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Top public and private dog hiking trails in Iowa City, Iowa

Rent safe and private dog hiking trails all around the world. Sniffspot's private dog hiking trails are the best way to exercise your dog. We have the best variety and the best priced dog hiking trails anywhere!

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Top public and private dog hiking trails in Iowa City, Iowa

5 spots found

Rent safe and private dog hiking trails all around the world. Sniffspot's private dog hiking trails are the best way to exercise your dog. We have the best variety and the best priced dog hiking trails anywhere!

Private dog park

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Sherry's Private Dog Park In Blue Grass

Partially Fenced
5 acres

We are approximately 10 acres of woodland grass, and native prairie, located on a gravel road with perimeter fencing, but not gate fencing. Dog owners must assume responsibility for their digs and their safety. There is lots of room to roam and play, but dogs can run outside of perimeter if not monitored and/or controlled. There will be no other dogs out and about during a booked visit, however there will be dogs in the house.

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Digging area

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$7 dog / hour
Blue Grass, IA
Sherry's Private Dog Park In Blue Grass | Sniffspot
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invoice
Blue GrassIowa
5.05
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Red Fern Dog Park (membership required)

5.1 acres

Red Fern Dog Park in North Liberty, Iowa offers a variety of amenities for members including agility equipment, dog drinking water, and a trail. Membership is required to access the park, which is located at 980 N Liberty Rd. For more information, visit the website at northlibertyiowa.org or contact the park at 319-626-5700 or ggoldsmith@northlibertyiowa.org.

Agility equipment

Dog drinking water

Trail

No fee info
North Liberty, IA
Red Fern Dog Park (membership required) | Sniffspot
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invoice
North LibertyIowa
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Cheyenne Off-Leash Dog Park

Unfenced
77 acres

Cheyenne Off-Leash Dog Park in Ely, Iowa is an unfenced park located at 1650 Cedar Bend Ln. It features a river, stream, or creek for dogs to play in, as well as a trail for walking. The park is open from 6 AM to 10 PM 7 days per week. For more information, visit the website cedar-rapids.org or contact the park at 319-286-5760 or citymanager@cedar-rapids.org.

Park hours: 6 AM–10 PM 7 days per Week

River, stream or creek

Trail

No fee info
Ely, IA
Cheyenne Off-Leash Dog Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
ElyIowa
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

K9 Acres Off-Leash Area

11 acres

K9 Acres Off-Leash Area is a dog park located at 5200 Golf Course Rd in Marion, Iowa. The park offers a trail for dogs to explore and play off-leash. It is open from 6 AM to 10 PM 7 days a week. For more information, visit their website at k9cola.org, or contact them at 319-286-5760 or info@k9cola.org.

Park hours: 6 AM–10 PM 7 days per Week

Trail

No fee info
Marion, IA
K9 Acres Off-Leash Area | Sniffspot
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invoice
MarionIowa
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Centennial Park

250 acres

Centennial Park in Davenport, Iowa is a dog-friendly park located at 315 S Marquette St. The park features a river, stream or creek for dogs to play in and a trail for walks and hikes. The park is open from 6 AM to 9 PM, 7 days a week. For more information, visit davenportiowa.com or call 563-328-7275.

Park hours: 6 AM–9 PM 7 days per Week

River, stream or creek

Trail

No fee info
Davenport, IA
Centennial Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
DavenportIowa
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

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Why rent a private dog hiking trails in Iowa City, Iowa?

FeaturesSniffspotPublic park
Designed for private play
Rentable by the hour
Off leash options
Very large and/or fully fenced options
Pricing$5 - $15 per dog per hourFree

How do Iowa City's private dog hiking trails 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 Iowa City dog hiking trails

Are dog hiking trails safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, inattentive owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than a city or county park. With a Sniffspot off-leash area 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. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. Our hiking trails tend to be outside the city, which lends to more privacy, but it is also important to follow typical hiking safety precautions, such as potentially having trail maps.
How can I find dog hiking trails in Iowa City?
There are 5 dog hiking trails in the Iowa City area. The most popular dog hiking trail is Sherry's Private Dog Park In Blue Grass. You can browse all of our dog hiking trails here.
How do I know if a dog hiking trail works for my dog?
Sniffspot provides the tools to find the ideal spot. Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing 6 feet tall and distractions, to find a dog park with trails that works for your dog. You can also filter by size if you are looking for a certain acre park, an expansive off-leash dog park. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog hiking trails. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog hiking trails where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Since you are looking for trails, make sure to check photos to see if it the spot has flat trails or gnarly trails. You can also browse by specific amenities, if you are looking for a view or a beach, for instance, or other activities or fun features. You can check whether the spot has off or on street parking, the regular park hours, whether it has paved trails or a modern restroom.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog hiking trail?
In order to hike the trails, we require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not permit dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot hiking trail at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.
How much do Sniffspot hiking trails cost?
Dog hiking trails in the Iowa City area range from $ and $. The least expensive dog hiking trail is . The most expensive dog hiking trail is . Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.

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