It’s named in memory of our dog Max, who passed away from cancer. He loved this area so much. So, we decided to share with other dogs, who don’t have the luxury of running and sniffing and being a dog. Big pond in the back is drained do to a sand vain.

Fully Fenced

10 acres

5(388)

$10 dog / hour

Lafayette, IN

Bark City - LARGE open field & woods with walking trails

No longer active sniffspot

(PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY) *we may have limited availability until the end of hunting season.* THIS IS AN ACTIVE FARM. YOU MAY SEE FARM EQUIPMENT NEAR THE BARN, ETC. Come enjoy our little paradise! Sugar Creek runs through the back of our property. You are welcome to enjoy it, just be careful while walking the trails. We do have chickens and turkeys on the front of the property. PLEASE leash your dogs until you are on the trail. It’s also very important to leave on time and not show up early. We have multiple guests a day and we need to let our dogs out as well during the day. If you do arrive early, please sit on the 1/4 mile driveway until your allotted time. If you are late, just send us a message if you would like to stay after your scheduled time to make up for being late. We may be out with our dogs doing chores in between guests. We want to continue to host for SniffSpot but we are having issues with people going over allotted time, allowing their dogs to chase our animals, and wandering around spots that are not for guests. All we ask is that guests are respectful of our animals and our property. Our house is not part of the SniffSpot. Please do not bring your dogs up to the front of our house. Our dogs are inside and will see you & start barking. There’s plenty of land to explore!

Zachary's 5 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Linden

About 2 acres of woods, about a quarter acre completely open with no trees. The rest is open but there are a few trees spread throughout. There’s also a couple trails around the property and through the woods.

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Why rent private dog hiking trails in Lafayette, Indiana?

Features	Sniffspot	Public park
Designed for private play
Rentable by the hour
Off leash options
Very large and/or fully fenced options
Pricing	$5 - $15 per dog per hour	Free

What types of private dog parks are available?

Sniffspot has different types of private dog parks to allow any dog to find their ideal spot!

Dog water parks

Many hosts have added water features like pools and/or are nearby lakes or rivers.

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Indoor dog parks

A good alternative to do activities with your dogs on a rainy day and unpleasant weather in general.

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Fully fenced dog parks

Very popular choice, perfect to contain your dogs if they are escape artists or if they are not good at recall.

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Dog beaches

Some spots are conveniently located by the sea or have sand and other beach features.

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Dog agility parks

Some hosts have implemented full agility courses to train your dogs in a private environment.

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Dog fields

Many of the listed spots are large pastures, fields and have farm animals that can be sighted.

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Small dog parks

Dog parks that specifically work for the needs of dogs that are smaller in size.

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What people say about dog hiking trails around Lafayette, Indiana

Ashley L.

January 2024

What a wonderful experience! This was my dog and I’s first time using Sniffspot and I was extremely hesitant at first, but right away we felt welcomed with a personalized welcome sign. The owner of the spot greeted us and told us all about the property, he even had towels and brushes if needed after the walk. There were plenty of poop bag spots and trash cans along the way. We had a great time and will definitely be back.

Jeff L.

September 2023

The park was clean and well supported with water and accessories. Delbert and Jody were great hosts. Highly recommend this dog park.

Morgan U.

January 2024

Such an awesome experience! Delbert greeted us when we arrived and let us know about all the cool things the property has to offer. My fur children loved getting to run and sniff to their hearts’ content and it was even a nice way for me to relax too! Highly recommend!!

Bianca J.

January 2024

Luna enjoys running around and sniffing at Max’s Playground! So much space for her to explore and do her own thing with no worries that she’ll run off :)

Missi D.

February 2024

Very nice owner, very welcoming. Aspen had the time of her life. Thank you so much for a Great time .

Sonja P.

February 2024

It was so nice to finally be able to visit after the last few rainy, gray weeks. We missed our visits so much! Our entire family loves our visits.

Melody E.

February 2024

Our dog was so excited to be able to run. The host is very nice. Large area with places to sit. Nice trails. We will definitely take our dog back.

