55We brought our two reactive dogs here for privacy and swimming and we all had an absolute blast! Very private and exactly what we hoped for our time here. John was very accommodating and made the space very comfortable. Would definitely recommend brining your pups here! Katie S.
Katie S.
July 2025
We brought our two reactive dogs here for privacy and swimming and we all had an absolute blast! Very private and exactly what we hoped for our time here. John was very accommodating and made the space very comfortable. Would definitely recommend brining your pups here!
John's 2 Acre Unfenced Private Dog water Park In Clarkston | Sniffspot
55John's Sniffspot is the perfect place for my 3 dogs who LOVE to swim, and play frisbee. The pond was clean, with 2 running fountains, and a sandy beach- my dogs had a fabulous time! - we'll definitely be coming back.
If you need privacy for your dogs, I would suggest giving John a heads-up, as the property is the front yard of their house, and there were quite a few people around on our visit- which wasn't at all a problem for us, but could potentially be for others.Juliet W.
Juliet W.
July 2025
John's Sniffspot is the perfect place for my 3 dogs who LOVE to swim, and play frisbee. The pond was clean, with 2 running fountains, and a sandy beach- my dogs had a fabulous time! - we'll definitely be coming back.
If you need privacy for your dogs, I would suggest giving John a heads-up, as the property is the front yard of their house, and there were quite a few people around on our visit- which wasn't at all a problem for us, but could potentially be for others.
John's 2 Acre Unfenced Private Dog water Park In Clarkston | Sniffspot
55The yard and pond were so great! My dogs jumped right in. There is a small sandy beach area, a dock, and lots of swimming to be done. Bring a toy or ball if you want to play fetch in the yard. My dogs did take an interest in the chickens, so I had to direct them away from the coop, so be careful with that.
I met John briefly. He was a very pleasant host. Chairs, water, and pet waste bags are right at the pond. When you pull in, don't worry about the No Tresspassing signs. I pulled up to the automatic gate, and the host let me right in.Suzanne J.
Suzanne J.
July 2025
The yard and pond were so great! My dogs jumped right in. There is a small sandy beach area, a dock, and lots of swimming to be done. Bring a toy or ball if you want to play fetch in the yard. My dogs did take an interest in the chickens, so I had to direct them away from the coop, so be careful with that.
I met John briefly. He was a very pleasant host. Chairs, water, and pet waste bags are right at the pond. When you pull in, don't worry about the No Tresspassing signs. I pulled up to the automatic gate, and the host let me right in.
John's 2 Acre Unfenced Private Dog water Park In Clarkston | Sniffspot
55This is a big, well maintained, shady space with a clean pond. Our water loving dog didn’t waste a moment before leaping into the water. There’s a lead on a long overhead line for pups who don’t have good recall. This was perfect for our puppy while our older dog swam. As other comments say, there is a thick tree line in place of a fence. Our dogs happen to love exploring so this was not quite as limiting as it would be for most dogs. There is also a chicken coop on the property, somewhat hidden but of course our nosy dogs found it. It’s completely closed up but it’s something to be aware of if your dogs would find that tempting. Overall a lovely place for pups and humans and we will definitely visit again. Kim B.
Kim B.
July 2025
This is a big, well maintained, shady space with a clean pond. Our water loving dog didn’t waste a moment before leaping into the water. There’s a lead on a long overhead line for pups who don’t have good recall. This was perfect for our puppy while our older dog swam. As other comments say, there is a thick tree line in place of a fence. Our dogs happen to love exploring so this was not quite as limiting as it would be for most dogs. There is also a chicken coop on the property, somewhat hidden but of course our nosy dogs found it. It’s completely closed up but it’s something to be aware of if your dogs would find that tempting. Overall a lovely place for pups and humans and we will definitely visit again.
John's 2 Acre Unfenced Private Dog water Park In Clarkston | Sniffspot
55It was a great set up and so uniques to have a private beach and dock and such a large area for the dogs to play. The owner was super friendly and provided us several bottles of fresh water. Definitely will be heading back to tire these puppies out! Shannon S.
Shannon S.
July 2025
It was a great set up and so uniques to have a private beach and dock and such a large area for the dogs to play. The owner was super friendly and provided us several bottles of fresh water. Definitely will be heading back to tire these puppies out!
