55This place is absolutely amazing and having 3 dogs, one being dog reactive I really appreciate the price being affordable and Susan offering a discount for multiple dogs. We hit the trails and then had some fun in the open area!
A beautiful spot that is well worth the drive and the price. We will 100% be back soon! Georgia W.
Georgia W.
October 2023
This place is absolutely amazing and having 3 dogs, one being dog reactive I really appreciate the price being affordable and Susan offering a discount for multiple dogs. We hit the trails and then had some fun in the open area!
A beautiful spot that is well worth the drive and the price. We will 100% be back soon!
55This was SUCH a great location! We took all of the trails, and Susan’s property is absolutely stunning. It was great for our dog who loves to run off leash and explore, and he had an absolute blast. The hike is quite steep, but not too long at all which was perfect.Alycia B.
Alycia B.
October 2023
This was SUCH a great location! We took all of the trails, and Susan’s property is absolutely stunning. It was great for our dog who loves to run off leash and explore, and he had an absolute blast. The hike is quite steep, but not too long at all which was perfect.
55What a beautiful spot! Susan very easy to work with and was so fast to answer any questions I had. My dog had such a great time running through the woods. I came with my fit 75 year old mom who was able to manage the terrain quite well, other than needing a hand to get over the creek. We never did find the hilltop; however, collectively we have the worst sense of direction in the world, so it's likely not that hard to find.
It was cold and raining but the woods provided lovely shelter from both, and I'm pretty sure my dog enjoyed it more than a dry sunny day. Will visit again with my less directionally challenged hubs to check out the Hilltop ; ) Thanks Susan!Robyn G.
Robyn G.
October 2023
What a beautiful spot! Susan very easy to work with and was so fast to answer any questions I had. My dog had such a great time running through the woods. I came with my fit 75 year old mom who was able to manage the terrain quite well, other than needing a hand to get over the creek. We never did find the hilltop; however, collectively we have the worst sense of direction in the world, so it's likely not that hard to find.
It was cold and raining but the woods provided lovely shelter from both, and I'm pretty sure my dog enjoyed it more than a dry sunny day. Will visit again with my less directionally challenged hubs to check out the Hilltop ; ) Thanks Susan!
55Beautiful property! I’m envious that the owners get to enjoy this piece of land & thankful that they are generous enough to let others enjoy it as well. :) We will definitely become regulars here.Abby G.
Abby G.
October 2023
Beautiful property! I’m envious that the owners get to enjoy this piece of land & thankful that they are generous enough to let others enjoy it as well. :) We will definitely become regulars here.
55We really enjoyed visiting Susan's property. The trails were well-maintained and marked. Susan was incredibly helpful before and during our visit. Our dog is reactive to strangers, so Susan and her family were kind enough to stay inside the house when we arrived and left. It was such a relief to have a nice walk without any negative reactions or stress.Marissa T.
Marissa T.
October 2023
We really enjoyed visiting Susan's property. The trails were well-maintained and marked. Susan was incredibly helpful before and during our visit. Our dog is reactive to strangers, so Susan and her family were kind enough to stay inside the house when we arrived and left. It was such a relief to have a nice walk without any negative reactions or stress.
55This place was amazing! The main trail was easy to follow, and for those pups and peeps seeking a little more adventure the hilltop in the woods is the place to be (keep your eyes out for the signs!). A huge bonus that Susan let us in on was the amazing lookout point past the farmer field! Susan is super responsive and we are definitely coming back! Thank you for opening up and sharing such a wonderful spot! Michelle P.
Michelle P.
September 2023
This place was amazing! The main trail was easy to follow, and for those pups and peeps seeking a little more adventure the hilltop in the woods is the place to be (keep your eyes out for the signs!). A huge bonus that Susan let us in on was the amazing lookout point past the farmer field! Susan is super responsive and we are definitely coming back! Thank you for opening up and sharing such a wonderful spot!
55This spot was incredibly good. We were so busy having fun that I forgot to take photos. I would love to visit often, and would definitely want to book a longer time slot. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful space with us.Victoria F.
Victoria F.
September 2023
This spot was incredibly good. We were so busy having fun that I forgot to take photos. I would love to visit often, and would definitely want to book a longer time slot. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful space with us.
55Beautiful Sniffspot with great trails! We booked this as a last minute surprise for our dog’s birthday, and he loved sniffing and exploring in the woods, and running around in the wide open grassy areas. We didn’t get to check out the whole property because it was very hot that day, but we would definitely visit again if we’re back in the area. Thanks Susan!YJ L.
YJ L.
September 2023
Beautiful Sniffspot with great trails! We booked this as a last minute surprise for our dog’s birthday, and he loved sniffing and exploring in the woods, and running around in the wide open grassy areas. We didn’t get to check out the whole property because it was very hot that day, but we would definitely visit again if we’re back in the area. Thanks Susan!
55This was THE BEST Sniffspot we've been to so far! Our pups had a blast exploring the acreage. It was so nice to hike some trails without worrying about being rushed by off leash dogs or other surprises! Thanks so much!Charlene V.
Charlene V.
September 2023
This was THE BEST Sniffspot we've been to so far! Our pups had a blast exploring the acreage. It was so nice to hike some trails without worrying about being rushed by off leash dogs or other surprises! Thanks so much!
55We had a fantastic walk at Pinewood Trails! We have lived in Peterborough for the last year and we weren't able to find a trail that allowed off leash dogs. This is such a great option, as we knew we wouldn't run into anyone on the trail and it allowed our dog to run and explore. The trails were well maintained and we came across two deer! My dog Leerie had a blast and we will definitely be back soon. Breanna B.
Breanna B.