Alison B.

February 2024

Great area and host! True dog heaven. We live in city area and love being able to let our dog run and just be a dog. The host goes above and beyond to make the space clean and safe. Such a great experience for the dog and owners!

Jennifer K.

February 2024

The perfect, peaceful place to let the pups run and play, especially on a “warmer” February day like today. Thanks for having us again!

Cynthia P.

February 2024

Best sniff spot ever❤️It has woods, trails, and lots of room to explore. And it’s fully fenced! Our dogs had an amazing time! We live an hour away and will be returning next weekend- it’s that good!

Sasha G.

February 2024

This is a great area with an amazing host! Luna had so much fun on the trails. We couldn't have had a better experience.

Bethany L.

February 2024

This spot is amazing! The trails were great for our 3 dogs and kept them busy the full time. They really wanted closer to the neighbors horses but they're far enough away and we didn't have any issues with the fencing. The host here is great! They left water and seating throughout the spot.

Kim S.

February 2024

My dogs love exploring at Max's. The property owner puts in some personal touches. You can tell he puts a lot of thought into the space.

Samantha W.

February 2024

Loved it! He was very nice and could tell he loved his dogs very much. Anyone that loves dogs like I do can't be bad :) the spot was huge and we didn't even manage to travel it all but it was so nice to be able to get us all out and about!

Taylor S.

February 2024

I was really impressed with how big the property was. Lots of sniffing opportunities and places to run around. Property was very clean and the owners provide just about everything you need. We will be going back!

Pattie S.

February 2024

Always a great time at Max’s. Wide, mowed trails for humans. Lots of room for the dog to roam and run.

Krista L.

February 2024

They posted a sign welcoming us back and it was such a nice surprise that warmed our hearts! The most perfect spot as always! Our pup was wore out by the end! He loved freely exploring the closed in trails which he can never do being a dog and human reactive guy.

Kaylynn H.

February 2024

Loved it here! This was our first sniff spot ever and it definitely set our bar high! Plenty of room to run, fully fenced and secure, Will go here again!

Lauryn F.

February 2024

Delbert is very kind!! The land is so beautiful and very safe and secure. It’s very clean and there’s water for the dogs and places to leave poop bags. I’m definitely going to return :)

Sasha G.

March 2024

Another amazing time! Delbert and his wife are so kind and friendly. We are definitely coming back. Luna loved to sprint the trails!

How do Lafayette's private dog hiking trails 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 our Lafayette dog hiking trails

Are dog hiking trails safe?

While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, inattentive owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than a city or county park. With a Sniffspot off-leash area 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. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. Our hiking trails tend to be outside the city, which lends to more privacy, but it is also important to follow typical hiking safety precautions, such as potentially having trail maps.

How can I find dog hiking trails in Lafayette?

There are 4 dog hiking trails in the Lafayette area. The most popular dog hiking trail is Max's Playground Private Dog Park In Lafayette. You can browse all of our dog hiking trails here.

How do I know if a dog hiking trail works for my dog?

Sniffspot provides the tools to find the ideal spot. Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing 6 feet tall and distractions, to find a dog park with trails that works for your dog. You can also filter by size if you are looking for a certain acre park, an expansive off-leash dog park. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog hiking trails. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog hiking trails where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Since you are looking for trails, make sure to check photos to see if it the spot has flat trails or gnarly trails. You can also browse by specific amenities, if you are looking for a view or a beach, for instance, or other activities or fun features. You can check whether the spot has off or on street parking, the regular park hours, whether it has paved trails or a modern restroom.

What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog hiking trail?

In order to hike the trails, we require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not permit dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules.

Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot hiking trail at the same time as me?

Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.

How much do Sniffspot hiking trails cost?

Dog hiking trails in the Lafayette area range from $10.0 and $10.0. The least expensive dog hiking trail is Max's Playground Private Dog Park In Lafayette. The most expensive dog hiking trail is Max's Playground Private Dog Park In Lafayette. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.

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