55This was such a wonderful sniff spot ! We will 100% be back ! Our dogs had such a great time! It was so nice , clean , water provided , shade trees and so much more !!Ashley B.
Ashley B.
April 2025
This was such a wonderful sniff spot ! We will 100% be back ! Our dogs had such a great time! It was so nice , clean , water provided , shade trees and so much more !!
Cindy's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Mills River | Sniffspot
55Well fenced with no escape areas. Grass was nicely cut and the yard was very clean. Spot has shade and sun areas with chairs for the humans. Plenty of space to run and play. The slight incline to the yard makes it easy to play fetch while giving your baby extra exercise. Good communication with owner regarding access.MCW C.
MCW C.
April 2025
Well fenced with no escape areas. Grass was nicely cut and the yard was very clean. Spot has shade and sun areas with chairs for the humans. Plenty of space to run and play. The slight incline to the yard makes it easy to play fetch while giving your baby extra exercise. Good communication with owner regarding access.
Angie's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Mills River | Sniffspot
55Angie's space is absolutely fantastic. It is exactly as mentioned and photographed and a great space for our pups to enjoy running and playing in a controlled environment. We love it as much as they do. Shannon H.
Shannon H.
April 2025
Angie's space is absolutely fantastic. It is exactly as mentioned and photographed and a great space for our pups to enjoy running and playing in a controlled environment. We love it as much as they do.
Angie's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Mills River | Sniffspot
55I love this spot for my dogs. It’s shady and lovely with places for humans to sit and has water and a garbage bin on site. My pups love exploring this spot.Caroline C.
Caroline C.
April 2025
I love this spot for my dogs. It’s shady and lovely with places for humans to sit and has water and a garbage bin on site. My pups love exploring this spot.
Cindy's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Mills River | Sniffspot
55My little guy had an amazing time at Cindy’s spot. The gate felt secure, there were chairs, a can, and a bowl. We played fetch for almost an hour and he enjoyed it so much I had a really hard time getting him to leave. We would definitely return to this sniff spot. Thanks so much!Mary G.
Mary G.
March 2025
My little guy had an amazing time at Cindy’s spot. The gate felt secure, there were chairs, a can, and a bowl. We played fetch for almost an hour and he enjoyed it so much I had a really hard time getting him to leave. We would definitely return to this sniff spot. Thanks so much!
Cindy's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Mills River | Sniffspot
55Lovely yard. Enough space but not too much. Well kept. Smelled wonderful from the various trees and plants. Be sure you take your own poop bags and you will have to dispose of them elsewhere. Overall a really good experience.Darlene C.
Darlene C.
March 2025
Lovely yard. Enough space but not too much. Well kept. Smelled wonderful from the various trees and plants. Be sure you take your own poop bags and you will have to dispose of them elsewhere. Overall a really good experience.
Jaren's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Mills River | Sniffspot
55We recently visited this Sniffspot with two dogs and booked it for an hour. Overall, the space was a great size—not too big or too small—for our dogs to enjoy. The host provided plenty of toys, two water bowls filled with water, and two chairs for us to sit and relax. The biggest highlight for us was the fencing, which felt very secure and was taller than many other fenced areas we've seen.
However, one important thing to note is that there is a small chicken coop inside the fenced yard. Unfortunately, the coop itself is not very secure. When our smaller dog, who is not prey-driven but very curious, pushed on it, part of the coop lifted, leaving a gap where a dog could potentially get inside or the chickens could escape. We hadn’t noticed this at first, so we initially let him explore, assuming he’d lose interest in the chickens. When he didn’t, we had to leash him to keep the chickens safe, which meant he wasn’t able to enjoy the space as intended.
We’d recommend this Sniffspot for dogs who aren’t likely to fixate on chickens, but if your dog has any prey drive or curiosity toward small animals, this might not be the best fit. Hopefully, the host considers reinforcing the coop, moving it, or other alternative for added safety in the future.Chandra R.
Chandra R.
March 2025
We recently visited this Sniffspot with two dogs and booked it for an hour. Overall, the space was a great size—not too big or too small—for our dogs to enjoy. The host provided plenty of toys, two water bowls filled with water, and two chairs for us to sit and relax. The biggest highlight for us was the fencing, which felt very secure and was taller than many other fenced areas we've seen.
However, one important thing to note is that there is a small chicken coop inside the fenced yard. Unfortunately, the coop itself is not very secure. When our smaller dog, who is not prey-driven but very curious, pushed on it, part of the coop lifted, leaving a gap where a dog could potentially get inside or the chickens could escape. We hadn’t noticed this at first, so we initially let him explore, assuming he’d lose interest in the chickens. When he didn’t, we had to leash him to keep the chickens safe, which meant he wasn’t able to enjoy the space as intended.
We’d recommend this Sniffspot for dogs who aren’t likely to fixate on chickens, but if your dog has any prey drive or curiosity toward small animals, this might not be the best fit. Hopefully, the host considers reinforcing the coop, moving it, or other alternative for added safety in the future.
Jaren's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Mills River | Sniffspot
55Easy to find, good size, clean. There are chickens enclosed in a coop inside the fence so if you have high prey drive dogs might not be the best option. One of mine was fine but the other dog was not. I would need to visit with only one of my dogs next time. Angie B.
Angie B.
March 2025
Easy to find, good size, clean. There are chickens enclosed in a coop inside the fence so if you have high prey drive dogs might not be the best option. One of mine was fine but the other dog was not. I would need to visit with only one of my dogs next time.
How do Mills River'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
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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
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FAQ About Mills River 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. 4% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Mills River 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 157 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 332 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.