August 2023
We had a fantastic walk at Pinewood Trails! We have lived in Peterborough for the last year and we weren't able to find a trail that allowed off leash dogs. This is such a great option, as we knew we wouldn't run into anyone on the trail and it allowed our dog to run and explore. The trails were well maintained and we came across two deer! My dog Leerie had a blast and we will definitely be back soon.
55We all had such a great time exploring Susan's place today! Prior to booking, Susan was very kind and prompt in answering all of my questions. The space is beautiful and well kept, so we definitely seized the opportunity to do a mini photoshoot! Unfortunately, I didn't get to go up to the hilltop since one of our dogs has mobility issues, but my husband and the other dog went and he said it's a gorgeous view! Just remember to bring bug repellent - the mosquitoes were out to feast! Would definitely recommend! 10/10! Rebecca H.
Rebecca H.
July 2023
We all had such a great time exploring Susan's place today! Prior to booking, Susan was very kind and prompt in answering all of my questions. The space is beautiful and well kept, so we definitely seized the opportunity to do a mini photoshoot! Unfortunately, I didn't get to go up to the hilltop since one of our dogs has mobility issues, but my husband and the other dog went and he said it's a gorgeous view! Just remember to bring bug repellent - the mosquitoes were out to feast! Would definitely recommend! 10/10!
55What a beautiful property, wonderful trails. Gorgeous views. Enjoyed a wonderful hike, the creek, pond and hilltop. Can’t wait to come back again on a sunny day ☀️
It was so nice to see Egypt be able to enjoy the trails without the stress of other dogs or people. Meghan G.
Meghan G.
May 2023
What a beautiful property, wonderful trails. Gorgeous views. Enjoyed a wonderful hike, the creek, pond and hilltop. Can’t wait to come back again on a sunny day ☀️
It was so nice to see Egypt be able to enjoy the trails without the stress of other dogs or people.
55This spot was amazing!
So much space for my dogs to roam and sniff all they want. We had fun in the field and on the trails. There is plenty of space for them to be off leash but make sure they have great recall as it is a large forested area. The trilliums are blooming right now on one of the trails and it’s beautiful.
It is tick season and we took 6 off our two dogs after almost 2 hours in the forest. We found another 2 when we got home so definitely a hot spot for them so come prepared.
We had so much fun and are definitely coming back! Thanks again for a great time! Emily B.
Emily B.
May 2023
This spot was amazing!
So much space for my dogs to roam and sniff all they want. We had fun in the field and on the trails. There is plenty of space for them to be off leash but make sure they have great recall as it is a large forested area. The trilliums are blooming right now on one of the trails and it’s beautiful.
It is tick season and we took 6 off our two dogs after almost 2 hours in the forest. We found another 2 when we got home so definitely a hot spot for them so come prepared.
We had so much fun and are definitely coming back! Thanks again for a great time!
55A gorgeous property, beautifully maintained, with a fun hike up to an amazing view. I wish I lived closer for more visits! Next time I will book at least a couple hours, there were more trails to explore and it was lovely just to relax for a few minutes up at the cabin. I'm not sure who enjoyed it more, me or my dogs!Melle O.
Melle O.
May 2023
A gorgeous property, beautifully maintained, with a fun hike up to an amazing view. I wish I lived closer for more visits! Next time I will book at least a couple hours, there were more trails to explore and it was lovely just to relax for a few minutes up at the cabin. I'm not sure who enjoyed it more, me or my dogs!
55We had a great time walking the trails. They were well marked and very clear. The forest wasn’t super grown in either, so my dog could run off trail and meet back up with me. The view from the top of the hill where the fire pit is was awesome. I’m sure it would be great to have a fire up there.
There’s a running creek and a pond. Part of one trail did cut through the creek, so depending on time of year you’d be best off wearing waterproof shoes as I had to walk through the water.
There is an open area with a picnic table which was a good resting spot for me (my calves were not ready for the hill up to the cabin), while my dog could explore around.
There are chickens in the front yard (enclosed) but if your dog is likely to react to them I’d recommend keeping them on leash until you’re into the trail system. I could also hear a small dog barking near the cabin at the end of the farmer’s trail which wasn’t a problem for us and they seemed far away, but might be good to note. Jay Michelle G.
Jay Michelle G.
April 2023
We had a great time walking the trails. They were well marked and very clear. The forest wasn’t super grown in either, so my dog could run off trail and meet back up with me. The view from the top of the hill where the fire pit is was awesome. I’m sure it would be great to have a fire up there.
There’s a running creek and a pond. Part of one trail did cut through the creek, so depending on time of year you’d be best off wearing waterproof shoes as I had to walk through the water.
There is an open area with a picnic table which was a good resting spot for me (my calves were not ready for the hill up to the cabin), while my dog could explore around.
There are chickens in the front yard (enclosed) but if your dog is likely to react to them I’d recommend keeping them on leash until you’re into the trail system. I could also hear a small dog barking near the cabin at the end of the farmer’s trail which wasn’t a problem for us and they seemed far away, but might be good to note.
55A great spot! The trails were well marked and clear. The host was very responsive and let us know the trail conditions in advance, so we made sure to wear proper footwear. There is a pond (not well suited for swimming, but it did not stop my retriever) and a small creek to cool off. We will be visiting again! Madison S.
Madison S.
April 2023
A great spot! The trails were well marked and clear. The host was very responsive and let us know the trail conditions in advance, so we made sure to wear proper footwear. There is a pond (not well suited for swimming, but it did not stop my retriever) and a small creek to cool off. We will be visiting again!
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Private rentals by the hour
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Frequently asked questions about Cavan dog park
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. 0% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Cavan 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 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 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.