55A Cozy field nestled between the wedding venue and well kept gardens. Fencing was very secure and it was quiet even with people going about their jobs. Would be an excellent spot to do off leash training with a dog Adrienne R.
Adrienne R.
October 2023
A Cozy field nestled between the wedding venue and well kept gardens. Fencing was very secure and it was quiet even with people going about their jobs. Would be an excellent spot to do off leash training with a dog
Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC | Sniffspot
55Beautiful location with the perfect amount of space for Olaf to sniff and roam. Also a nice deck with a table for folx to sit. No ambient traffic noise, so great for noise sensitive dogs. Highly recommend. Jax G.
Jax G.
December 2023
Beautiful location with the perfect amount of space for Olaf to sniff and roam. Also a nice deck with a table for folx to sit. No ambient traffic noise, so great for noise sensitive dogs. Highly recommend.
Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC | Sniffspot
55My favorite thing about this spot is the fire ring. I'll be checking bunk and county's burn criteria for my next visit, and perhaps toting a little firewood and matches. Even though I grew up on a farm. The gate was hard for me to figure out. So I suggest leaving your pups in the car until you get a handle on that. Gorgeous views. Secure fence. Lovely seating area.Robin H.
Robin H.
January 2024
My favorite thing about this spot is the fire ring. I'll be checking bunk and county's burn criteria for my next visit, and perhaps toting a little firewood and matches. Even though I grew up on a farm. The gate was hard for me to figure out. So I suggest leaving your pups in the car until you get a handle on that. Gorgeous views. Secure fence. Lovely seating area.
Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC | Sniffspot
55Great spot with clear access directions, plenty of space (I have a Doberman and we were able to play fetch w the room to spare) and a pretty view! Some things to note: you can hear and see goats and ducks in the area, and after all the rain we’ve been getting it’s quite muddy. Wear the right shoes and you’ll be fine! Nicole T.
Nicole T.
January 2024
Great spot with clear access directions, plenty of space (I have a Doberman and we were able to play fetch w the room to spare) and a pretty view! Some things to note: you can hear and see goats and ducks in the area, and after all the rain we’ve been getting it’s quite muddy. Wear the right shoes and you’ll be fine!
Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC | Sniffspot
55Sweet spot! We went on a very rainy day so I can’t wait to get back to when I will be able see the views! Pups were happy, nice platform with table and poop bags and trash cans. Thanks for sharing your land with us!Toryn B.
Toryn B.
January 2024
Sweet spot! We went on a very rainy day so I can’t wait to get back to when I will be able see the views! Pups were happy, nice platform with table and poop bags and trash cans. Thanks for sharing your land with us!
Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC | Sniffspot
55Beautiful little area! The only complaint was the host dogs gave us a little visit at the fence line, no big deal for us but definitely something to keep in mind if you have non-dog friendly dogs.Lauren M.
Lauren M.
February 2024
Beautiful little area! The only complaint was the host dogs gave us a little visit at the fence line, no big deal for us but definitely something to keep in mind if you have non-dog friendly dogs.
Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC | Sniffspot
55Lovely spot on a quiet farm. The pups had a great time & I appreciated the table & chairs! Just be sure to do a thorough tick-check before you leave! Savannah H.
Savannah H.
March 2024
Lovely spot on a quiet farm. The pups had a great time & I appreciated the table & chairs! Just be sure to do a thorough tick-check before you leave!
Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC | Sniffspot
55My dogs had a blast here! There was also a bowl of water, poop bags, a tennis ball, and a trash area. I brought those items just in case but now I know they are provided. It is a very muddy place so wear hiking boots and bring towels for your dogs. The view is beautiful too!K H.
K H.
March 2024
My dogs had a blast here! There was also a bowl of water, poop bags, a tennis ball, and a trash area. I brought those items just in case but now I know they are provided. It is a very muddy place so wear hiking boots and bring towels for your dogs. The view is beautiful too!
Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC | Sniffspot
55I definitely recommend bringing a towel for muddy dog feet afterwards. Quiet and lovely spot! Would be a great place to picnic while the dogs play.Britt G.
Britt G.
March 2024
I definitely recommend bringing a towel for muddy dog feet afterwards. Quiet and lovely spot! Would be a great place to picnic while the dogs play.
Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC | Sniffspot
55This is a great place! Lots of room to run and it’s clean and quiet. My 2 dogs ran and ran and came home exhausted from the fun. I brought my 9 year old to play with the dogs and he came home exhausted too! Definitely will come back. Nicole D.
Nicole D.
June 2024
This is a great place! Lots of room to run and it’s clean and quiet. My 2 dogs ran and ran and came home exhausted from the fun. I brought my 9 year old to play with the dogs and he came home exhausted too! Definitely will come back.
Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC | Sniffspot
55We had a really nice time. Great fenced lawn for our dog to chase balls. As mentioned, it is wet from recent rain, but our dog enjoyed that too. Pam E.
Pam E.
July 2024
We had a really nice time. Great fenced lawn for our dog to chase balls. As mentioned, it is wet from recent rain, but our dog enjoyed that too.
Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC | Sniffspot
55This was a perfect.spot for our 7 month old pup Gabe. Lots of sniffing, room to run, his first time chasing a ball in the open. Easy to get to and terrific amenities, thanks Hidden River, we will be regulars.Hans P.
Hans P.
July 2024
This was a perfect.spot for our 7 month old pup Gabe. Lots of sniffing, room to run, his first time chasing a ball in the open. Easy to get to and terrific amenities, thanks Hidden River, we will be regulars.
Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC | Sniffspot
55So wonderful being back at HR Sniffspot this morning. When you're in the mountains, it's not easy to find a secure, flat, freshly-mown lot with picture postcard views!
Robin H.
Robin H.
August 2024
So wonderful being back at HR Sniffspot this morning. When you're in the mountains, it's not easy to find a secure, flat, freshly-mown lot with picture postcard views!
Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC | Sniffspot
55This was a great and absolutely beautiful spot to bring our pups to let some energy out! The only downside was there were a ton of gunshots nearby that scared my anxious little blue heeler lol. Jade C.
Jade C.
August 2024
This was a great and absolutely beautiful spot to bring our pups to let some energy out! The only downside was there were a ton of gunshots nearby that scared my anxious little blue heeler lol.
Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC | Sniffspot
55This is a gorgeous property with lots of fenced space for your dog to run and play! Shaggy highly recommends this spot for sniffing. Christi H.
Christi H.
September 2024
This is a gorgeous property with lots of fenced space for your dog to run and play! Shaggy highly recommends this spot for sniffing.
How do Swannanoa'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 our Swannanoa 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. 97% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Swannanoa 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 79 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 10 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.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Swannanoa?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Swannanoa. The most popular agility option is Cody and Lovey's 1 Acre Legacy Park.
Where in Swannanoa can I find a pool for dog swimming?