The property is at the end of a 0.8 mile gravel driveway. There are paths around the property in the woods and a field for ball chasing. It’s very far from a main road and safe for running off leash.

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Dog drinking water

"Our dog Jesse had so much fun at Juno’s sniff spot! She led the way on..." more

$10 dog / hour

Charlottesville, VA

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Riverview Park

0.9 acres

Park hours: 6 AM–9 PM 7 days per Week

River, stream or creek

Trail

No fee info

Charlottesville, VA

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Fifeville Park

0.67 acres

Park hours: 6 AM–9 PM 7 days per Week

Table

Swimming pool

No fee info

Charlottesville, VA

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Darden Towe Dog Park

Fully Fenced

1 acre

Park hours: 7:00 a.m. to dark every day

Small dog friendly

Dog washing area

River, stream or creek

Lake or pond

No fee info

Charlottesville, VA

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Darden Towe Park

Unfenced

1.5 acres

River, stream or creek

Field

Trail

No fee info

Charlottesville, VA

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Greenbrier Park

Park hours: 6 AM–9 PM 7 days per Week

River, stream or creek

No fee info

Charlottesville, VA

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James Hunter Dog Park

Fully Fenced

23 acres

Park hours: 6:00 AM — 9:00 PM Sat 6:00 AM — 9:00 PM Sun 6:00 AM — 9:00 PM

Small dog friendly

Chairs

Dog drinking water

Indoor restroom available

No fee info

Charlottesville, VA

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Chris Greene Lake Dog Park

Unfenced

Swimming pool

Trail

No fee info

Earlysville, VA

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Chris Greene Lake Dog Park

Fully Fenced

295 acres

Chairs

Dog drinking water

Indoor restroom available

Table

No fee info

Charlottesville, VA

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Claudius Crozet Park

3.1 acres

Park hours: 5:30 AM–10 PM 7 days per Week

Swimming pool

Trail

No fee info

Crozet, VA

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Pleasant Grove Dog Park

Unfenced

3 acres

Park hours: Open 24 hours 7 days per Week

River, stream or creek

No fee info

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North Park

2.5 acres

Park hours: 7:30 AM–9 PM 7 days per Week

River, stream or creek

No fee info

Waynesboro, VA

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Private 6 acres on the Shenandoah River

Partially Fenced

6 acres

I have 6 acres directly on the South Fork of the Shenandoah River. Great spot for small mouth fishing. Pictures taken are when the river was very low but regardless it’s still a pretty good spot to go out in the water. Also available to drop in or hop out for kayaking. Shuttle services available for an additional fee

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Chairs

"Our favorite Sniffspot to date! Amazing location, extremely friendly..." more

$2 dog / hour

Elkton, VA

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Coyner Springs Park Dog Mall

145 acres

Park hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Dog drinking water

Table

Field

River, stream or creek

Waynesboro, VA

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James E. Lambert Park

Agility equipment

Small dog friendly

Dog drinking water

Lake or pond

No fee info

McGaheysville, VA

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Gypsy Hill Bark Park

Fully Fenced

Small dog friendly

Agility equipment

Chairs

Dog drinking water

No fee info

Staunton, VA

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Purcell Park

3.3 acres

Park hours: 8 AM–8 PM 7 days per Week

Small dog friendly

Dog drinking water

Table

Indoor restroom available

No fee info

Harrisonburg, VA

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Edgebrier Park

0.35 acres

Park hours: 6 AM–10 PM 7 days per Week

Small dog friendly

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Table

No fee info

Bridgewater, VA

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Timberville Dog Park

Unfenced

0.93 acres

Park hours: 7 AM–9 PM 7 days per Week

River, stream or creek

Trail

No fee info

Timberville, VA

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Fluffy's 100 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Ruther Glen

Unfenced

100 acres

Rural, UNFENCED acreage. Fields, wooded trails, creek, pond. Near North Anna River.

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Dog first aid kit

Dog drinking water

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$7 dog / hour

Ruther Glen, VA

Adam's 12 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Gordonsville

Unfenced

12 acres

Digging area

Water - hose

Trash can

Dog drinking water

$4 dog / hour

Gordonsville, VA

Jps Park n Play

Unfenced

3 acres

I have 3.8 acres of woods and open yard on a private lake.If your dog will jump in...i provide a hose to rinse your dog off before leaving.I must be here if your dog swims.I also have large covered pavilion over looking the lake.It has a fireplace and table and chairs and screened in.You can have a picnic while your dog plays.All I ask is you clean up after yourself while on property.Bring towels and soap if you let dog swim.Youll want to wash he or she off.price is $10.00 per hour and maximum is 3 hours.

