55Melissa's spot was so great -- we took our newly adopted dog here and let her run around for an hour and had so much fun. Tons of room to roam, no safety hazards -- this was our first Sniffspot experience, and it was exactly what we hoped for! Melissa was also out on the porch when we arrived and was so friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be coming back!Drew F.
Drew F.
May 2020
Melissa's spot was so great -- we took our newly adopted dog here and let her run around for an hour and had so much fun. Tons of room to roam, no safety hazards -- this was our first Sniffspot experience, and it was exactly what we hoped for! Melissa was also out on the porch when we arrived and was so friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be coming back!
55This is a great spot in a convenient location in the city! The host and her adorable pup were so lovely, and the yard has plenty of space for fetch or zooming around. Molly C.
Molly C.
May 2020
This is a great spot in a convenient location in the city! The host and her adorable pup were so lovely, and the yard has plenty of space for fetch or zooming around.
55Our pup had a lot of fun running around in your yard! It was easy to find parking, and easy to find the sniff spot. We will book again, thank you!Crystal O.
Crystal O.
May 2020
Our pup had a lot of fun running around in your yard! It was easy to find parking, and easy to find the sniff spot. We will book again, thank you!
55Great spot! Fully enclosed so I didn’t have to worry about where my pup was going. Melissa left out a bowl of water for us. The grassy part is very sunny. We will be back!Amy S.
Amy S.
June 2020
Great spot! Fully enclosed so I didn’t have to worry about where my pup was going. Melissa left out a bowl of water for us. The grassy part is very sunny. We will be back!
55This yard is always so great! It's the perfect spot to let our dog run around without needing to worry about other dogs. Always clean, always quiet, and always a lot of fun.Drew F.
Drew F.
August 2020
This yard is always so great! It's the perfect spot to let our dog run around without needing to worry about other dogs. Always clean, always quiet, and always a lot of fun.
55A lovely yard with nice soft grass for our doggo to roll around in. Clean and tidy, and lots of comfy seating for humans as well. Securely fenced— no escape artists! We would definitely book this Sniff Spot again!Patti R.
Patti R.
October 2020
A lovely yard with nice soft grass for our doggo to roll around in. Clean and tidy, and lots of comfy seating for humans as well. Securely fenced— no escape artists! We would definitely book this Sniff Spot again!
55I took my dog Nova here, and it was a lovely little space! We ended up leaving early because Nova gets easily overwhelmed in new environments (even calm ones), but it was a great space for a dog to play and investigate lots of interesting smellsChloe T.
Chloe T.
November 2020
I took my dog Nova here, and it was a lovely little space! We ended up leaving early because Nova gets easily overwhelmed in new environments (even calm ones), but it was a great space for a dog to play and investigate lots of interesting smells
55Just a perfect, nearby, enclosed spot for our rescue who hasn’t been spayed yet (it’s on the calendar, don’t worry). Water available and even our hunter couldn’t escape. Easy access. We will be back!Rebecca N.
Rebecca N.
December 2020
Just a perfect, nearby, enclosed spot for our rescue who hasn’t been spayed yet (it’s on the calendar, don’t worry). Water available and even our hunter couldn’t escape. Easy access. We will be back!
55Really great backyard and open space, brought our greyhound and a friend's grey over. The carport and yard were fenced in enough that the tall pups couldn't have gotten over. Elite T.
Elite T.
January 2021
Really great backyard and open space, brought our greyhound and a friend's grey over. The carport and yard were fenced in enough that the tall pups couldn't have gotten over.
55This is our favorite spot in the neighborhood! Clean, spacious, and easy to enter/exit. Our greyhound loves it :)
You can occasionally hear other dogs (since it’s a neighborhood with lots of dogs), but we never saw any dogs or other creatures. Elise O.
Elise O.
February 2021
This is our favorite spot in the neighborhood! Clean, spacious, and easy to enter/exit. Our greyhound loves it :)
You can occasionally hear other dogs (since it’s a neighborhood with lots of dogs), but we never saw any dogs or other creatures.
