55Very private and perfect place to relax with your pets. Completely fenced & so nice to not have to worry about my reactive dog seeing anyone/anything. 10/10!! Will be back🩷Erica L.
Erica L.
July 2025
Very private and perfect place to relax with your pets. Completely fenced & so nice to not have to worry about my reactive dog seeing anyone/anything. 10/10!! Will be back🩷
55This Sniffspot was amazing! I brought my golden retriever and 4 Pomeranians, and we all had a good time. Being able to swim with them was so much fun. Host provided poop bags, fresh clean water for the dogs, bug spray too. Lots of dragonflies, but that was nice because they kept the flies away. I didn’t see any water toys out, so make sure it bring your own. Can’t want to come back. Natalie P.
Natalie P.
July 2025
This Sniffspot was amazing! I brought my golden retriever and 4 Pomeranians, and we all had a good time. Being able to swim with them was so much fun. Host provided poop bags, fresh clean water for the dogs, bug spray too. Lots of dragonflies, but that was nice because they kept the flies away. I didn’t see any water toys out, so make sure it bring your own. Can’t want to come back.
55This is definitely going to be our favorite spot! Very clean and well maintained. The host had everything set up, hand sanitizer, bug spray, poop bags, garbage can, and iced water which made us feel very welcomed. There is a lovely set of chairs to sit and relax. I enjoyed the water same as my pup did! We’ll be back for sure! Taska G.
Taska G.
July 2025
This is definitely going to be our favorite spot! Very clean and well maintained. The host had everything set up, hand sanitizer, bug spray, poop bags, garbage can, and iced water which made us feel very welcomed. There is a lovely set of chairs to sit and relax. I enjoyed the water same as my pup did! We’ll be back for sure!
55Wow! This is the best Sniffspot I have found yet! My dogs were so excited to swim in the water and play on the beach and just smell all the smells! The hosts were wonderful and very accommodating. We will def be back! Thanks again Linda Jordan W.
Jordan W.
July 2025
Wow! This is the best Sniffspot I have found yet! My dogs were so excited to swim in the water and play on the beach and just smell all the smells! The hosts were wonderful and very accommodating. We will def be back! Thanks again Linda
55We came back for more. My almost 16 year young Border Collie which I lovingly call dirty little white boy :) loves swimming, so I try to give him every chance we can get while he still can. I am pretty sure it is what is keeping him so mobile :) Of course Xenia (GSD) and Dusty (BorderPap) joined Hurricane in swimming while Beep (BorderPap) chose to explore the remainder of the yard instead.Sonja D.
Sonja D.
July 2025
We came back for more. My almost 16 year young Border Collie which I lovingly call dirty little white boy :) loves swimming, so I try to give him every chance we can get while he still can. I am pretty sure it is what is keeping him so mobile :) Of course Xenia (GSD) and Dusty (BorderPap) joined Hurricane in swimming while Beep (BorderPap) chose to explore the remainder of the yard instead.
55This SniffSpot was an oasis! My pup and grandpups had the BEST time swimming, playing fetch, and exploring the beautiful grounds! Linda had a bowl of ice waiting for them-perfect for the warm day! We can’t wait to come back and take advantage of the extras! So fun!Klaudia G.
Klaudia G.
July 2025
This SniffSpot was an oasis! My pup and grandpups had the BEST time swimming, playing fetch, and exploring the beautiful grounds! Linda had a bowl of ice waiting for them-perfect for the warm day! We can’t wait to come back and take advantage of the extras! So fun!
55Lucky and Clover had so much fun!!! This property is super clean and well kept. My pups were able to swim and play fetch. The pond is very clean and it is great for playing fetch. There were poop bags and a bowl of ice ready to go for us. Everything was wonderful and we will definitely visit again.Ginny L.
Ginny L.
July 2025
Lucky and Clover had so much fun!!! This property is super clean and well kept. My pups were able to swim and play fetch. The pond is very clean and it is great for playing fetch. There were poop bags and a bowl of ice ready to go for us. Everything was wonderful and we will definitely visit again.
55It was THE perfect spot for me and my girl to spend time bonding. My house pig loves to swim and had the time of her life! Thank you Linda!Michelle A.
Michelle A.
July 2025
It was THE perfect spot for me and my girl to spend time bonding. My house pig loves to swim and had the time of her life! Thank you Linda!
55The best sniff spot we have visited. So clean, so much hospitality! They had ice ready for my pup and we had so much fun in the water. Will absolutely be coming again. Savannah B.
Savannah B.
July 2025
The best sniff spot we have visited. So clean, so much hospitality! They had ice ready for my pup and we had so much fun in the water. Will absolutely be coming again.
55I first used this Sniffspot in attempt to warm my 2 yr old lab up to the idea of swimming. The slow decline into the pond as well as the dock and the fact that I could also get in the pond with her was perfect. Took all of 11 minutes and she was swimming just to swim, fetching and even jumping off the dock. The ice biscuits in a bowl was thoughtful. It was a nice layout and so much room for fetch even if not using the pond. Enough shade and seating for myself as well. It was perfect. And we have a swimmer now! Thanks for hosting Maggie and I. We will likely be back sometime again. ☺️ Christina P.
