55We had a lovely time!!! My Freddy had something happen on a walk so those are somewhat anxiety causing for him now. The one acre walk path was his favorite part! We saw some turkey and pheasant families and he enjoyed watching them and exploring after they vacated!
I would advise looking at all of the directions for the location and rules.prior to arriving or taking a screenshot. I couldn't remember where to park and nothing would load on my phone due to no service! Ashley S.
Ashley S.
September 2025
We had a lovely time!!! My Freddy had something happen on a walk so those are somewhat anxiety causing for him now. The one acre walk path was his favorite part! We saw some turkey and pheasant families and he enjoyed watching them and exploring after they vacated!
I would advise looking at all of the directions for the location and rules.prior to arriving or taking a screenshot. I couldn't remember where to park and nothing would load on my phone due to no service!
Jamie's 2 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In South Bend | Sniffspot
55Absolutely beautiful and relaxing property! Plenty of room for the pups to run around and the patio furniture was a great spot for me to hang out at as well.Olivia S.
Olivia S.
August 2025
Absolutely beautiful and relaxing property! Plenty of room for the pups to run around and the patio furniture was a great spot for me to hang out at as well.
Jamie's 2 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In South Bend | Sniffspot
55Remote location & easy to find. We enjoyed the mowed path just because my schedule that day. Just what my pup & I needed today; open space to explore, free to be in nature and just be together. I felt welcomed & well-informed during the visit. Thank you!!Rosie C.
Rosie C.
August 2025
Remote location & easy to find. We enjoyed the mowed path just because my schedule that day. Just what my pup & I needed today; open space to explore, free to be in nature and just be together. I felt welcomed & well-informed during the visit. Thank you!!
Stephen's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In South Bend | Sniffspot
55My 3 boys and I enjoyed the area as it was very clean, there was clean water waiting and a bunch of toys that my dogs were to lame to play with but I’m sure other dogs would enjoy themMcKenna C.
McKenna C.
August 2025
My 3 boys and I enjoyed the area as it was very clean, there was clean water waiting and a bunch of toys that my dogs were to lame to play with but I’m sure other dogs would enjoy them
Jewelwood Manor, 1 acre Dog Park In South Bend | Sniffspot
55Add usual, my family and I had an incredible time! Seeing our dogs get to run around and explore, smelling new smells and jumping over different terrain is such a rewarding experience for all of us ❤️Alysin K.
Alysin K.
March 2025
Add usual, my family and I had an incredible time! Seeing our dogs get to run around and explore, smelling new smells and jumping over different terrain is such a rewarding experience for all of us ❤️
55Allison was absolutely amazing. She has an incredible size backyard, which is perfect for my high energy dog. The backyard was clean. There was a seat in a table for me to sit on while watching my dog play.Isabella M.
Isabella M.
January 2025
Allison was absolutely amazing. She has an incredible size backyard, which is perfect for my high energy dog. The backyard was clean. There was a seat in a table for me to sit on while watching my dog play.
55The moment my boys realized they had fields and trails and tall grass to zoom through, they were off to the races. It’s a fun and beautiful place to explore, lots of shade and sunny fields. Multiple garbage cans are around and it felt like having the world all to ourselves for a bit. Megan D.
Megan D.
October 2024
The moment my boys realized they had fields and trails and tall grass to zoom through, they were off to the races. It’s a fun and beautiful place to explore, lots of shade and sunny fields. Multiple garbage cans are around and it felt like having the world all to ourselves for a bit.
55Great Sniffspot— My family stopped here mid-roadtrip, as the spot is close to I-80 and our dog needed to stretch her legs. Plenty of grass, shade, a good fence, and even a swingset for the kids to enjoy!Andrea F.
Andrea F.
August 2024
Great Sniffspot— My family stopped here mid-roadtrip, as the spot is close to I-80 and our dog needed to stretch her legs. Plenty of grass, shade, a good fence, and even a swingset for the kids to enjoy!
Jewelwood Manor, 1 acre Dog Park In South Bend | Sniffspot
55A perfect Sniffspot for a hot day! Lots of shade and a BEAUTIFUL pool. The entire area is securely fenced and our pups had so much fun running and playing. We will definitely be back! Christina G.
Christina G.
June 2024
A perfect Sniffspot for a hot day! Lots of shade and a BEAUTIFUL pool. The entire area is securely fenced and our pups had so much fun running and playing. We will definitely be back!
55Our pack had THE BEST time at Mustang Sally’s Park! There was so much room for them to run and sniff. As retrievers, they naturally found any water/mud spots 😂Jordan W.
Jordan W.
April 2024
Our pack had THE BEST time at Mustang Sally’s Park! There was so much room for them to run and sniff. As retrievers, they naturally found any water/mud spots 😂
55A great spot! The trail is easy to follow and the dogs enjoyed exploring. Met Sally on our way in and she was so friendly and helpful. We highly recommend this spot and will go back again with our dogs. Kim B.
Kim B.
March 2024
A great spot! The trail is easy to follow and the dogs enjoyed exploring. Met Sally on our way in and she was so friendly and helpful. We highly recommend this spot and will go back again with our dogs.
55What a wonderful place! Nice clean trails, and a peaceful place. I'm so glad I went, and I will become a regular. Mustang Sally, thank you for coming to greet us and sharing your paradise 😀 my dogs thank you!Cheryl G.
Cheryl G.
March 2024
What a wonderful place! Nice clean trails, and a peaceful place. I'm so glad I went, and I will become a regular. Mustang Sally, thank you for coming to greet us and sharing your paradise 😀 my dogs thank you!
55This was absolutely perfect! My dogs loved smelling all of the smells, my family had an absolute blast being away from all the noises and vehicles of downtown. I highly, highly recommend this spot! We had a fabulous experience ♥️Alysin K.
Alysin K.
February 2024
This was absolutely perfect! My dogs loved smelling all of the smells, my family had an absolute blast being away from all the noises and vehicles of downtown. I highly, highly recommend this spot! We had a fabulous experience ♥️
55This was the first sniffspot I've visited, and I absolutely loved it. My young golden loved romping through the woods and fields. Will be coming back again! Madison W.
Madison W.
December 2023
This was the first sniffspot I've visited, and I absolutely loved it. My young golden loved romping through the woods and fields. Will be coming back again!
55We had SUCH a great time visiting Mustang Sally’s! Lots of trails to walk and plenty of space for fetch. Our guy Teddy is anxious around other dogs, and this was a perfect spot for him to have space to roam and explore without the stress of running into other people or pups! We’ll definitely be back. Taylor H.
Taylor H.
September 2023
We had SUCH a great time visiting Mustang Sally’s! Lots of trails to walk and plenty of space for fetch. Our guy Teddy is anxious around other dogs, and this was a perfect spot for him to have space to roam and explore without the stress of running into other people or pups! We’ll definitely be back.
How do South Bend'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 South Bend 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. 20% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the South Bend 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 97 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 249 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 97 fully fenced dog parks in or near South Bend. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near South Bend?
The South Bend area has 14 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 Mustang Sally's Park In South Bend.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in South Bend?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near South Bend. The most popular agility option is Niles Ave Bark Park.
Where in South Bend can I find a pool for dog swimming?
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