55Great spot! Easy to find and access. Fencing was very secure and host had plenty of toys to play with! My pup had a great time and would love to come back. Hollie N.
Hollie N.
June 2025
Great spot! Easy to find and access. Fencing was very secure and host had plenty of toys to play with! My pup had a great time and would love to come back.
55Another great visit for Zoey and Jasper, they had a fun time. This is a great Sniffspot for the dogs, well-maintained, lots of space. Zoey loves playing soccer and Jasper loves to lay on the grass and relax.Steve A.
Steve A.
June 2025
Another great visit for Zoey and Jasper, they had a fun time. This is a great Sniffspot for the dogs, well-maintained, lots of space. Zoey loves playing soccer and Jasper loves to lay on the grass and relax.
55Luke’s place is always so nice! A well maintained yard with tons of space for our pup to run, great fence, and he takes care of the humans too with seating, cover, and sanitizer. Brandi S.
Brandi S.
June 2025
Luke’s place is always so nice! A well maintained yard with tons of space for our pup to run, great fence, and he takes care of the humans too with seating, cover, and sanitizer.
55this is by far our favorite sniff spot ever! having the hose to fill water dishes is on its own a 5 star accommodation. my pup leave a happy and tired gal every time. we’ve done solo and group meets here before and it’s always amazing :) Molly E.
Molly E.
June 2025
this is by far our favorite sniff spot ever! having the hose to fill water dishes is on its own a 5 star accommodation. my pup leave a happy and tired gal every time. we’ve done solo and group meets here before and it’s always amazing :)
55A lovely day after what seems like a week of cold rain. Zoey and Jasper Tired themselves quickly, casing a ball and watch other. This is a favorite place--clean, will-maintained, and fun for the dogs.Steve A.
Steve A.
May 2025
A lovely day after what seems like a week of cold rain. Zoey and Jasper Tired themselves quickly, casing a ball and watch other. This is a favorite place--clean, will-maintained, and fun for the dogs.
55Just what our five month old cairn needed..a safe place to run around with her 15.5 yr old brother, without us worrying that she might take off. Nice to have a shady spot for the adults. Will come often. Thank you.Bettina S.
Bettina S.
May 2025
Just what our five month old cairn needed..a safe place to run around with her 15.5 yr old brother, without us worrying that she might take off. Nice to have a shady spot for the adults. Will come often. Thank you.
55Nice place to bring my pup and his brother, they enjoy sniffing around,
Playing, and taking in the scenery. This has become a regular spot for us Lauren W.
Lauren W.
May 2025
Nice place to bring my pup and his brother, they enjoy sniffing around,
Playing, and taking in the scenery. This has become a regular spot for us
55What a great idea to have these private dog parks. My five months old cairn was so happy and I didn't have to worry about her running away. It sure gave her the exercise she needed. Thank you for a great set up. Will come again.Bettina S.
Bettina S.
May 2025
What a great idea to have these private dog parks. My five months old cairn was so happy and I didn't have to worry about her running away. It sure gave her the exercise she needed. Thank you for a great set up. Will come again.
55We love this sniff spot for our young dog who we can't take off leash yet! She gets to run around while our older dog sniffs and sniffs. It gives her plenty of room to run and stretch her legs and is in a very quiet area. Leia and Moose are repeat customers!Laurie L.
Laurie L.
May 2025
We love this sniff spot for our young dog who we can't take off leash yet! She gets to run around while our older dog sniffs and sniffs. It gives her plenty of room to run and stretch her legs and is in a very quiet area. Leia and Moose are repeat customers!
55So much space for 2 dogs to run, play and explore. We have a new rescue dog in our family and he's not off leash yet so the Island Oasis is the perfect place for him to get to know our other family dog and get some energy out. Judy D.
Judy D.
May 2025
So much space for 2 dogs to run, play and explore. We have a new rescue dog in our family and he's not off leash yet so the Island Oasis is the perfect place for him to get to know our other family dog and get some energy out.
