Top Public & Private Dog Parks in Garfield Park, IL
Sniffspot's private dog parks are the best way to exercise your dog. We have the best variety and the best priced dog parks anywhere!
Top Public & Private Dog Parks in Garfield Park, IL
Sniffspot's private dog parks are the best way to exercise your dog. We have the best variety and the best priced dog parks anywhere!

Private dog park
4.89(831)
Payton's Playground
Payton’s playground is a spot where you can spend personal time with your dog by yourself without having to worry about others intruding in on your play session. We have agility equipment, pools, ramps, weaving poles, water bowls and more available at your disposal. It’s a great environment to be in & is directly adjacent to one of the best doggy daycares in Chicago, PupStars Pet Care. Feel free to stop in for a free goodie bag & to ask any questions you might have. Thanks & we’ll see you all soon!
Agility equipment
Water - kiddie pool
Water - hose
Parkour obstacles
What a great space! My foster pups loved their time here and easy parking ... more

Private dog park
4.88(137)
The K9 Plunge @The K9 Corridor 20x40 Dock diving pool (YES its in the city)
We’re excited to introduce a brand new private dog play experience brought to you by the team behind PupStars Pet Care & The K9 Corridor! This SniffSpot features a massive swimming pool perfect for dock diving, water play, and cooling off during hot Chicago days. While this is not The K9 Corridor’s full facility, it’s an exclusive extension of our commitment to dog enrichment, safe fun, & structured playtime. You can think of it as a mini oasis developed by the same folks you know & trust – PupStars & TKC. Come splash, sniff, & explore – just don’t expect a full-service campus (yet!).
Dock for dog diving
Doggy swimming vest
Pesticide-free
Water - kiddie pool
Thanks for having us! more

Private dog park
4.89(1,642)
BarkPark
Notice: We are closing the spot on May 23rd for maintenance. Sorry for the inconvenience. Grass and rain: Please keep in mind that during moderate to heavy rains the area without mulch can get muddy. Beginning May of 2024, we will post pictures daily to our Instagram account showing the condition of the spot. As you can imagine, due to the wear and tear the spot gets, it’s difficult to keep the grass alive. However, we do our best to reseed during the spring. BarkPark sits right across the street from The Salvation Army Freedom Center. This spot is fully fenced (chain link and wood) with the side facing the sidewalk being 5ft and the rest of the fence being 6ft. There is a dual-gate entrance to the spot for a safe entry and exit. Street parking is available. There is plenty of seating at this spot with shade throughout the day. There's a rain barrel filled with water for dogs to hydrate and cool down. We have water bowls available. GIANT sandbox that's great for digging and playing; no digging elsewhere please. On hot days, we do our best to keep the sand wet. Trash can onsite. We have poop bags available in two different areas for easy access. Half of this spot is covered with grass and the other half with playground mulch. This spot is big enough to get a good fetch session in or to just let the zoomies out. We also recently added agility equipment. We hope you and your four-legged friend/s have an exceptional time during your visit and choose to come back. Lost toys and items: Due to the amount of visits we get we aren’t able to track which items belong to which guest. If you’ve lost a dog toy or other item, please reach out and we’ll do our best to retrieve it and hold it for you. If you don’t reach out, we’ll hold onto it for a week and then add it to the Lost and Found Toy Box. Water: The dog drinking water gets changed 1-2 times per week, depending on the temperature/usage. During the winter months we empty the water barrel. If your dog/s require water during the winter months, we ask that you please bring your own. Food: You’re welcomed to bring food but we ask that you please clean up as a courtesy to other guests. Future additions: We hope to add more amenities over time. Our plans are to add more sand to the sandbox in late April or early May of 2024. We’re also hoping to have on-site parking around mid summer of 2024. If you have any suggestions for amenities, we’d love to hear your feedback.
Digging area
Agility equipment
Dog toys
Sandbox
Great space. Will be coming back. more

