55This is a dog paradise!!!! My dogs and I loved this beautiful very dog friendly place!! There was plenty of fresh water, dog toys and bones that my dogs loved, an area with shade and places to sit! My dogs and I will definitely plan another visit. Melanie T.
Melanie T.
August 2025
This is a dog paradise!!!! My dogs and I loved this beautiful very dog friendly place!! There was plenty of fresh water, dog toys and bones that my dogs loved, an area with shade and places to sit! My dogs and I will definitely plan another visit.
55Libby was so great to work with! I have a small dog and always get a little anxious that he may escape somehow. Libby went the extra mile and made sure to put up some smaller gates around the yard to ensure Finn would stay inside. She has great signage when getting to the back yard as well! It’s a twofer yard because my dog loved it and I loved admiring the garden! Madeline M.
Madeline M.
August 2025
Libby was so great to work with! I have a small dog and always get a little anxious that he may escape somehow. Libby went the extra mile and made sure to put up some smaller gates around the yard to ensure Finn would stay inside. She has great signage when getting to the back yard as well! It’s a twofer yard because my dog loved it and I loved admiring the garden!
Ally's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Minneapolis | Sniffspot
55This was our first Sniffspot experience and we loved this location. The fence was secure and the yard was great. This offered our dog a much needed opportunity to safely run and play. We highly recommend this location!Jenny S.
Jenny S.
August 2025
This was our first Sniffspot experience and we loved this location. The fence was secure and the yard was great. This offered our dog a much needed opportunity to safely run and play. We highly recommend this location!
55We had a lovely experience. I appreciated the little touches starting with the dog house with the poop bags, and the welcome sign. My dog enjoyed the pool, and the toys. The yard was clean and a perfect size for my dog.Dale D.
Dale D.
August 2025
We had a lovely experience. I appreciated the little touches starting with the dog house with the poop bags, and the welcome sign. My dog enjoyed the pool, and the toys. The yard was clean and a perfect size for my dog.
55This was our first time using sniff spot and we are sold! The dogs had a fabulous time and our host has a wonderful set up in her backyard for the dogs. They are both crashed out on the couch right now from all the fun they just had. We will be back very soon!Ted K.
Ted K.
August 2025
This was our first time using sniff spot and we are sold! The dogs had a fabulous time and our host has a wonderful set up in her backyard for the dogs. They are both crashed out on the couch right now from all the fun they just had. We will be back very soon!
“The Perfect Spot”– Fenced .25 Acre for Dogs, People & Play! 🐾🎉🌳 | Sniffspot
55We had a lovely afternoon here!!! Angela left treats for the pups for our first visit and was so welcoming with the space. My pup LOVED playing basketball, and we will definitely be back. Rachel H.
Rachel H.
August 2025
We had a lovely afternoon here!!! Angela left treats for the pups for our first visit and was so welcoming with the space. My pup LOVED playing basketball, and we will definitely be back.
“The Perfect Spot”– Fenced .25 Acre for Dogs, People & Play! 🐾🎉🌳 | Sniffspot
55This yard is so amazing — diverse foliage, very well kept, and tons of cool little spots for sniffing adventure. Neyo is a two month old pup and absolutely loved our time here! I didn’t take a picture because we were having too much fun, but we’ll be back soon!Brin F.
Brin F.
August 2025
This yard is so amazing — diverse foliage, very well kept, and tons of cool little spots for sniffing adventure. Neyo is a two month old pup and absolutely loved our time here! I didn’t take a picture because we were having too much fun, but we’ll be back soon!
“The Perfect Spot”– Fenced .25 Acre for Dogs, People & Play! 🐾🎉🌳 | Sniffspot
55This was my first experience with Sniffspot and it was great! My dogs had a great time playing with their ball and exploring. This spot was very private and our welcome goody bag that the host put out was a great surprise! We have one reactive dog and we had no issues and she was able to relax and play stress free. Abby D.
Abby D.
August 2025
This was my first experience with Sniffspot and it was great! My dogs had a great time playing with their ball and exploring. This spot was very private and our welcome goody bag that the host put out was a great surprise! We have one reactive dog and we had no issues and she was able to relax and play stress free.