Trash can

Chairs

Rain shelter / sun shade

Lake or pond

$10 dog / hour

Cartersville, VA

Private 5 Acre Country Wooded Land

Unfenced

5 acres

5 acres of very well kept land, surrounded by trees and plenty of land to run. End of the road, no traffic. Long driveway. Private.

Water - hose

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Trash can

$10 dog / hour

Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA

Staver Farm Private Dog Park Nelson Va

Partially Fenced

100 acres

100 plus acre property, woods, trails, wildlife

Digging area

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Sign at entrance

$10 dog / hour

Shipman, VA

Cara's Private Dog Park In Spotsylvania Courthouse

Fully Fenced

0.5 acres

Small dog friendly

Hand sanitizer

Trash can

Sign at entrance

$10 dog / hour

Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA

Mikel's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Louisa

Fully Fenced

0.5 acres

Dock for dog diving

Small dog friendly

Water - hose

Chairs

$10 dog / hour

Louisa, VA

5.00(4)

Selena's Nature Bark Park

Unfenced

11 acres

Secluded 6 acres of yard surrounded by several more acres of woods. The yard it’s self is flat wide open space. There are little trails in the woods near the back area of the yard to explore with your pup! The back deck has seating that anyone is welcomed to use. There is a fire-pit area in the backyard that could be used if discussed with host. Sometimes there is small wildlife spotted in the yard and woods. We do have one pup who absolutely loves her yard but we wanted to share the love with other pups! We will keep our pup inside or out of the house when puppy guests are here!

Dog toys

Water - kiddie pool

Water - hose

Small dog friendly

"Nice open yard, it was snowy outside when I went and my dogs had a blast..." more

$10 dog / hour

Ruther Glen, VA

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Why rent private dog water parks in Charlottesville, Virginia?

Features	Sniffspot	Public park
Designed for private play
Rentable by the hour
Off leash options
Very large and/or fully fenced options
Pricing	$5 - $15 per dog per hour	Free

What types of private dog parks are available?

Sniffspot has different types of private dog parks to allow any dog to find their ideal spot!

Dog hiking trails

Some of our best spots have hiking trails in wonderful natural settings.

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Indoor dog parks

A good alternative to do activities with your dogs on a rainy day and unpleasant weather in general.

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Fully fenced dog parks

Very popular choice, perfect to contain your dogs if they are escape artists or if they are not good at recall.

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Dog beaches

Some spots are conveniently located by the sea or have sand and other beach features.

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Dog agility parks

Some hosts have implemented full agility courses to train your dogs in a private environment.

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Dog fields

Many of the listed spots are large pastures, fields and have farm animals that can be sighted.

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Small dog parks

Dog parks that specifically work for the needs of dogs that are smaller in size.

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Dog swimming pools

Many spots feature private swimming pools, perfect for dogs to enjoy and play.

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How do Charlottesville's private dog water 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 Charlottesville Dog Water Parks

Are dog water parks safe?

While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are 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. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars.
If you are worried about whether you can have an enjoyable water experience, just know that it is possible to have peace of mind when visiting dog waterparks by following basic safety guidelines. Some great ways to stay safe around water with your dog include learning canine CPR and keep an eye on your dog at all times to ensure they are not distressed. You can learn more about safety around water here.

How can I find the best dog water parks in Charlottesville?

There are 8 dog water parks in the Charlottesville area. The most popular dog water park is Fifeville Park. You can browse all of our dog water parks here.

How do I know if a dog water park works for my dog?

Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your dog. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog water parks. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog water parks where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Make sure to review the amenities of the spot to see what kind of water features are offered to make sure it works for your dog. If your dog is not a strong swimmer, then perhaps choose a dog water park with tamer water features rather than a river or beach, for instance. We also recommend reading reviews and reaching out to the host with any questions, and of course, checking water park hours.

What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot water park?

We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. Additionally, we recommend following our water safety guidelines.

Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot water park at the same time as me?

Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.

How much do Sniffspot dog water parks cost?

Dog water parks in the Charlottesville area range from $ and $. The least expensive dog water park is . The most expensive dog water park is . Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.

Can I have an event or party at a dog water park?

If you are planning an amazing dog water park party, each Sniffspot water park has their own rules regarding special events. Many water parks allow doggie birthday parties, training and other event types. Event organizers need to be responsible for their guests and event organizers should coordinate with the host regarding their fun party.

What are the coolest doggie water features available?

Sniffspot dog water parks can have a variety of features, everything from swimming pools to rivers to beaches to hoses and kiddie pools. If you are dreaming of a curtain of water, water tunnels, a ball pit pool, water slide ball pits, splash pools or other cool features, you can definitely find amazing features at Sniffspot dog water parks. Each water park is different, so check the details of the park to find the incredible dog water park of your dreams.

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