55Great place to go for a stroll with my rescue who can’t go to dog parks! Pull all the way through the wooded area for a nice parking area (plenty of room to turn around). Multiple benches and various trails to follow. It’s not too far out of town but very open and private! There’s a mowed area for playing and then clearly mowed trails/paths. It is largely surrounded by more open land, so we didn’t need to worry about other dogs (woohoo!). We will definitely be going back, and I can’t wait to see how beautiful it is in the summer! Communication was also excellent—I really appreciated that. Samantha K.
Samantha K.
November 2021
Great place to go for a stroll with my rescue who can’t go to dog parks! Pull all the way through the wooded area for a nice parking area (plenty of room to turn around). Multiple benches and various trails to follow. It’s not too far out of town but very open and private! There’s a mowed area for playing and then clearly mowed trails/paths. It is largely surrounded by more open land, so we didn’t need to worry about other dogs (woohoo!). We will definitely be going back, and I can’t wait to see how beautiful it is in the summer! Communication was also excellent—I really appreciated that.
55I really enjoyed this SniffSpot. It is mostly fenced but the areas where it is not can be easily avoided. The main entrance parking area is far enough away from the road that I had no concerns that my dogs would encounter it. The trails were very clear and well-maintained, and I also appreciated the trash bin for poop bags! We will definitely be back!Abby L.
Abby L.
November 2021
I really enjoyed this SniffSpot. It is mostly fenced but the areas where it is not can be easily avoided. The main entrance parking area is far enough away from the road that I had no concerns that my dogs would encounter it. The trails were very clear and well-maintained, and I also appreciated the trash bin for poop bags! We will definitely be back!
55Great spot! Was to afraid to let my Boxer off leash with few openings but my Boston Terrier did great off leash. Lots of small wildlife, places to sniff and pee without worry of other dogs or people. Will visit again. 👍🏻Amber L.
Amber L.
November 2021
Great spot! Was to afraid to let my Boxer off leash with few openings but my Boston Terrier did great off leash. Lots of small wildlife, places to sniff and pee without worry of other dogs or people. Will visit again. 👍🏻
55Nicely groomed trails! I keep my busy terrier on a long line because his recall skills are iffy-to-nonexistent, so the partial fencing wasn’t a concern for us. There are some gaps in the fenced part though, so if your dog doesn’t have solid recall either, I think a long leash is the way to go. I’m thrilled that this place is close enough where I can pile my dog in the car and get some good sniffs in before work! Lovely spot. Laura B.
Laura B.
December 2021
Nicely groomed trails! I keep my busy terrier on a long line because his recall skills are iffy-to-nonexistent, so the partial fencing wasn’t a concern for us. There are some gaps in the fenced part though, so if your dog doesn’t have solid recall either, I think a long leash is the way to go. I’m thrilled that this place is close enough where I can pile my dog in the car and get some good sniffs in before work! Lovely spot.
55This place was amazing. Exactly as advertised. I also liked the signage telling you where to enter and park. It was a great place to play fetch with my dogs. Highly recommend it.Katie E.
Katie E.
August 2021
This place was amazing. Exactly as advertised. I also liked the signage telling you where to enter and park. It was a great place to play fetch with my dogs. Highly recommend it.
55This place it the best. Good variety of groomed trails and beautiful view. My dog love it! Well worth the cost. So grateful for this resource!!!Jen H.
Jen H.
August 2021
This place it the best. Good variety of groomed trails and beautiful view. My dog love it! Well worth the cost. So grateful for this resource!!!
55It’s a little confusing to find the gate and parking spot. Take the first driveway, go past the semitrailer on the left and go to the right through the gate to the parking area. Shut the gat behind you.Denise W.
Denise W.
August 2021
It’s a little confusing to find the gate and parking spot. Take the first driveway, go past the semitrailer on the left and go to the right through the gate to the parking area. Shut the gat behind you.
55100% worth the drive from MPLS! This is an incredible space. We had so much fun walking the trails, practicing recall and enjoying the gorgeous woods and fields. Hallie B.
Hallie B.
September 2021
100% worth the drive from MPLS! This is an incredible space. We had so much fun walking the trails, practicing recall and enjoying the gorgeous woods and fields.
55Wonderful area for pups to run! Our first time here, we pulled through the field gate and was met by a lady (owner) who explained the area to us. We shut the gate to secure it and unloaded our pups. They ran the fields and woods all by themselves! The paths were groomed well and one side had shade and our dogs loved it. We walked a couple of trails in the woods as well. Great sniff spot and will be back for sure. Fall and winter will be a place for us to take them too.
Carol G.
Carol G.
