55This is a great property with a clean, big pool and plenty of yard space. The chairs are really nice and there’s also a big, shady tree that the dogs loved to hang out under in between swims. We will be back!Laura F.
Laura F.
May 2023
This is a great property with a clean, big pool and plenty of yard space. The chairs are really nice and there’s also a big, shady tree that the dogs loved to hang out under in between swims. We will be back!
55This was THE BEST find in Gainesville!! I have been wanting to find a pool to rent or use in town for my dog to swim in and this place delivered!! We took both of our dogs to come play here and the yard was giant and the pool was the perfect addition! Thank you, we can’t wait to come back again soon! 🐾Meleah B.
Meleah B.
May 2023
This was THE BEST find in Gainesville!! I have been wanting to find a pool to rent or use in town for my dog to swim in and this place delivered!! We took both of our dogs to come play here and the yard was giant and the pool was the perfect addition! Thank you, we can’t wait to come back again soon! 🐾
55My dogs love to swim and their pool was awesome! First a run in the beautiful yard and then swim, swim is all they wanted. We will be back again!Lynn C.
Lynn C.
May 2023
My dogs love to swim and their pool was awesome! First a run in the beautiful yard and then swim, swim is all they wanted. We will be back again!
55Easy location to find! Our pup had a great time. Although he kept testing his limits as he kept hinting he wanted to get in the pool. Next time we'll add the pool. Host left some toys to play with even we brought some of our own. Great space great backyard and lots of shaded area. Definitely coming back!
The neighbor does have a little doggie that was out roaming around the cul-de-sac so for those dogs that are dog reactive just be aware of that in the area but great spot nonetheless. Melissa F.
Melissa F.
June 2023
Easy location to find! Our pup had a great time. Although he kept testing his limits as he kept hinting he wanted to get in the pool. Next time we'll add the pool. Host left some toys to play with even we brought some of our own. Great space great backyard and lots of shaded area. Definitely coming back!
The neighbor does have a little doggie that was out roaming around the cul-de-sac so for those dogs that are dog reactive just be aware of that in the area but great spot nonetheless.
55Our pups had SO much fun here!! Beautiful, clean space with tons of room to swim and play. We would love to come back for some more summer fun!Maddie L.
Maddie L.
June 2023
Our pups had SO much fun here!! Beautiful, clean space with tons of room to swim and play. We would love to come back for some more summer fun!
55My dogs absolutely loved having the space to run around and loved swimming in the pool and we will definitely be back again. My girl is an escape artist so it gave me peace of mind with the 6ft fenceSarah S.
Sarah S.
June 2023
My dogs absolutely loved having the space to run around and loved swimming in the pool and we will definitely be back again. My girl is an escape artist so it gave me peace of mind with the 6ft fence
55This is my first time using Sniffspot and I am glad this is my first Sniffspot place. My dog loves it. He zoomied around and sniffed everything. He was a bit nervous to go in the pool, but he did went in once eventually. I can’t wait to come back again! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful yard with us! Ashley Thao T.
Ashley Thao T.
June 2023
This is my first time using Sniffspot and I am glad this is my first Sniffspot place. My dog loves it. He zoomied around and sniffed everything. He was a bit nervous to go in the pool, but he did went in once eventually. I can’t wait to come back again! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful yard with us!
55Great pool! Quite and peaceful. My dog had a wonderful swim session.
One set of small stairs - my dog isn’t a jump into the water kinda boy, so took him a minute to figure out how to get in. But a nice larger pool for swimming once he figure it out.Samantha H.
Samantha H.
June 2023
Great pool! Quite and peaceful. My dog had a wonderful swim session.
One set of small stairs - my dog isn’t a jump into the water kinda boy, so took him a minute to figure out how to get in. But a nice larger pool for swimming once he figure it out.
55The fencing was secure; the yard was clean with no visible neighbors and the pool was great. The dogs were not super brave, but they're not in general and we plan to try again next week! It was enough of a sniffy adventure that they are exhausted even without a real swim.Cindy C.
Cindy C.
June 2023
The fencing was secure; the yard was clean with no visible neighbors and the pool was great. The dogs were not super brave, but they're not in general and we plan to try again next week! It was enough of a sniffy adventure that they are exhausted even without a real swim.
