55We had a wonderful time; the location is beautiful, peaceful and HUGE. My dog loved wading in the pond. By the end of our reservation she'd run through every corner of the field and was completely worn out. This is the perfect spot for someone with reactive or anxious dogs: they can run to their heart's content and you can let your guard down knowing that you won't run into other dogs or people. Caleb S.
Caleb S.
June 2025
We had a wonderful time; the location is beautiful, peaceful and HUGE. My dog loved wading in the pond. By the end of our reservation she'd run through every corner of the field and was completely worn out. This is the perfect spot for someone with reactive or anxious dogs: they can run to their heart's content and you can let your guard down knowing that you won't run into other dogs or people.
55Even during the heat of this week a morning visit here is perfect. It is the perfect balance of open space to run and lush areas to explore. You don’t have to worry about being in full sun during your visit because there are beautiful shaded areas. Lots of good ‘sniffs’ and areas to explore here. Beth R.
Beth R.
June 2025
Even during the heat of this week a morning visit here is perfect. It is the perfect balance of open space to run and lush areas to explore. You don’t have to worry about being in full sun during your visit because there are beautiful shaded areas. Lots of good ‘sniffs’ and areas to explore here.
55Our boys love going to the Acres! It is a beautiful spot that is fully fenced and safe for them to run! The process of securing the gate is great and all of the personal touches around the area with dog names and bench placement for humans is an extra nice touch. This is my dog, Petey’s favorite place to run. We even celebrated his birthday there! Debra T.
Debra T.
June 2025
Our boys love going to the Acres! It is a beautiful spot that is fully fenced and safe for them to run! The process of securing the gate is great and all of the personal touches around the area with dog names and bench placement for humans is an extra nice touch. This is my dog, Petey’s favorite place to run. We even celebrated his birthday there!
55Beautiful place to spend time with your dog! We love going for some sniffs and a fun adventure! Atticus gets so excited as soon as we get near.Elizabeth L.
Elizabeth L.
June 2025
Beautiful place to spend time with your dog! We love going for some sniffs and a fun adventure! Atticus gets so excited as soon as we get near.
55What an incredible spot! Huge, extremely clean and well maintained, securely fenced with so much to sniff and play with! Thank you so much, I hope we will be able to get back soon!Cecilia C.
Cecilia C.
June 2025
What an incredible spot! Huge, extremely clean and well maintained, securely fenced with so much to sniff and play with! Thank you so much, I hope we will be able to get back soon!
55Cricket had a nice time at the pond last night, he ran all over the place. We had never had him there in the evening before. He slept well. :)Brandy B.
Brandy B.
June 2025
Cricket had a nice time at the pond last night, he ran all over the place. We had never had him there in the evening before. He slept well. :)
55My two little ones and my brother's beagle mix all had a blast. We weren't sure if my elderly chihuahua was going to enjoy it, but he did. He got totally into it, running around, sniffing everything, even went around the pond a few times by himself.Brandy B.
Brandy B.
June 2025
My two little ones and my brother's beagle mix all had a blast. We weren't sure if my elderly chihuahua was going to enjoy it, but he did. He got totally into it, running around, sniffing everything, even went around the pond a few times by himself.
55Simply fabulous! My family's trip to The Pond, especially seeing our dog swim in the enormous pond, made our week. There is nothing else like this around.Kris S.
Kris S.
June 2025
Simply fabulous! My family's trip to The Pond, especially seeing our dog swim in the enormous pond, made our week. There is nothing else like this around.
55Clean fenced in area. Poop bags available. My dogs like the little obstacle throughout. A raccoon greeted us just before the gate then ran away, no other visible animals. Heather K.
Heather K.
June 2025
Clean fenced in area. Poop bags available. My dogs like the little obstacle throughout. A raccoon greeted us just before the gate then ran away, no other visible animals.
55Wonderful time at the acres today! The grass is cut nice and low and no dog droppings- pretty amazing for that large a space. Seems to be well respected by other users! My two pups enjoyed racing around all the bushes and checking out the full yard. Be sure to take lots of water and a bowl along, dogs work up a thirst! This space is so worth the visit ♥️ Juls B.
Juls B.