September 2021
Wonderful area for pups to run! Our first time here, we pulled through the field gate and was met by a lady (owner) who explained the area to us. We shut the gate to secure it and unloaded our pups. They ran the fields and woods all by themselves! The paths were groomed well and one side had shade and our dogs loved it. We walked a couple of trails in the woods as well. Great sniff spot and will be back for sure. Fall and winter will be a place for us to take them too.
55Such a great place to visit with the Labradors gals! It is guaranteed to wear them out physically and mentally. Lots of sniffing to be done!Brooke D.
Brooke D.
September 2021
Such a great place to visit with the Labradors gals! It is guaranteed to wear them out physically and mentally. Lots of sniffing to be done!
55The property was amazing! Brought my 3 Vizslas and a Aussie puppy along. We rented the golf cart and really let them run! It was amazing. Only wish I would have scheduled 2 hours. One was just not long enough. Hosts were great as well! Rebecca S.
Rebecca S.
September 2021
The property was amazing! Brought my 3 Vizslas and a Aussie puppy along. We rented the golf cart and really let them run! It was amazing. Only wish I would have scheduled 2 hours. One was just not long enough. Hosts were great as well!
55We couldn’t have been happier. Beautiful spaces, well-maintained trails, amenities, and an exhausted dog at the end of our hour. The host is gracious and generous with plans for the future like a spot for dogs to swim. Probably the very best day my dog has had since I adopted him. Rachel W.
Rachel W.
September 2021
We couldn’t have been happier. Beautiful spaces, well-maintained trails, amenities, and an exhausted dog at the end of our hour. The host is gracious and generous with plans for the future like a spot for dogs to swim. Probably the very best day my dog has had since I adopted him.
55An hour is almost too much! My dogs are so excited when we get there. They run and jump and play. They are almost too tired to get back in the car after. A trip to this Sniff Spot is always money well spent! Jen H.
Jen H.
September 2021
An hour is almost too much! My dogs are so excited when we get there. They run and jump and play. They are almost too tired to get back in the car after. A trip to this Sniff Spot is always money well spent!
55We LOVE this place! Our 2nd time here. We drive 2 1/2 hrs to get here and it is soooo worth it. We booked it for two hours and our 2 dogs ran for the full 2 hours. It is such a beautiful spot and so well taken care of. The paths through the woods are great. I got great exercise walking around and around the paths. My husband has a hard time walking so we rent the golf cart the owners offer and it is so fun & helpful. We really appreciate it. We look forward to coming back this winter.Cindy M.
Cindy M.
October 2021
We LOVE this place! Our 2nd time here. We drive 2 1/2 hrs to get here and it is soooo worth it. We booked it for two hours and our 2 dogs ran for the full 2 hours. It is such a beautiful spot and so well taken care of. The paths through the woods are great. I got great exercise walking around and around the paths. My husband has a hard time walking so we rent the golf cart the owners offer and it is so fun & helpful. We really appreciate it. We look forward to coming back this winter.
55Shaggy and I had a lovely jaunt! The property is beautiful and well-maintained, and I had no difficulty finding it. It took me a second to figure out the gate latch but I got it! I kept Shaggy on his long line, as his nose is better than his recall skills, and he’s black and super fast with bionic little jumping legs. He was perfectly happy with that! Great spot, thank you!Laura B.
Laura B.
October 2021
Shaggy and I had a lovely jaunt! The property is beautiful and well-maintained, and I had no difficulty finding it. It took me a second to figure out the gate latch but I got it! I kept Shaggy on his long line, as his nose is better than his recall skills, and he’s black and super fast with bionic little jumping legs. He was perfectly happy with that! Great spot, thank you!
55This was our first Sniffspot we visited and had a great time! Our pup Reggie loved exploring the area and it was a great way to start our off leash training with him. I would highly recommend coming here to let your dogs explore!Mitch S.
Mitch S.
October 2021
This was our first Sniffspot we visited and had a great time! Our pup Reggie loved exploring the area and it was a great way to start our off leash training with him. I would highly recommend coming here to let your dogs explore!
55Great spot! We added the golf cart and our dogs really enjoyed running the acreage. It was a welcome break from traveling north. Will visit again if we are able. Kirsti L.
Kirsti L.
October 2021
Great spot! We added the golf cart and our dogs really enjoyed running the acreage. It was a welcome break from traveling north. Will visit again if we are able.
55Wonderfully groomed trails through the woods and field. Fall is a beautiful time to visit. We have 2 exhausted and happy pups! Jessica S.
Jessica S.
October 2021
Wonderfully groomed trails through the woods and field. Fall is a beautiful time to visit. We have 2 exhausted and happy pups!
How do Elk Mound'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 Elk Mound 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. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Elk Mound 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 15 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 4 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 Elk Mound have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 15 fully fenced dog parks in or near Elk Mound. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Elk Mound?
The Elk Mound area has 7 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 10 Beautiful Acres with River 12 minutes from Hudson WI.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Elk Mound?