55This is a lovely little yard in such a convenient DC location for us! The owner is very friendly and communicative, and she even our out a tray with water, a bowl, paper towels, etc. We will be back!Sarah G.
Sarah G.
July 2020
This is a lovely little yard in such a convenient DC location for us! The owner is very friendly and communicative, and she even our out a tray with water, a bowl, paper towels, etc. We will be back!
55This spot was clean, easy to access and perfect for a quick leg stretch for my boy. The host has poop bags and a water bowl out for guests, but I always recommend taking your own. I will definitely book this spot again for quick midday breaks. Thanks, Carol!Marnie M.
Marnie M.
September 2021
This spot was clean, easy to access and perfect for a quick leg stretch for my boy. The host has poop bags and a water bowl out for guests, but I always recommend taking your own. I will definitely book this spot again for quick midday breaks. Thanks, Carol!
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55This park is such a great find! We loved how clean it was, how easy it was to access, and there was tons of space, dog play structures and seating for the humans. Will definitely be back!Jillian K.
Jillian K.
May 2022
This park is such a great find! We loved how clean it was, how easy it was to access, and there was tons of space, dog play structures and seating for the humans. Will definitely be back!
55This was our favorite spot yet! The fence was in perfect condition, it’s a great pasture area with interesting smells for the dog, and the owner was very helpful and kind.Brooke E.
Brooke E.
August 2023
This was our favorite spot yet! The fence was in perfect condition, it’s a great pasture area with interesting smells for the dog, and the owner was very helpful and kind.
55Wow! Wonderful spot to run free! We usually only stay a half hour at SniffSpots, but an hour went by quickly here. And my dogs were exhausted when we went home! It’s a beautiful property, quiet and well-maintained. Would definitely return. Angela S.
Angela S.
August 2023
Wow! Wonderful spot to run free! We usually only stay a half hour at SniffSpots, but an hour went by quickly here. And my dogs were exhausted when we went home! It’s a beautiful property, quiet and well-maintained. Would definitely return.
55We had an awesome time! I loved the safe, huge field and so did my dog! We had plenty of water, shade, and space to play. I love supporting a future dog rescue location too! We’ll be back! <3Sarah C.
Sarah C.
August 2023
We had an awesome time! I loved the safe, huge field and so did my dog! We had plenty of water, shade, and space to play. I love supporting a future dog rescue location too! We’ll be back! <3
55This was an awesome fenced area. Tons of room for them to run and explore. Lots of hills of dirt for them to climb. I don’t have diggers but it would be great for that. The owners were so incredibly nice and accommodating. I will definitely recommend this farm to all my friends with fur babies. Debbie S.
Debbie S.
August 2023
This was an awesome fenced area. Tons of room for them to run and explore. Lots of hills of dirt for them to climb. I don’t have diggers but it would be great for that. The owners were so incredibly nice and accommodating. I will definitely recommend this farm to all my friends with fur babies.
55Our pup had an awesome time and so did we. The host greeted us at the gate and we had great conversation with him while our pup ran and played. There’s so much land to explore and also a great picnic table in the evening shade. We will definitely be coming back!Alexa L.
Alexa L.
August 2023
Our pup had an awesome time and so did we. The host greeted us at the gate and we had great conversation with him while our pup ran and played. There’s so much land to explore and also a great picnic table in the evening shade. We will definitely be coming back!
How do Washington'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 Washington 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 Washington 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 503 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 63 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 Washington?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Washington is Chevy Chase DC Paradise. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Washington have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 503 fully fenced dog parks in or near Washington. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Washington?
The Washington area has 503 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 Chevy Chase DC Paradise.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Washington?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Washington. The most popular agility option is Chevy Chase DC Paradise.
Where in Washington can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Washington area. The highest rated option is Chevy Chase DC Paradise.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Washington?
There are 503 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Washington where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Chevy Chase DC Paradise.