55Julia was such a fabulous host! It was my dog, Sidney’s, birthday, and she left him some treats and a special birthday cookie! Sidney was so excited to be in a safe spot where he could sniff everything and pee on every leaf, lol! The space was perfect! We had a wonderful time and will definitely be back! Amy H.
Amy H.
November 2023
Julia was such a fabulous host! It was my dog, Sidney’s, birthday, and she left him some treats and a special birthday cookie! Sidney was so excited to be in a safe spot where he could sniff everything and pee on every leaf, lol! The space was perfect! We had a wonderful time and will definitely be back!
55This backyard was really nice and surprisingly huge! There were a lot of options for toys and the pups loved wandering around smelling everything possible. We were greeted with a bowl of treats for the good boys too! Lindsey G.
Lindsey G.
October 2023
This backyard was really nice and surprisingly huge! There were a lot of options for toys and the pups loved wandering around smelling everything possible. We were greeted with a bowl of treats for the good boys too!
55We had a great time! This was our first sniff spot so Zorro did A LOT of sniffing! The host provided some treats with a cute welcome note. There we so many balls and toys provided! The backyard was very large and perfect for running around! Zorro had an absolute blast!! We also got to work on our place cue with the provided cots. There was minimal barking from neighboring dogs but it was perfect if you’re working on training with minimal distractions. Definitely a 10/10 sniffspot! We can not wait to book again! Bri C.
Bri C.
October 2023
We had a great time! This was our first sniff spot so Zorro did A LOT of sniffing! The host provided some treats with a cute welcome note. There we so many balls and toys provided! The backyard was very large and perfect for running around! Zorro had an absolute blast!! We also got to work on our place cue with the provided cots. There was minimal barking from neighboring dogs but it was perfect if you’re working on training with minimal distractions. Definitely a 10/10 sniffspot! We can not wait to book again!
55This was our first time and my pup loved it! So much do to! And my dog is a sniffer and she had plenty to explore. Super clean and well kept yard. Amy P.
Amy P.
July 2023
This was our first time and my pup loved it! So much do to! And my dog is a sniffer and she had plenty to explore. Super clean and well kept yard.
55My dog, Barkley, loved it. He had 10 minutes of intense zoomies before settling in to regular exploring. The space is big. Toys, water and treats were available. Perfect setting for us. I'll book again soon. Danise H.
Danise H.
June 2023
My dog, Barkley, loved it. He had 10 minutes of intense zoomies before settling in to regular exploring. The space is big. Toys, water and treats were available. Perfect setting for us. I'll book again soon.
55Julia’s place was absolutely fantastic! My yorkie, Luffy, enjoys just running & doing his own thing. This spot had ample amount of space and a few areas to sit down for yourself. While we brought our own baggies, baggies were supplies for us as well as a yummy treat for my fur baby. There was also a little kiddie pool that he got to enjoy as well as water left out for him. I can’t rave about this place enough and it’s definitely somewhere we will be returning to for some more playtime. Thank you again, Julia, for the hospitality and great experience. Jazmin V.
Jazmin V.
May 2023
Julia’s place was absolutely fantastic! My yorkie, Luffy, enjoys just running & doing his own thing. This spot had ample amount of space and a few areas to sit down for yourself. While we brought our own baggies, baggies were supplies for us as well as a yummy treat for my fur baby. There was also a little kiddie pool that he got to enjoy as well as water left out for him. I can’t rave about this place enough and it’s definitely somewhere we will be returning to for some more playtime. Thank you again, Julia, for the hospitality and great experience.
How do South Elgin'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 South Elgin 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. 8% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the South Elgin 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 518 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 776 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.
Sniffspot has 518 fully fenced dog parks in or near South Elgin. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near South Elgin?
The South Elgin area has 15 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 Christie's Private Dog Park In Plainfield.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in South Elgin?
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