Christina P.
July 2025
I first used this Sniffspot in attempt to warm my 2 yr old lab up to the idea of swimming. The slow decline into the pond as well as the dock and the fact that I could also get in the pond with her was perfect. Took all of 11 minutes and she was swimming just to swim, fetching and even jumping off the dock. The ice biscuits in a bowl was thoughtful. It was a nice layout and so much room for fetch even if not using the pond. Enough shade and seating for myself as well. It was perfect. And we have a swimmer now! Thanks for hosting Maggie and I. We will likely be back sometime again. ☺️
55I think we've found a new favorite spot! Beautiful yard with a very well maintained pond to splash and play in. My dog is a water lover, so if yours is too you're in for a treat! There is a dock which your dog can jump into the water off of. A paddle boat and a floating mat for people to use if desired. We will definitely be back and book a longer stay to enjoy all the amenities of this lovely yard!Autumn C.
Autumn C.
July 2025
I think we've found a new favorite spot! Beautiful yard with a very well maintained pond to splash and play in. My dog is a water lover, so if yours is too you're in for a treat! There is a dock which your dog can jump into the water off of. A paddle boat and a floating mat for people to use if desired. We will definitely be back and book a longer stay to enjoy all the amenities of this lovely yard!
55This spot was great. Our three dogs loved smelling all the new smells along the perimeter of the yard and absolutely loved playing fetch in the pond. Linda was so accommodating leaving bug spray and a bowl of ice water out for the dogs. My dogs kept wanting to check out the floating lily pad. They loved being able to walk all the way around the pond and we appreciated the pooper scooper and garbage. We will definitely be back. Shannon S.
Shannon S.
July 2025
This spot was great. Our three dogs loved smelling all the new smells along the perimeter of the yard and absolutely loved playing fetch in the pond. Linda was so accommodating leaving bug spray and a bowl of ice water out for the dogs. My dogs kept wanting to check out the floating lily pad. They loved being able to walk all the way around the pond and we appreciated the pooper scooper and garbage. We will definitely be back.
55This has been the best place for my dogs to play and swim!
Linda was incredibly attentive and kind. She took the time to explain how to use her backyard and the magical pond. Going to a public dog beach can be overwhelming for my pups, so I’m so happy that a peaceful place like this exists. We’ll definitely be coming back!
Karla F.
Karla F.
July 2025
This has been the best place for my dogs to play and swim!
Linda was incredibly attentive and kind. She took the time to explain how to use her backyard and the magical pond. Going to a public dog beach can be overwhelming for my pups, so I’m so happy that a peaceful place like this exists. We’ll definitely be coming back!
55Linda was such a wonderful host! There’s so much room for the dogs to run and it’s a perfect setup with the beach and swimmable pond. There are no chemicals in the pond, so it’s safe for dogs to swim and drink out of it. My dogs are usually afraid of water, but one of them was in it half the time! Highly recommend Megan M.
Megan M.
July 2025
Linda was such a wonderful host! There’s so much room for the dogs to run and it’s a perfect setup with the beach and swimmable pond. There are no chemicals in the pond, so it’s safe for dogs to swim and drink out of it. My dogs are usually afraid of water, but one of them was in it half the time! Highly recommend
55Absolutely beautiful! We had such a good time with our girls. The hosts were unbelievably kind and welcoming beyond belief! A perfect, serene spot to swim with your pup, or even to work on swimming confidence/retrieving! Honestly, it felt like our own private beach which was SO relaxing 😍 I highly HIGHLY recommend and will definitely be back! Ange V.
Ange V.
July 2025
Absolutely beautiful! We had such a good time with our girls. The hosts were unbelievably kind and welcoming beyond belief! A perfect, serene spot to swim with your pup, or even to work on swimming confidence/retrieving! Honestly, it felt like our own private beach which was SO relaxing 😍 I highly HIGHLY recommend and will definitely be back!
55This is an absolutely beautiful oasis! The hosts were very welcoming and so kind. Me and my pup had the best time splashing in the pond, running around, playing fetch, and relaxing. My pup is happy and worn out from all of the fun. I cannot recommend this spot enough. Take your pup on an adventure here soon!Jennifer R.
Jennifer R.
July 2025
This is an absolutely beautiful oasis! The hosts were very welcoming and so kind. Me and my pup had the best time splashing in the pond, running around, playing fetch, and relaxing. My pup is happy and worn out from all of the fun. I cannot recommend this spot enough. Take your pup on an adventure here soon!
How do Columbus'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 Columbus 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. 15% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Columbus 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 325 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 478 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 Columbus?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Columbus is Runner's High. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Columbus have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 325 fully fenced dog parks in or near Columbus. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Columbus?
The Columbus area has 9 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 Diane's Private Dog Park In Grant Township.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Columbus?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Columbus?
There are 50 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Columbus where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Diane's Private Dog Park In Grant Township.
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