“The Pond” at Walking Eagle Marsh—2 Acres of Pond and Play! - Forest City, Iowa #1

“The Pond” at Walking Eagle Marsh—2 Acres of Pond and Play!

Forest City, Iowa

Unfenced

2 acres

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Fencing

This spot is unfenced

Info provided by host

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

unfenced

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsNo

Other domestic animalsNo

Other peopleSometimes

Private entryYes

Amenities

Lake or pond

Field

Chairs

Woods

Trail

Rain shelter / sun shade

Pricing

4 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

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Location

Forest City, Iowa

Description

We offer our scenic country pond area, pavilion, and a portion of our surrounding trails for pups to play! We keep our trails and the surrounding pond area mowed during growing seasons, and we are a chemical-free property. Our pavilion can be used for events or gatherings of family and friends for an additional fee. Please reach out to enquire about renting our beautiful space for your next event! If you see apples on the tree in late summer/fall, please enjoy a snack! We can’t wait to host you!

Hazards

HOST NOTE

Use of our pond area and surrounding trails is at your own risk. Our land and trails are “wild” conservation land. There may be plants or wildlife that can harm your pet. We do not use chemicals to control bugs or plant life.

Water safety notice

Make sure to practice dog and human safety around water. Read more

Extras

2 bottles of water3.5 credits

Thirsty or need a sip for your pup? I’ll have cold water bottles available in a cooler under the pavilion. :)

30 or 50amp hookups10 credits

Want to plug in your camper or generator? We have both 30amp and 50 amp available!

Bottle of Water2 credits

Thirsty? Need a sip for your pup? We’ll leave water for you in a cooler under the pavilion :)

Extras

2 bottles of water3.5 credits

Thirsty or need a sip for your pup? I’ll have cold water bottles available in a cooler under the pavilion. :)

30 or 50amp hookups10 credits

Want to plug in your camper or generator? We have both 30amp and 50 amp available!

Bottle of Water2 credits

Thirsty? Need a sip for your pup? We’ll leave water for you in a cooler under the pavilion :)

Extra camper5 credits

Select this extra if you will have 5 people in your camping party. Please reach out for a custom quote if you will have more than 5 people in your camping party.

Firepit use5 credits

Bring your own firewood and enjoy a fire in our firepit! Be sure flames are extinguished before you leave :)

Overnight Camping30 credits

Camping for up to 4 ppl (tent, RV, or under the stars!) Firepit and BBQ grill incl. Extra fee applies for use of 30 or 50amp hookups. There is no water/sewer. Camping: 4p-9a. Please take all trash with you upon exiting. **please select the additional fee for extra campers if your party has more than 4. We can accommodate up to 6 people. Need an RV for your camp out? Our travel trailer sleeps 4-5, and Site rental is FREE with camper rental! Reach out for details!

Picnic or Party!75 credits

Would you like to entertain a few friends for a cookout? Maybe your child’s birthday? Price includes up to 15 people for up to 2 hours. Need more time or have more friends? Message me for a custom quote! Please note that we do not have a bathroom on site. We do have a travel trailer available with a bathroom and mini kitchen that can be parked on site for an additional fee. This option must be booked at least a week in advance, and the travel trailer is only available April through October.

RV for Bathroom/Kitchen Use75 credits

If you are booking an event at our pavilion and need bathroom and/or kitchen amenities, you can book our cute little travel trailer! We’ll park it onsite and have it ready to accommodate your bathroom and kitchen needs! This option must be booked at least a week in advance, and is only available April through October :) Want to camp in our RV overnight? Reach out for a custom quote!

Small group BBQ use20 credits

This extra option allows use of our on-site BBQ grill! Up to 4 people can enjoy a BBQ while your pup(s) play. Bring your coals and utensils! And remember to take all trash with you when you leave :)

S’mores package12 credits

This extra includes graham crackers, Hershey’s milk chocolate, and giant marshmallows! We also loan out our own telescoping roasting sticks for toasting those mallows! Please leave them next to the firepit when you leave :)

Host Rules

Minimum visit length

30 minutes

Required advanced notice for visits

1 hour

Max dogs per booking

Is the host present?

I generally do not meet my guests

Additional rules

We are a “leave no trace” site. Take all waste and trash with you. Surrounding trails use is limited to the immediate area around the pond. A map of allowed areas is posted at the site. Please message us if you are unsure where you can/cannot roam. You must maintain control of your dog and be able to recall them if they are off-leash. Cooking, use of campsite, and social gatherings are available for an additional fee. Your dog may swim in the pond, however, humans are not permitted to do so. Please reach out with any questions!

Community safety rules

	Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
	Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
	Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
	Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
	Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
	Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules

	Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
	Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
	Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
	Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
	Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
	Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies

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Joined in January 2026

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