June 2025
Wonderful time at the acres today! The grass is cut nice and low and no dog droppings- pretty amazing for that large a space. Seems to be well respected by other users! My two pups enjoyed racing around all the bushes and checking out the full yard. Be sure to take lots of water and a bowl along, dogs work up a thirst! This space is so worth the visit ♥️
55Kathy greeted us at the gate and made sure we knew where to go. She walked us to the entrance. The spot was very clean and spacious. The dogs had a blast exploring the acres!! They played on the bridge and had fun running around playing ball! Thank you so much!! Dawn F.
Dawn F.
June 2025
Kathy greeted us at the gate and made sure we knew where to go. She walked us to the entrance. The spot was very clean and spacious. The dogs had a blast exploring the acres!! They played on the bridge and had fun running around playing ball! Thank you so much!!
55The Acres in Holtwood is not just someone's backyard: this is a purpose-built, stunning canine paradise. We're so lucky to have such a place a short drive away! Also enjoyed chatting with owner Cathy, who shared great advice we will put into play with our reactive Rottweiler. Kris S.
Kris S.
June 2025
The Acres in Holtwood is not just someone's backyard: this is a purpose-built, stunning canine paradise. We're so lucky to have such a place a short drive away! Also enjoyed chatting with owner Cathy, who shared great advice we will put into play with our reactive Rottweiler.
55Idyllic, lovely spot. The dogs had a fantastic time, there's something for every sort of dog whether they like flushing, swimming, or running.Annie B.
Annie B.
June 2025
Idyllic, lovely spot. The dogs had a fantastic time, there's something for every sort of dog whether they like flushing, swimming, or running.
55Kathy was super understanding about a recent setback in my dog’s behavior. She had lots of good ideas and Cory had a ball (literally) playing at The Acres. Emily S.
Emily S.
June 2025
Kathy was super understanding about a recent setback in my dog’s behavior. She had lots of good ideas and Cory had a ball (literally) playing at The Acres.
55Really beautiful space that is well kept and has amenities such as trash for doggie bags, dog toys, port-a-potty and ample parking. Highly recommend. S B.
S B.
June 2025
Really beautiful space that is well kept and has amenities such as trash for doggie bags, dog toys, port-a-potty and ample parking. Highly recommend.
55And here we were thinking that The Acres was the afterlife for dogs! The Pond is exquisite! Cricket is reactive and there was so much for him to explore. He got reactive to the rooster and dogs, so I leashed him for about 5 min and walked him to the other side of the property: the bench at the top of the hill and the bridge area distracted him. He heard the dogs again, got a little reactive and a minute later, he was walking with me and the barking did not phase him.
I'm bringing him back Friday.Brandy B.
Brandy B.
June 2025
And here we were thinking that The Acres was the afterlife for dogs! The Pond is exquisite! Cricket is reactive and there was so much for him to explore. He got reactive to the rooster and dogs, so I leashed him for about 5 min and walked him to the other side of the property: the bench at the top of the hill and the bridge area distracted him. He heard the dogs again, got a little reactive and a minute later, he was walking with me and the barking did not phase him.
I'm bringing him back Friday.
55Kathy has a wonderful property! My dogs had a blast free roaming and exploring in this safe and secure location. Kathy is excellent with dogs and gave me some really helpful advice. I really enjoyed meeting her and look forward to going back to this beautiful spot again! Cynthia M.
Cynthia M.
June 2025
Kathy has a wonderful property! My dogs had a blast free roaming and exploring in this safe and secure location. Kathy is excellent with dogs and gave me some really helpful advice. I really enjoyed meeting her and look forward to going back to this beautiful spot again!
55Beautiful spot! Kathy met us in the parking lot and had lots of helpful ideas for my reactive doggy. Cory is going to board here, so we spent some time getting him used to his room. This place is a gem :-)Emily S.
Emily S.
June 2025
Beautiful spot! Kathy met us in the parking lot and had lots of helpful ideas for my reactive doggy. Cory is going to board here, so we spent some time getting him used to his room. This place is a gem :-)
How do Holtwood'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 Holtwood 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 Holtwood 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 462 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 781 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.
Sniffspot has 462 fully fenced dog parks in or near Holtwood. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Holtwood?
The Holtwood area has 32 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 SLCCG "The Acres".
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Holtwood?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Holtwood. The most popular agility option is SLCCG "The Acres".
Where in Holtwood can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Holtwood area. The highest rated option is South York Dog Spot.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Holtwood?
There are 135 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Holtwood where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is SLCCG "The Pond" Now 10 Acres!.
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