade. The yard is so huge. She is content to just sniff around and lay in the shade for an hour. We will be back.Debra B.
Debra B.
June 2025
This is my third time back. My dog Francie had a wonderful time. There was plenty of shade. The yard is so huge. She is content to just sniff around and lay in the shade for an hour. We will be back.
Michelle's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Downers Grove | Sniffspot
55This yard could not be any more perfect. My dog is not a very playful dog, but she had such a good time just sniffing around the entire yard. It is so clean and so shaded. It was really nice to have the table and chair for me to sit and relax in the shade.I also really appreciate the late notice. I booked just 20 minutes prior to arriving. My dog was so restless this morning and now she is sound asleep after spending an hour sniffing around this beautiful yard.Debra B.
Debra B.
June 2025
This yard could not be any more perfect. My dog is not a very playful dog, but she had such a good time just sniffing around the entire yard. It is so clean and so shaded. It was really nice to have the table and chair for me to sit and relax in the shade.I also really appreciate the late notice. I booked just 20 minutes prior to arriving. My dog was so restless this morning and now she is sound asleep after spending an hour sniffing around this beautiful yard.
Maria's Private Dog Park In Downers Grove | Sniffspot
55We appreciated the last minute reservation. We reserved at 12:10 and were there at 12:30: .The yard was spacious and clean. My dog enjoyed sniffing around and just relaxing in the shadeDebra B.
Debra B.
June 2025
We appreciated the last minute reservation. We reserved at 12:10 and were there at 12:30: .The yard was spacious and clean. My dog enjoyed sniffing around and just relaxing in the shade
Michelle's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Downers Grove | Sniffspot
55
The backyard was beautifully maintained—clean, spacious, and perfect for my pet to run around and explore freely. He had an amazing time enjoying every corner of the space, and it truly made for a memorable experience.
I’ll definitely be recommending this place to other pet parents and will surely be coming back for another visit!Tamilselvi M.
Tamilselvi M.
June 2025
The backyard was beautifully maintained—clean, spacious, and perfect for my pet to run around and explore freely. He had an amazing time enjoying every corner of the space, and it truly made for a memorable experience.
I’ll definitely be recommending this place to other pet parents and will surely be coming back for another visit!
Michelle's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Downers Grove | Sniffspot
55Great yard for your dog to sniff and run around in! Plenty of space!!! Only issue was that their dog came up to the glass sliding door which can trigger many dog/barrier reactive dogs! However I know I booked super last minute so it was definitely something I knew going into it! No fault on owner! Will definitely be back he was so tired and loved it!Jesenia D.
Jesenia D.
June 2025
Great yard for your dog to sniff and run around in! Plenty of space!!! Only issue was that their dog came up to the glass sliding door which can trigger many dog/barrier reactive dogs! However I know I booked super last minute so it was definitely something I knew going into it! No fault on owner! Will definitely be back he was so tired and loved it!
Michelle's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Downers Grove | Sniffspot
55Beautiful, large yard. Michelle and her family were amazing. They played with Miles ( my 160 lb Great Dane) and made him feel right at home. Thank you for your hospitality.Augustine S.
Augustine S.
May 2025
Beautiful, large yard. Michelle and her family were amazing. They played with Miles ( my 160 lb Great Dane) and made him feel right at home. Thank you for your hospitality.
Michelle's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Downers Grove | Sniffspot
55The yard is 100% perfect! My dog had a great time playing with the frisbee and resting in the shade. The owner left a table and chairs out in the shade with some dog treats. The yard is really huge and the price is so reasonable. We will be back.Debra B.
Debra B.
May 2025
The yard is 100% perfect! My dog had a great time playing with the frisbee and resting in the shade. The owner left a table and chairs out in the shade with some dog treats. The yard is really huge and the price is so reasonable. We will be back.
Michelle's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Downers Grove | Sniffspot
55Great visit! The spot was generally clean and I had no problem getting in / out. My dogs had so much fun. 😭 ❤️. Will definitely come back. Only suggestion would maybe be a small sign saying "sniff spot" or something at the gate. Jojovanni J.
Jojovanni J.
May 2025
Great visit! The spot was generally clean and I had no problem getting in / out. My dogs had so much fun. 😭 ❤️. Will definitely come back. Only suggestion would maybe be a small sign saying "sniff spot" or something at the gate.
Michelle's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Downers Grove | Sniffspot
55Loved this Sniffspot. Such a huge amount of space for our puppy to run around and catch a frisbee. At such a steal price too. We’ll definitely be coming back!Vivienne F.
Vivienne F.
May 2025
Loved this Sniffspot. Such a huge amount of space for our puppy to run around and catch a frisbee. At such a steal price too. We’ll definitely be coming back!
Michelle's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Downers Grove | Sniffspot
55My dog that loves to sniff and sniff plus to sprint and sprint enjoyed enormously our first visit! Nice spacious lot, pics available already, present it perfectly. Clean, fully fenced, good for dogs of all sizes. Fresh green grass, no mudd…
Park on 61st. Will come back again soonGordana P.
Gordana P.
May 2025
My dog that loves to sniff and sniff plus to sprint and sprint enjoyed enormously our first visit! Nice spacious lot, pics available already, present it perfectly. Clean, fully fenced, good for dogs of all sizes. Fresh green grass, no mudd…
Park on 61st. Will come back again soon
How do Downers Grove'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
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Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
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Reactive dogs welcome
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FAQ About Downers Grove 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. 7% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Downers Grove 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 593 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 860 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 Downers Grove have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 593 fully fenced dog parks in or near Downers Grove. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Downers Grove?
The Downers Grove area has 13 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 Christie's Private Dog Park In Plainfield.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Downers Grove?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Downers Grove. The most popular agility option is Urban Retreat.
Where in Downers Grove can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Downers Grove?
There are 127 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Downers Grove where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Katie's Private Dog Park In Lombard.
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