55Beautiful as always. One of our favorites. This time we did venture to the stream and the dogs had a wonderful time. It was super handy to have the hose available to get the mud off! Thanks for sharing your beautiful property! Robyn W.
Robyn W.
August 2024
Beautiful as always. One of our favorites. This time we did venture to the stream and the dogs had a wonderful time. It was super handy to have the hose available to get the mud off! Thanks for sharing your beautiful property!
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55Favorite Sniffspot of all time! Plenty of shade, tons of variety. The hill added an extra level of toughness to tire out my big dog, and she had an absolute blast in the creek. Alec S.
Alec S.
August 2024
Favorite Sniffspot of all time! Plenty of shade, tons of variety. The hill added an extra level of toughness to tire out my big dog, and she had an absolute blast in the creek.
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55You and your pup stuck in a no yard townhome? Tired of hearing the ambulance go by as you walk your pup? Then this is a spot for you and your pup. Visited this precious SniffSpot gem with the latest addition of our family, Milo. He's an energetic pup so having this spot as an option was truly a blessing. If you're anywhere near the DMV area this is a must try spot. 5 acres plus of pure dog heaven! Clean, spacious, and a lovely host. Water bowls, balls, and poop bags available. From the luscious tree line that welcomes you to the creek that calls out to you and asks you to stay awhile. You will want to come here again and again to spend some quality time with your pup. Angelica E.
Angelica E.
August 2024
You and your pup stuck in a no yard townhome? Tired of hearing the ambulance go by as you walk your pup? Then this is a spot for you and your pup. Visited this precious SniffSpot gem with the latest addition of our family, Milo. He's an energetic pup so having this spot as an option was truly a blessing. If you're anywhere near the DMV area this is a must try spot. 5 acres plus of pure dog heaven! Clean, spacious, and a lovely host. Water bowls, balls, and poop bags available. From the luscious tree line that welcomes you to the creek that calls out to you and asks you to stay awhile. You will want to come here again and again to spend some quality time with your pup.
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55Hands down the best Sniffspot we've been to so far. The grounds were gorgeous with varied topography and the place was pristine. Homie especially enjoyed the creek and romping through the woods. Sorry we entered through the wrong gate. It won't happen again. We'll be back.Pamela S.
Pamela S.
August 2024
Hands down the best Sniffspot we've been to so far. The grounds were gorgeous with varied topography and the place was pristine. Homie especially enjoyed the creek and romping through the woods. Sorry we entered through the wrong gate. It won't happen again. We'll be back.
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55This is a perfect place for your furry friends to run and enjoy the beautiful weather! My 5-year-old dog and 13-month-old baby had a blast at John’s sniff spot. It’s very spacious and maintained well, and it has lots of variety, including a small creek and little trail. We’ll definitely come back!Jayson K.
Jayson K.
August 2024
This is a perfect place for your furry friends to run and enjoy the beautiful weather! My 5-year-old dog and 13-month-old baby had a blast at John’s sniff spot. It’s very spacious and maintained well, and it has lots of variety, including a small creek and little trail. We’ll definitely come back!
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55The yard was so beautiful and well kept 😍 the owners are very thoughtful with their small touches (poop bags, water bowls, table and chairs, bug spray, balls and toys). Most importantly, Kingsley loved it and was so calm for the rest of the night! 😄CeeCee X.
CeeCee X.
August 2024
The yard was so beautiful and well kept 😍 the owners are very thoughtful with their small touches (poop bags, water bowls, table and chairs, bug spray, balls and toys). Most importantly, Kingsley loved it and was so calm for the rest of the night! 😄
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55I recently moved to the area and am thrilled that this Sniffspot is only a few minutes from my house. I take my dog here almost weekly. The space is always very clean & I appreciate that there is water, poop bags, and toys available. There are also some chairs conveniently positioned under the porch to sit in the shade on those warmer days! John has always been incredibly responsive & accommodating. Looking forward to lots of future playtime here!Kirby C.
Kirby C.
August 2024
I recently moved to the area and am thrilled that this Sniffspot is only a few minutes from my house. I take my dog here almost weekly. The space is always very clean & I appreciate that there is water, poop bags, and toys available. There are also some chairs conveniently positioned under the porch to sit in the shade on those warmer days! John has always been incredibly responsive & accommodating. Looking forward to lots of future playtime here!
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55Since we moved to the area, this is our favorite spot! The landscape is absolutely beautiful and large. The accommodations are exactly what we need and the drinking water for our dog is always clean when we arrive. We still need to try walking beyond the fence, but so far the fenced area is wonderful for our Haku boi!Katelyn G.
Katelyn G.