John's 2 Acre Unfenced Private Dog water Park In Clarkston | Sniffspot
55Had another great time here, dogs and my grandson enjoyed the pond. I think my dogs are really getting used to the water this time, which is great. There were baby chickens and my border collie was a little too curious, lol. Plenty of room here to play chuck it ball with my dogs. Wonderful host. Look forward to next time we come!Patricia P.
Patricia P.
June 2025
Had another great time here, dogs and my grandson enjoyed the pond. I think my dogs are really getting used to the water this time, which is great. There were baby chickens and my border collie was a little too curious, lol. Plenty of room here to play chuck it ball with my dogs. Wonderful host. Look forward to next time we come!
John's 2 Acre Unfenced Private Dog water Park In Clarkston | Sniffspot
55We had a great visit! I appreciated all of the info about getting to the house since it’s off a busy road. The host was very friendly and happy to accommodate anything we needed. My dogs had a great time swimming and digging in the sand! The beach was easy for them to get out of the water and also had a wide area to do so. Lots of grass to roam around too. I kept my dogs on leads the whole time due to the yard not being fenced, which I knew it would be! I’m glad I did because they would have quickly chased the wild turkey that wandered into the yard 😆. I would recommend this spot for your dogs who love swimming! Katelyn B.
Katelyn B.
June 2025
We had a great visit! I appreciated all of the info about getting to the house since it’s off a busy road. The host was very friendly and happy to accommodate anything we needed. My dogs had a great time swimming and digging in the sand! The beach was easy for them to get out of the water and also had a wide area to do so. Lots of grass to roam around too. I kept my dogs on leads the whole time due to the yard not being fenced, which I knew it would be! I’m glad I did because they would have quickly chased the wild turkey that wandered into the yard 😆. I would recommend this spot for your dogs who love swimming!
John's 2 Acre Unfenced Private Dog water Park In Clarkston | Sniffspot
55We had a great time here- 2/3 of the dogs are reactive, and we had no issues. A couple people did show up with the last 20 minutes of our stay, who did try and have conversations with us but it was close enough to leave time and with having reactive dogs we just packed up and headed out. Otherwise a stellar time- clean, large area, the trees really do create a fence around the entire property. Annah M.
Annah M.
June 2025
We had a great time here- 2/3 of the dogs are reactive, and we had no issues. A couple people did show up with the last 20 minutes of our stay, who did try and have conversations with us but it was close enough to leave time and with having reactive dogs we just packed up and headed out. Otherwise a stellar time- clean, large area, the trees really do create a fence around the entire property.
John's 2 Acre Unfenced Private Dog water Park In Clarkston | Sniffspot
55This is by far the best yard ever, if i could give 10 stars i would! We all loved it so much. My aussie girl went into the water, and by the time we left she was already dry. There is ample room for playing "chuckit" ball on both sides of the pond. It was so peaceful just what we needed. No dogs to bother us just frogs, lol. Thank you for the water for my girls, and waste bsgs ready, and a table and chairs. Theres a nice trail around the pond and a perfect 50/50 sun/ shade mix. I will definately put this on the top of my list and we will be back!!Patricia P.
Patricia P.
May 2025
This is by far the best yard ever, if i could give 10 stars i would! We all loved it so much. My aussie girl went into the water, and by the time we left she was already dry. There is ample room for playing "chuckit" ball on both sides of the pond. It was so peaceful just what we needed. No dogs to bother us just frogs, lol. Thank you for the water for my girls, and waste bsgs ready, and a table and chairs. Theres a nice trail around the pond and a perfect 50/50 sun/ shade mix. I will definately put this on the top of my list and we will be back!!
John's 2 Acre Unfenced Private Dog water Park In Clarkston | Sniffspot
55The most wonderful spot for our dogs to be able to play in the water and run around. John was super kind and accommodating, providing bowls & water for the pups. Would definitely recommend to fellow dog parents! Stephanie G.
Stephanie G.
May 2025
The most wonderful spot for our dogs to be able to play in the water and run around. John was super kind and accommodating, providing bowls & water for the pups. Would definitely recommend to fellow dog parents!
How do Village of Clarkston'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 Village of Clarkston 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. 10% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Village of Clarkston 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 465 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 773 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.
What is the best dog beach near Village of Clarkston?
Does Village of Clarkston have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 465 fully fenced dog parks in or near Village of Clarkston. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Village of Clarkston?
The Village of Clarkston area has 19 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 Monarch Hills Farm Private Dog Trails With Lake View In Holly.
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