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Forest LakeMinnesota55025US
5.07
55The space was exactly as described. We had a group of 6 dogs, and...
55A fun, large fenced spot to sniff & run!
55Great place for your pup to run around! It's a beautiful and quiet...
55Lots of room for your dog to run and roam. Very clean, lots of...
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Lightning Ridge: 4 Acre Sniffari in Forest Lake

Forest Lake, Minnesota
Partially Fenced
4 acres
5.007 Reviews
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Lightning Ridge: 4 Acre Sniffari in Forest Lake

Forest Lake, Minnesota
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Hosted by Erin O.
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5.007 Reviews
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Partially Fenced
4 acres
Lightning Ridge: 4 Acre Sniffari in Forest Lake - Forest Lake, Minnesota
Lightning Ridge: 4 Acre Sniffari in Forest Lake - Forest Lake, Minnesota
Lightning Ridge: 4 Acre Sniffari in Forest Lake - Forest Lake, Minnesota

Fencing

This spot is partially fenced

Info provided by host

Note from host

There's metal/wire cattle fencing, horizontal fencing and square fencing around the entire space except the 10 foot entrance.

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

partially fenced


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 dogsSometimes

Other dogs

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

The neighbors to the south have two dogs. When outside they might be heard, but not seen from the sniff spot. Access to that property is blocked by fencing and trees.

GUEST FEEDBACK

25% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsYes

Other domestic animals

HOST REPORTS

Yes (Always)

The neighbors to the north have goats. They are separated from this sniff spot by the driveway, a large yard and fencing. They can be heard from the sniff spot.

GUEST FEEDBACK

33% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleSometimes

Other people

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

You can see vehicles on the road through the trees beyond the fence. We rarely see any other people from these acres, but it may be possible to see someone walking on the road or hear neighbors (children and adults) if they're outside.

GUEST FEEDBACK

0% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Private entryNo

Private entry

No

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Amenities

Field

Trash can

Table

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Hill


Pricing
5 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

Member get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
This spot offers additional discounts.

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Location

Forest Lake, Minnesota

Description

4 acres of beautiful pasture land previously occupied by goats and horses. Frequented by deer, turkey, rabbit, and a multitude of wildlife, the sniffs abound! Wire/metal horizontal, square, and cattle panel fencing mark the boundary of this expansive space for you and your pup to stretch your legs, enjoy nature and explore.

Cleanliness

100% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Hazards

HOST NOTE

Old wood and metal fence posts, old wood fence, old wood platform/lean-to.

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Required advanced notice for visits
1 hour
Max dogs per booking
6
Is the host present?
I generally do not meet my guests

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


Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

5.00 (7 Reviews)

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Meet your host

Erin O.

Joined in January 2026

Dog lover living in a cat world! Hoping to share my land with doggos and their family that need a private space to enjoy nature and stretch legs!


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