September 2024
Since we moved to the area, this is our favorite spot! The landscape is absolutely beautiful and large. The accommodations are exactly what we need and the drinking water for our dog is always clean when we arrive. We still need to try walking beyond the fence, but so far the fenced area is wonderful for our Haku boi!
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55John's sniffspot was great! It was well-kept, and the dogs had a great time exploring, running around, and fetching balls. They also loved exploring the trails outside the fenced area. Would recommend!Sally T.
Sally T.
September 2024
John's sniffspot was great! It was well-kept, and the dogs had a great time exploring, running around, and fetching balls. They also loved exploring the trails outside the fenced area. Would recommend!
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55My pup had a wonderful time running up and down the hill chasing tennis balls. He lost one in the row of logs so a fun game of hide and seek for the next guess. We didn’t venture to the creek or trails this time but will definitely be back and try that. Kimberly B.
Kimberly B.
September 2024
My pup had a wonderful time running up and down the hill chasing tennis balls. He lost one in the row of logs so a fun game of hide and seek for the next guess. We didn’t venture to the creek or trails this time but will definitely be back and try that.
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55Beautiful spacious spot. There is a large fenced in yard that also opens to an open small field where there is a creek. Lovely! My girls had a lot of fun!Victoria C.
Victoria C.
September 2024
Beautiful spacious spot. There is a large fenced in yard that also opens to an open small field where there is a creek. Lovely! My girls had a lot of fun!
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55This spot was very good. It has shade and chairs for humans and it definitely tired my dog going downhill and fetching the ball. He had balls and water available and it was very easy to find the place and park. Kryztal T.
Kryztal T.
September 2024
This spot was very good. It has shade and chairs for humans and it definitely tired my dog going downhill and fetching the ball. He had balls and water available and it was very easy to find the place and park.
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55This property is perfect if you’re looking for a place to run around with your pup! It’s surrounded by beautiful trees, the grass wis well maintained, and the yard is fully fenced. My dog was so happy the entire time. Highly recommended! Julia G.
Julia G.
September 2024
This property is perfect if you’re looking for a place to run around with your pup! It’s surrounded by beautiful trees, the grass wis well maintained, and the yard is fully fenced. My dog was so happy the entire time. Highly recommended!
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55We had a wonderful time at this spot! My pup loved playing ball and cooling off in the stream. Beautiful spot that will surely get even prettier with the Fall foliage! Kate B.
Kate B.
September 2024
We had a wonderful time at this spot! My pup loved playing ball and cooling off in the stream. Beautiful spot that will surely get even prettier with the Fall foliage!
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55clear instructions and a large, nature-filled property. John was very kind and provided us with one last sniffspot before we put our pup down. Jenny P.
Jenny P.
October 2024
clear instructions and a large, nature-filled property. John was very kind and provided us with one last sniffspot before we put our pup down.
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55Blizzard had a lot of fun running around here. Instructions were clear. Water for the dog and poop bags were provided. There was bug spray, hand sanitiser, and some toys in the seating area. We would come again.Jessica C.
Jessica C.
October 2024
Blizzard had a lot of fun running around here. Instructions were clear. Water for the dog and poop bags were provided. There was bug spray, hand sanitiser, and some toys in the seating area. We would come again.
How do Fairfax's private dog fields 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 Fairfax dog fields
Are dog fields safe?
If you are looking for an adventure, but also looking for safety, Sniffspot dog fields are a great option. While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, distracted dog owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private space for just you and doggy friends you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). Especially for training, privacy is ideal. Contrary to public dog parks, all Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog for off leash exercise or outdoor training. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars, while public dog parks often do not even have verified reviews. All payment is done securely online by credit card in a few simple clicks.
All park rental information is available online. Start by filtering parks by fencing, size and distractions, to find a private spot that works for your dog. If your dog has poor recall, you can visit one of our secure fields. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog fields where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can review the details of the listing to make sure it works as your desired activity space, for example, safe dog exercise, dog training, a stress-free adventure with your furry friend or even a puppy event. You can even check the park amenities chart for amenities such as indoor training facilities, agility field, synthetic turf, exercise balls or field parking availability in advance. If inclement weather is an issue or poor field conditions, you can reschedule your visit up to 2 hours in advance.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog field?
We require that all four-legged friends have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. Make sure to check host rules before visiting to ensure, for instance, that you are following allowable sports activities rules and any special events rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot field at the same time as me?
No. Facility rentals are for private play time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the area during visits, so this is perfect for a private adventure for you and your doggie friends, and perhaps a human friend. Hosts understand that many guests have dogs in training and are nervous owners. So when you book a Sniffspot dog field you have the entire private spot to yourself. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between time slots so you will not run into other guest dogs or a previous person when coming or leaving in the field parking area. Some hosts may have multiple fields, but there is always a buffer between fields.