55Our pup-pup had a great time. The yard and pool were clean. We're glad they had water bowls that he could use and he loved the toys. We will be taking our dog there again. David K.
David K.
June 2023
Our pup-pup had a great time. The yard and pool were clean. We're glad they had water bowls that he could use and he loved the toys. We will be taking our dog there again.
55The pups had an amazing time here! The pool was perfect for a hot summer day in Florida. Private, quiet, and lots of space to run. We'll definitely be back! Laurel L.
Laurel L.
June 2023
The pups had an amazing time here! The pool was perfect for a hot summer day in Florida. Private, quiet, and lots of space to run. We'll definitely be back!
55This place was great!! Definitely would recommend. The only issue was the stairs are small and have a railing in the middle which made it hard for my dog who’s not totally sold on swimming to confidently get in the pool. But if your dog loves water, this place is amazing!!Marni F.
Marni F.
June 2023
This place was great!! Definitely would recommend. The only issue was the stairs are small and have a railing in the middle which made it hard for my dog who’s not totally sold on swimming to confidently get in the pool. But if your dog loves water, this place is amazing!!
55Wonderful, large pool and shady yard. We had a blast! Quiet neighborhood. Many extras included such as dog toys, water bowls, etc. Loved it! Highly recommend. Christy J.
Christy J.
June 2023
Wonderful, large pool and shady yard. We had a blast! Quiet neighborhood. Many extras included such as dog toys, water bowls, etc. Loved it! Highly recommend.
55Nice swim for my pup who had cancer in his leg so he got some much needed exercise which made him very happy. The pool and the entire area were clean. We went early evening and it was very quiet and peaceful.Catherine L.
Catherine L.
June 2023
Nice swim for my pup who had cancer in his leg so he got some much needed exercise which made him very happy. The pool and the entire area were clean. We went early evening and it was very quiet and peaceful.
55Huge pool! Great private backyard. Toys and poo cleanup equipment were all provided. It was a super nice space. My dogs love to swim and love water but sadly they were not fans of the pool because it was hard for them to get in and out. They might get more comfortable over time. The stairs to get in and out are a bit small but I’m sure a bigger dog would be able to do it easily.
They did love smelling everything and playing chase and fetch in the yard! You should definitely give it a shot!! 100% recommend. Stephanie S.
Stephanie S.
June 2023
Huge pool! Great private backyard. Toys and poo cleanup equipment were all provided. It was a super nice space. My dogs love to swim and love water but sadly they were not fans of the pool because it was hard for them to get in and out. They might get more comfortable over time. The stairs to get in and out are a bit small but I’m sure a bigger dog would be able to do it easily.
They did love smelling everything and playing chase and fetch in the yard! You should definitely give it a shot!! 100% recommend.
55Everything was great and exactly as the posting advertised! If your doggos are not used to water the steps are very steep. But ours LOVED running around the yard!Kellie W.
Kellie W.
June 2023
Everything was great and exactly as the posting advertised! If your doggos are not used to water the steps are very steep. But ours LOVED running around the yard!
55Our dogs had the best time! This Sniffspot is super clean and easy to access. The area is very spacious for the dogs to run, play and explore. And the pool is so wonderful! Paola D.
Paola D.
June 2023
Our dogs had the best time! This Sniffspot is super clean and easy to access. The area is very spacious for the dogs to run, play and explore. And the pool is so wonderful!
55Love this spot! It’s a well maintained backyard in a quiet cul-de-sac and there was plenty of shade when I went at 10:30-11:30. The only thing that might be a problem (if you’re not in the pool the whole time) is the fire ants. Aubrey M.
Aubrey M.
July 2023
Love this spot! It’s a well maintained backyard in a quiet cul-de-sac and there was plenty of shade when I went at 10:30-11:30. The only thing that might be a problem (if you’re not in the pool the whole time) is the fire ants.
How do Hawthorne'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
Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit
Reactive dogs welcome
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FAQ about our Hawthorne 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. 97% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Hawthorne 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 143 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 19 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 Hawthorne have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 143 fully fenced dog parks in or near Hawthorne. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Hawthorne?
The Hawthorne area has 4 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 Jessica's 13.33 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Archer.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Hawthorne?