City Backyard Getaway for Dogs to Zoomie, Sniff, Nap, Repeat | Sniffspot
55Alma loved playing and sniffing here! The yard has a big tree that gives good shade. It is totally fenced, and as noted in the description, one part is only ~3ft tall. Casper V.
Casper V.
August 2025
Alma loved playing and sniffing here! The yard has a big tree that gives good shade. It is totally fenced, and as noted in the description, one part is only ~3ft tall.
“The Perfect Spot”– Fenced .25 Acre for Dogs, People & Play! 🐾🎉🌳 | Sniffspot
55What a beautiful place for pups and their peeps! A wonderful greeting from the host and some treats for the pup!!
This host has thought of every detail!!Jim B.
Jim B.
August 2025
What a beautiful place for pups and their peeps! A wonderful greeting from the host and some treats for the pup!!
This host has thought of every detail!!
55This Sniffspot was perfect. It was a large yard and was very well kept, and the kiddy pool was an added bonus! My reactive puppy loved it. We will be back!!Sara S.
Sara S.
August 2025
This Sniffspot was perfect. It was a large yard and was very well kept, and the kiddy pool was an added bonus! My reactive puppy loved it. We will be back!!
55Another great visit! This time we brought our own pup friendly bubble solution for the machine as I felt bad about our kids using so much when come. But between that and the little pool, dogs and kids had an amazing time. Emily R.
Emily R.
August 2025
Another great visit! This time we brought our own pup friendly bubble solution for the machine as I felt bad about our kids using so much when come. But between that and the little pool, dogs and kids had an amazing time.
“The Perfect Spot”– Fenced .25 Acre for Dogs, People & Play! 🐾🎉🌳 | Sniffspot
55Our favorite sniffspot so far!!! Tons to smell, rocks and a retaining wall to climb and ample seating. Snacks & water also available, can't wait to come back!Jess S.
Jess S.
August 2025
Our favorite sniffspot so far!!! Tons to smell, rocks and a retaining wall to climb and ample seating. Snacks & water also available, can't wait to come back!
“The Perfect Spot”– Fenced .25 Acre for Dogs, People & Play! 🐾🎉🌳 | Sniffspot
55Gorgeous space, lots to sniff. Unfortunately my escape artist hopped right over the short fence and went on a merry adventure. But if your dog isn't an escape artist you'll probably be fine - there were a couple of gaps at the bottom of the fence but we blocked them with firewood. Bree D.
Bree D.
August 2025
Gorgeous space, lots to sniff. Unfortunately my escape artist hopped right over the short fence and went on a merry adventure. But if your dog isn't an escape artist you'll probably be fine - there were a couple of gaps at the bottom of the fence but we blocked them with firewood.
“The Perfect Spot”– Fenced .25 Acre for Dogs, People & Play! 🐾🎉🌳 | Sniffspot
55Had a great time here. Lots of shade, pups were really relaxed and happy…lots of good sniffs. Less than 10 minutes from our house made it a real bonus! Will be back 😊🐕🐕🦺🐾Karen R.
Karen R.
August 2025
Had a great time here. Lots of shade, pups were really relaxed and happy…lots of good sniffs. Less than 10 minutes from our house made it a real bonus! Will be back 😊🐕🐕🦺🐾
“The Perfect Spot”– Fenced .25 Acre for Dogs, People & Play! 🐾🎉🌳 | Sniffspot
55What a beautiful and spacious spot! My two dogs loved running around all the greenery and there were tons of places to relax. Great sniff spot!Sam T.
Sam T.
August 2025
What a beautiful and spacious spot! My two dogs loved running around all the greenery and there were tons of places to relax. Great sniff spot!
How do Minneapolis'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
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Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit
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FAQ About Minneapolis 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. 2% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Minneapolis 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 258 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 449 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 Minneapolis?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Minneapolis is Crow Hassan Dog Park. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Minneapolis have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 258 fully fenced dog parks in or near Minneapolis. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Minneapolis?
The Minneapolis area has 12 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 Acker's 10 Acre Private Dog Park In Afton.
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