Private dog park
4.98(624)
Tiva's Green City Space(FREE private parking)
We LOVE sharing our space with multiple dogs from the community however, it is hard on the grass. To decrease traffic we have increased our pricing because the grass is struggling with wear/tear. If you have a history of using our yard we want your dog to still get to come play! So please send a message & we will send you a discount code. We just need to start planning for planting grass etc. With the fluctuation in weather please be aware: If outdoor parks are wet and muddy ~ areas of our yard will be also. We cannot control the effects of rain. Please always use the provided carabiner to lock the gate as pictured after you and your dog(s) enter. We have installed multiple methods of LIGHTING for evening reservations. Easy instructions for use will be sent when you make the reservation. We do have a SHADE/RAIN SHELTER! :) PARKING: One FREE private parking space located at the entrance from the alley at the back of the lot. Since some guests were having a tough time with the parking space, we did WIDEN the entrance. We park 2 Honda CRV's back there daily without issue. Fully fenced 6 foot secure and private green space. Large open lot with seating and plenty of room to play fetch or just relax off leash. Easy street parking, no permit required. Any Extras will be located in the storage bin on the east wall of the lot.
Agility equipment
Parkour obstacles
Dog toys
Fertilizer-free
I really enjoyed this yard. I have an escape artist husky that can scale 6 ... more

Private dog park
4.79(120)
Nikkole's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Chicago
I did not know that this was a thing so please excuse the yard if it is not up to par. Right now it is just a grassy fenced in spot. As I learn more I will try to make upgrades.
Trash can
Easy access and the perfect amount of space for my pup to get all of her en... more

Private dog park
4.86(118)
ND's Urban Farm!
Come bring your fur family to my little urban farm! We are a fully working farm so there are some ugly corners but lots of space to run free, dip in the little pool and play fetch!
Dog toys
Dog treats
Fertilizer-free
Pesticide-free
Fun spot for my border collie! more

Private dog park
4.96(200)
Rocky's Spot - Albany Park
Fully fenced yard. Guests should park in the driveway as the street is permit only. If there are any issues message me when you arrive!
Water - kiddie pool
Water - hose
Fertilizer-free
Pesticide-free
Our pup had a wonderful time getting out of our apartment in Amy’s yard! It... more

Private dog park
5.00(17)
Jen's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Des Plaines
Come enjoy our spacious yard with lots of grass, toys, and room to play! We have a fully fenced backyard with no gaps or holes. You can enter through our driveway and push open the wooden fence. There is plenty of parking on our block. Please do not park in or in front of the driveway. We have a small deck, table, and chairs for you to enjoy while your pup sniffs around. If weather is nice, we also have a cushioned swing to use as well! Toys, treats, fresh water, and poop bags will be provided. Please pick up after your dog & throw it away in the designated trash bin. If you would like the dog pool to use during your stay, please message me BEFORE your visit. Please message me with any questions or needing further details!
Dog treats
Dog toys
Water - hose
Fertilizer-free
Perfect spot! Will be back - my Shiba had so much fun! Very spacious and th... more

Private dog park
4.99(276)
Urban Retreat
Our yard is a longer more narrow yard which allows the dogs a little more distance for their runs. There is landscape bordering the fence and a garden in the front of the yard next to a yoga studio. There are areas to explore and areas for both dog and owner to relax, and a secure dog run that can be used for training. There is some agility equipment, a small plastic pool, as well as a sandbox and a deck with a roof in the dog run to help keep the dogs cool on a hot day. Water(hose), dog bowl(s), toys and towel(s) to dry the dogs off will be provided.
Dog toys
Agility equipment
Water - kiddie pool
Water - hose
A favorite spot for our pups! Alway have a great time :) more

