55This place is a dream! There aren't many words to describe how amazing it feels to be able to take your dog to a place that has anything you can imagine and just let them be a dog. The hosts were wonderful and the property is fantastic! Meghan D.
Meghan D.
June 2025
This place is a dream! There aren't many words to describe how amazing it feels to be able to take your dog to a place that has anything you can imagine and just let them be a dog. The hosts were wonderful and the property is fantastic!
55It had been a few weeks since we had visited mama’s Homestead, and Tulip was so happy to be back! All of the upgrades to the property are noticed and appreciated, and as always tulip had a blast!Jody Z.
Jody Z.
June 2025
It had been a few weeks since we had visited mama’s Homestead, and Tulip was so happy to be back! All of the upgrades to the property are noticed and appreciated, and as always tulip had a blast!
55We have been looking for a place to let our dogs run free and explore. When I came across the reviews for this sniff spot, I was convinced that this was something we should try. The property was beautiful, quiet, and clean. Our two black labs had the best time zooming around and are exhausted - they have been snoring on the couch since we got home! Thank you for sharing your property with our dogs, and we will definitely be back ❤️Casey L.
Casey L.
June 2025
We have been looking for a place to let our dogs run free and explore. When I came across the reviews for this sniff spot, I was convinced that this was something we should try. The property was beautiful, quiet, and clean. Our two black labs had the best time zooming around and are exhausted - they have been snoring on the couch since we got home! Thank you for sharing your property with our dogs, and we will definitely be back ❤️
55Host was wonderful and provided detailed instructions on how to access the property. My dog and his friend had the best time exploring the wooded area and running in the open fields. We will definitely be back! Francesca M.
Francesca M.
June 2025
Host was wonderful and provided detailed instructions on how to access the property. My dog and his friend had the best time exploring the wooded area and running in the open fields. We will definitely be back!
55We had such a good time exploring this sniff spot! My dogs and I both loved seeing the chickens. Such a beautiful property with plenty of interesting spots to sniff Larissa P.
Larissa P.
June 2025
We had such a good time exploring this sniff spot! My dogs and I both loved seeing the chickens. Such a beautiful property with plenty of interesting spots to sniff
55We had a lot of fun visiting this space! The fencing was very secure. Trails for exploring and a big open yard for my dog that loves fetch. My little dog loved the chickens; that was a new experience for him. Anna B.
Anna B.
June 2025
We had a lot of fun visiting this space! The fencing was very secure. Trails for exploring and a big open yard for my dog that loves fetch. My little dog loved the chickens; that was a new experience for him.
5510000/10 would recommend this sniff spot! It truly is fully fenced and completely secure so we could fully relax and not have to worry. He loves to sniff and tends to get kinda bored at dog parks bc he thrives in wooded areas, trails, etc. So this was like a dream to him! He was so happy it literally brought tears to my eyes.Katelyn S.
Katelyn S.
June 2025
10000/10 would recommend this sniff spot! It truly is fully fenced and completely secure so we could fully relax and not have to worry. He loves to sniff and tends to get kinda bored at dog parks bc he thrives in wooded areas, trails, etc. So this was like a dream to him! He was so happy it literally brought tears to my eyes.
55Lots of things to sniff and lots of trails to run on. Loves interacting with the chickens and the goats. My dogs are sniffing around and running the whole time they’re there.Nina S.
Nina S.
June 2025
Lots of things to sniff and lots of trails to run on. Loves interacting with the chickens and the goats. My dogs are sniffing around and running the whole time they’re there.
55Great place to get my dog out to run and sniff for a bit. Fence was secure the whole way around. She loved playing Queen of the Hill on the dirt pile and watching the birds. We'll be back :)Jessica S.
Jessica S.
June 2025
Great place to get my dog out to run and sniff for a bit. Fence was secure the whole way around. She loved playing Queen of the Hill on the dirt pile and watching the birds. We'll be back :)
55Great location. The entire area was fenced with a tall fence. No other animals except for the chickens. Did have to keep our pup from walking through the compost piles, but the area was clean and really peaceful. Paxton M.
Paxton M.
May 2025
Great location. The entire area was fenced with a tall fence. No other animals except for the chickens. Did have to keep our pup from walking through the compost piles, but the area was clean and really peaceful.
55Such a beautiful spot. Our dog is always so interested in other animals but can be reactive on leash. Being able to see the chickens was so special for her!! Will definitely return!!Kristin B.
Kristin B.
May 2025
Such a beautiful spot. Our dog is always so interested in other animals but can be reactive on leash. Being able to see the chickens was so special for her!! Will definitely return!!
55First time sniffspotting. Ozzie was a little shy at the beginning, but quickly ran around all over. He had a great time, the yard was completely fenced and he got to explore all around. The owners were home, so he walked up to their backdoor several times, I think he wanted to introduce himself. :)KERRY F.
KERRY F.
May 2025
First time sniffspotting. Ozzie was a little shy at the beginning, but quickly ran around all over. He had a great time, the yard was completely fenced and he got to explore all around. The owners were home, so he walked up to their backdoor several times, I think he wanted to introduce himself. :)
55This is an awesome property for pups! Appreciated that the owners met us when we arrived and gave us a rundown of the space. Our dog had a blast interacting with the animals, exploring on the trails and having a ton of space to play fetch.Hannah L.
Hannah L.
May 2025
This is an awesome property for pups! Appreciated that the owners met us when we arrived and gave us a rundown of the space. Our dog had a blast interacting with the animals, exploring on the trails and having a ton of space to play fetch.
55This was our first sniff spot. It was so peaceful! Our 4 yo AmStaff/American Bulldog mix has the best time running free and playing ball. She’s never had the chance to roll in the grass before and loved it!Kristin B.
Kristin B.
May 2025
This was our first sniff spot. It was so peaceful! Our 4 yo AmStaff/American Bulldog mix has the best time running free and playing ball. She’s never had the chance to roll in the grass before and loved it!
How do Galena'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 Galena 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. 6% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Galena 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 191 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 312 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 Galena?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Galena is Alum Creek State Park. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Galena have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 191 fully fenced dog parks in or near Galena. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Galena?
The Galena area has 3 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 Peerless Paws.
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