55Our Jinx is LOVING this SniffSpot! SOOO big and clean. There are toys and tons of good smells for our very active pup. We've already been back again and will make it part of our weekly routine!Erin P.
Erin P.
April 2025
Our Jinx is LOVING this SniffSpot! SOOO big and clean. There are toys and tons of good smells for our very active pup. We've already been back again and will make it part of our weekly routine!
55Absolutely beautiful land. Getting to unwind off leash, totally stress free, in such a private yet dog oriented place was a treat for both of us. Lily B.
Lily B.
April 2025
Absolutely beautiful land. Getting to unwind off leash, totally stress free, in such a private yet dog oriented place was a treat for both of us.
55My dogs had a blast! Plenty of space to run, clean, sitting spot for owners, toys and even a dedicated parking spot. Everyone was all smiles.Abigail S.
Abigail S.
March 2025
My dogs had a blast! Plenty of space to run, clean, sitting spot for owners, toys and even a dedicated parking spot. Everyone was all smiles.
55Great spot! Plenty of room for our three big dogs. Felt safe with the good fencing and gate, and the toys were a lovely addition 🎾☀️
We’ll definitely be back!Martha H.
Martha H.
January 2025
Great spot! Plenty of room for our three big dogs. Felt safe with the good fencing and gate, and the toys were a lovely addition 🎾☀️
We’ll definitely be back!
55Such a great time!! So clean, secure, and quiet! My dogs LOVED the space, and I loved how much they ran around and enjoyed themselves. Next time I am in the area we will absolutely be back. Molly S.
Molly S.
December 2024
Such a great time!! So clean, secure, and quiet! My dogs LOVED the space, and I loved how much they ran around and enjoyed themselves. Next time I am in the area we will absolutely be back.
55I love this spot! I've used it a few times with a wonderful client of mine and her reactive dog- she introduced me to it. The fence is secure and there are toys and water available. Today I rented the yard to introduce my dog to a new dog we adopted in a neutral space. The size and security of the yard made it perfect. I definitely recommend this sniff spot for anyone who has a dog they can't let off leash and would love to give them freedom or for playdates. It's awesome to have something like this here in the islands! Laurie L.
Laurie L.
November 2024
I love this spot! I've used it a few times with a wonderful client of mine and her reactive dog- she introduced me to it. The fence is secure and there are toys and water available. Today I rented the yard to introduce my dog to a new dog we adopted in a neutral space. The size and security of the yard made it perfect. I definitely recommend this sniff spot for anyone who has a dog they can't let off leash and would love to give them freedom or for playdates. It's awesome to have something like this here in the islands!
55My friends and I rented this spot to do parallel training with our dogs, it was amazing! Tons of space to spread out and post up to do our drills, use the agility equipment, and then let the dogs have solo time to romp. The lawn chairs and picnic table for belongings and humans to hang out was another awesome element. Parking is right by the entrance gate for easy transport in and out, and everything was super clean. Will definitely be back and recommending the spot to other friends! Catie S.
Catie S.
October 2024
My friends and I rented this spot to do parallel training with our dogs, it was amazing! Tons of space to spread out and post up to do our drills, use the agility equipment, and then let the dogs have solo time to romp. The lawn chairs and picnic table for belongings and humans to hang out was another awesome element. Parking is right by the entrance gate for easy transport in and out, and everything was super clean. Will definitely be back and recommending the spot to other friends!
How do South Hero'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 Hero 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. 8% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the South Hero 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 21 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 66 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 21 fully fenced dog parks in or near South Hero. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near South Hero?
The South Hero area has 6 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 Eva's 40 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In New Haven.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in South Hero?
Where in South Hero can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the South Hero area. The highest rated option is Milton Dog Park.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near South Hero?
There are 24 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near South Hero where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Island Oasis Private Dog Park.