Private dog park
4.99(282)
Maureen & Dan's in Peterson Woods
Enjoyed by our dogs for 15 years, our yard is a good size for zoomies, grass naps, and squirrel & bird watching. We have a table with comfy chairs and a kiddie pool. A crate of our guardian angel’s toys await your pooch. The neighbors on each side are dog free. You can spend time without a barking contest ensuing.
Dog toys
Water - kiddie pool
Water - hose
Fertilizer-free
Maureen and Dan were so welcoming and accommodating! Treats, water, and to... more

Private dog park
4.97(372)
Riverview yard in Albany Park
Large yard right on the river. No access to the river (yard is fully fenced), but human views of the water, ducks, other birds, and wildflowers on the bank. Pesticide and herbicide free lawn but various flowers, shrubs (and weeds) on the edges. Plenty of birds, bunnies, squirrels, etc. more than your average Chicago yard. End of dead end with pretty good privacy. Chain link fence on most and iron fence at front. Not ideal for small dogs or escape artists that can squeeze under or through fence. See photos for details of fence and if your dog would try to squeeze through. There are 3 big dogs at the house across the alley, but they are also well fenced. They are out on occasion, but usually not for long and I can’t guarantee their schedule. The view is mostly blocked by garbage cans and bushes, but not completely, so this may not be the place if your pup is super reactive. There are 2 Adirondack chairs, feel free to move them around into sun or shade or lay out a blanket or whatever you need to be comfortable. There is stainless steel water bowl and some toys. Except during the winter, when it will be off, feel free to use the hose by the stairs to fill up the water bowl hose the dogs off or whatever. You can pull it out into the middle of the yard, just put your foot on top of the reel to get better leverage and please reel back in and turn off after use.
Water - hose
Fertilizer-free
Pesticide-free
Water - sprinkler
Love the chairs more

Private dog park
5.00(16)
Robert's Barkyard In Bensenville, Use Code Luna247 for discount.
Nature setting with plenty of birds and "SQUIRREL" sightings along with a couple of hens too!! Separate from home and away street for your dogs to enjoy. Plenty of open field space to run, small wooded area, tall grass, rain garden with plenty of nooks and crannies to explore. Wood available for purchase to enjoy the fire pit. Lawn chairs to relax with your doggos. Picnic table to set your belongings on. Fenced in backyard that is intermittently shaded. Suns Out, Paws Out! New amenities to come soon!
Dog toys
Water - kiddie pool
Water - hose
Digging area
A great visit at Robert's spot! Plenty of room to chase a ball and sniff. E... more

Private dog park
4.94(108)
Cholula's Backyard
Cholula is a 5 year old GSP rescue who knows the value of play as she has had reactivity issues in the past (although she’s worked past most of those issues :) We understand the difficulty of these issues and she’s excited to share her space with you! Come spend time in a flowery private space with a kiddie pool, small agility set, toys and fresh water bowl.
Agility equipment
Fertilizer-free
Small dog friendly
Water - kiddie pool
We had a great time at Chulo’s Backyard! The yard was very clean and the fe... more

Private dog park
4.97(102)
A Runners Paradise
Welcome! Our location features a large yard and easy street parking. There is no garage, allowing for lots of space for your pet to run! The yard is fully fenced. In the spring and summer, humans and dogs can enjoy the view of the perennial butterfly garden that lines the yard.🌿 Feel free to use the black garbage cans in the alley to dispose of bagged waste. Easy and free street parking **We strive to keep our yard clean for our family and yours. Please note that in the case of same day or late night scheduling, we will likely not have the ability to do a pre visit walkthrough to ensure that the yard is 100% poop free When we catch the reservation in time and are available, we are ON IT! We have an abundance of city bunnies that play in our gardens at night and you might see some evidence of their travels through our yard. We do our best to stay on top of bunny pellets. Thank you for your understanding! We love hosting and do our best to make it a pleasant experience
Water - hose
Fertilizer-free
Pesticide-free
Small dog friendly
Very beautiful yard and so nice to see my pup get to run freely. He also ap... more

