55Great, safe fenced in area. There was a table and chairs, water, toys....even a pool for the doggies. My dogs throughly enjoyed being able to run and I enjoyed the quiet peacefulness of the area! Will return!J W.
J W.
July 2023
Great, safe fenced in area. There was a table and chairs, water, toys....even a pool for the doggies. My dogs throughly enjoyed being able to run and I enjoyed the quiet peacefulness of the area! Will return!
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55We love coming here. I came today with my hiking boots and walking sticks and did fine. The trails were packed down enough. I'll be back with my snowshoes in the next couple of weeks. Andria B.
Andria B.
January 2023
We love coming here. I came today with my hiking boots and walking sticks and did fine. The trails were packed down enough. I'll be back with my snowshoes in the next couple of weeks.
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55Great sniff spot! Our three loved their time. We were able to traverse the trails in snow boots fine, but would be great to use snow shoes as well. Kelsey W.
Kelsey W.
January 2023
Great sniff spot! Our three loved their time. We were able to traverse the trails in snow boots fine, but would be great to use snow shoes as well.
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55Great space! My dog and I had a great time exploring. There are actual trails in the lot and feels like your actually hiking VS just in a big backyard. We’ll be coming back for sure.Christopher Y.
Christopher Y.
February 2023
Great space! My dog and I had a great time exploring. There are actual trails in the lot and feels like your actually hiking VS just in a big backyard. We’ll be coming back for sure.
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55Amazing place to hike and run your dog! It is hilly with woods, so we both got some fantastic cardio, haha. We had a sunny day after some melt, so it was icy but still so enjoyable. Katie greeted us and was such a wonderful host. Property is not fully fenced, but if your dog has a good recall/check in, it is so perfect and enjoyable. Definitely will be back!Paige A.
Paige A.
February 2023
Amazing place to hike and run your dog! It is hilly with woods, so we both got some fantastic cardio, haha. We had a sunny day after some melt, so it was icy but still so enjoyable. Katie greeted us and was such a wonderful host. Property is not fully fenced, but if your dog has a good recall/check in, it is so perfect and enjoyable. Definitely will be back!
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55We had so much fun on Katie’s property, our girls really enjoyed themselves on the multiple trails on her property. They especially loved the pheasant enclosure along the trail. We were there for about an hour and half and did the trails twice. We will definitely be back soon. Carlos B.
Carlos B.
February 2023
We had so much fun on Katie’s property, our girls really enjoyed themselves on the multiple trails on her property. They especially loved the pheasant enclosure along the trail. We were there for about an hour and half and did the trails twice. We will definitely be back soon.
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55Gorgeous property, lots of interesting sights and smells for the dogs! Lovely host who communicates wonderfully! We will be back for sure.Elisabet H.
Elisabet H.
February 2023
Gorgeous property, lots of interesting sights and smells for the dogs! Lovely host who communicates wonderfully! We will be back for sure.
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55Great, quiet getaway with private trails, away from the noise and bustle of the city. My dog has some fear and anxiety, and this was a nice Sniffspot for her to explore worry-free. Host was communicative and accommodating as well!Kate A.
Kate A.
February 2023
Great, quiet getaway with private trails, away from the noise and bustle of the city. My dog has some fear and anxiety, and this was a nice Sniffspot for her to explore worry-free. Host was communicative and accommodating as well!
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55The dogs loved it! But my youngest dog did take advantage of the holes in the fence to do some exploring. Get that recall solid and you’ll have a blast! Jennifer T.
Jennifer T.
February 2023
The dogs loved it! But my youngest dog did take advantage of the holes in the fence to do some exploring. Get that recall solid and you’ll have a blast!
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55WOW! This SniffSpot was AMAZING. My boy had so much fun running through the trees and exploring. The trails were clearly marked so I didn’t even end up using the map provided. I was a little concerned about him wandering off the property, but the tree line and barbed wire fence around the majority of the property made it so easy! A little management with basic recall at the entrance (unfenced area) was all that was needed. I did get stuck on my drive to the property (turned into the wrong place), but the host’s husband and some neighbors came to help pull me out and were all so kind. We will definitely be back! Leti U.
Leti U.
February 2023
WOW! This SniffSpot was AMAZING. My boy had so much fun running through the trees and exploring. The trails were clearly marked so I didn’t even end up using the map provided. I was a little concerned about him wandering off the property, but the tree line and barbed wire fence around the majority of the property made it so easy! A little management with basic recall at the entrance (unfenced area) was all that was needed. I did get stuck on my drive to the property (turned into the wrong place), but the host’s husband and some neighbors came to help pull me out and were all so kind. We will definitely be back!
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55This spot is everything I love about this app! I have a German Shepard that I’d originally hoped to train as a therapy dog for my severely autistic son. Unfortunately, she has a very reactive temperament and a huge fear of other dogs. So we have spent the past year taking classes for fearful and reactive dogs and working with a behavioral vet and she really is doing awesome… but it’s hard work! So when we found Sniffspot, it became the perfect way to reward her for all that training. And a way to let her just be a dog, so to speak. It also lets us relax together without having to ‘manage’ the environment. (Anyone who has a reactive dog will know what I mean!)
Without a doubt, this spot is one of the best in the area! Beautiful trails, quiet and peaceful and like being at a public park without the public! We saw a huge woodpecker and enjoyed seeing the hosts’ pheasants. I’m just so grateful for everyone who is willing to host…. We’ve yet to have a bad experience. Leah B.
Leah B.
November 2022
This spot is everything I love about this app! I have a German Shepard that I’d originally hoped to train as a therapy dog for my severely autistic son. Unfortunately, she has a very reactive temperament and a huge fear of other dogs. So we have spent the past year taking classes for fearful and reactive dogs and working with a behavioral vet and she really is doing awesome… but it’s hard work! So when we found Sniffspot, it became the perfect way to reward her for all that training. And a way to let her just be a dog, so to speak. It also lets us relax together without having to ‘manage’ the environment. (Anyone who has a reactive dog will know what I mean!)
Without a doubt, this spot is one of the best in the area! Beautiful trails, quiet and peaceful and like being at a public park without the public! We saw a huge woodpecker and enjoyed seeing the hosts’ pheasants. I’m just so grateful for everyone who is willing to host…. We’ve yet to have a bad experience.
How do Watertown'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 Watertown 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. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Watertown 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 186 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 16 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 186 fully fenced dog parks in or near Watertown. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Watertown?
The Watertown area has 4 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 Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun!.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Watertown?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Watertown. The most popular agility option is Buddy's Dog Park New Hope MN.
Where in Watertown can I find a pool for dog swimming?