Private dog park
5.00(1)
Tameer's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Cicero
Dog toys
Water - hose
Water - sprinkler
Digging area
It was a good little place to relax and let your dogs enjoy themselves , th... more

Private dog park
5.00(1)
Jackie's Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Darien
We have three dogs who will be in the house during your visit. We have a fully fenced in yard. Chickens will be in the coop, they will not be allowed out when visitors are here. We also have beehives but the bees are not very active from November-late February, our dogs have never had any issues. We do ask that nobody touches the fairy’s in the fairy garden. Big or small dogs welcome. Let your furry friend burn some energy while you chill on the patio or toss a frisbee around. Enter through the gate between the house and the garage, make sure gate closes all the way. I hope you enjoy our yard!
Dog treats
Dog toys
Fertilizer-free
Pesticide-free
This years was very clean and had so much mental stimulation for my dogs! more

Private dog park
5.00(5)
Macy's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Chicago
Conveniently located in Old Irving Park, your dog can run and romp off-leash, and even have a splash in the kiddy pool, if you wish. We offer a fully-fenced yard with grass, bushes, soft dirt, fresh water & bowl, puppy pool, poop rake, pan, and bags, and a raised dog bed, and human seating spots. Please remember to pick up after your pup with the tools provided, and secure the gate on your way out.
Water - kiddie pool
Water - mister
Water - hose
Fertilizer-free
I really enjoyed the space. I like the view fence and the side yard. Bear... more

Private dog park
4.96(306)
Zoomies Zoomies Zoomies
Fully fenced .12 acre lot in the city! Near the lake.
Water - hose
Fertilizer-free
Pesticide-free
Small dog friendly
Really great spot! Beautiful yard, nice places to sit, secure fencing. Didn... more

Private dog park
4.91(110)
Planet Paws Playground- Chicago's Premier Canine Enrichment Oasis! 🌟
🌟 Welcome to Planet Paws Playground – Chicago’s Premier Canine Enrichment Oasis! 🌟 🐾 What Makes Us Special? Planet Paws Playground is a one-of-a-kind private dog heaven located in the heart of Chicago. Our secure, fully fenced playground is part of a full-scale canine enrichment center – designed to help your dog thrive mentally and physically. Whether it’s building confidence, tackling agility equipment, or enjoying a full-speed dive into our crystal-clear swimming pool, this is a doggie paradise like no other. 🐶 Enrichment Amenities for Your Dog: • 💦 Full-size Swimming Pool • 🏃 Agility & Parkour Obstacles • 🐕🦺 Doggy Life Vests & First Aid Kit • 🌊 Water play stations (hose, mister, kiddie pool, sprinkler) • 🐾 Dog towels, drinking water & shade • 🐶 Small dog friendly setup 🔐 100% Private Use When you book with us, it’s just you and your pups. No strangers, no stress – just safe, joyful playtime.
Parkour obstacles
Water - kiddie pool
Water - mister
Water - hose
Very well maintained and clean and the staff was super friendly. more

Private dog park
Cooper's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Chicago
Dog drinking water
Hand sanitizer
Trash can
Dog bags

Private dog park
5.00(241)
Kefy Dog Park
We are a dog loving home located on a large lot right off the Illinois Prairie Path in Lombard! Perfect spot for owners who already walk their companions on the path to stop and have some playtime or extra training time. (We just ask you make reservations before planning your visit) Join our Facebook Group ‘Kefy Dog Park’ to find Yard Updates & how other friends are enjoying our spot! https://www.facebook.com/share/ix7uGd3kp5R6DqxA/?mibextid=K35XfP We have a Newfoundland who will be inside during visits & chickens who will be in their coop/chicken run. Our favorite times of year to see our Newfie play outside are winter (he loves to catch snowballs, chase our kids and then lay in the cold snow)…and the summer when he lays in the cool grass and plops himself down in the kiddie pool. We hope your doggies will love to enjoy our yard just as much!
Dog treats
Dog toys
Water - hose
Fertilizer-free
We had a wonderful visit. There was plenty of room to run and sniff for my ... more

Private dog park
5.00(13)
Renee's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Prospect Heights
Welcome to our backyard! Enjoy over half an acre of space for your furry friend to run and play. The yard is fully fenced with no holes or large gaps, and there’s a secure, gated entry for added peace of mind. Our puppy lives indoors and won’t be outside during your visit, so you’ll have the space to yourselves! Please park in the driveway. Dog waste bags are provided—kindly pick up after your pup and dispose of waste in the trash can located along the driveway, on the side of the house. We’ve also set out some toys and a water bowl to make your visit more comfortable. Have fun and enjoy the space! 🐾
Dog treats
Dog toys
Fertilizer-free
Pesticide-free
The backyard was beautiful and spacious-perfect for Scout to run, play, and... more

Private dog park
5.00(1)
Kym's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Wheaton
Fertilizer-free
Pesticide-free
Small dog friendly
Water - hose
Very nice backyard. Fully fenced with plenty of room for dogs to move aroun... more

Public dog park
Wicker Dog Friendly Area
The Wicker Dog Friendly Area in Chicago, Illinois is a designated space for dogs to play and socialize. Located at 1425 N Damen Ave, this unfenced enclosure offers dog drinking water for visitors. For more information, visit their website at https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/wicker-dog-friendly-area or contact them at (312) 742-7553 or email erik.gleaves@chicagoparkdistrict.com.
Dog drinking water
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Public dog park
Skinner Bark Park
Skinner Bark Park in Chicago, Illinois is an unfenced dog park located at 1358 W Monroe St. It offers dog drinking water and is open daily from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm. The park does not have a specified nighttime slot and can be enjoyed by dogs and their owners during daylight hours. For more information, visit their website at https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/park-no-569#Hours or call (312) 746-5560.
Park hours: DayTime slotComment Sunday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm Monday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm Tuesday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm Wednesday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm Thursday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm Friday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm Saturday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm
Dog drinking water
Public dog park
Churchill Dog Friendly Area
Churchill Dog Friendly Area, located at 1825 N Damen Ave in Chicago, Illinois, is an unfenced dog park offering dog drinking water. For more information, visit their website at https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/churchill-dog-friendly-area or call (312) 742-4622.
Dog drinking water

Private dog park
4.98(54)
Sandy's Canine Corner Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Prospect Heights
Hi, my name is Bob and I grew up here with many different dogs over the years. They all loved to run, play and explore the yard as much as I did. I decided to name my spot for my mother, who always brought me to all the pet shops around and the reason for my love of animals. I sincerely hope that you and your dogs will also have as much fun running, playing and exploring the yard as we did!
Fertilizer-free
Pesticide-free
Dog toys
Water - hose
We loved this spot! Probably the best one we’ve been to. Nice, big area for... more

Private dog park
4.89(9)
Zoomies Welcome! Amy's Secure Dog Haven in Roselle
This is a fully fenced in area surrounded by woods. You will be able to focus on your dog without any distractions!
Digging area
Dog toys
Fertilizer-free
Pesticide-free
This was our first time using sniffspot and the yard was amazing! I will de... more
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Public dog park
Mary Bartelme Dog Park
Mary Bartelme Dog Park is located at 115 S Sangamon St in Chicago, Illinois. The park offers a large field for dogs to run and play off-leash. Visitors can find more information on the park's website at https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/bartelme-mary-dog-friendly-area or by calling (312) 746-5494.
Field
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Public dog park
Walsh Dog Friendly Area
The Walsh Dog Friendly Area is located at 1722 N Ashland Ave in Chicago, Illinois, United States. The park offers amenities such as dog drinking water and a spacious field for dogs to play and socialize. Contact the park at (312) 742-7529 or email cpdwaterpoloclub@chicagoparkdistrict.com for more information. Visit their website at https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/walsh-dog-friendly-area.
Dog drinking water
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