Michele's Private Dog Park In Charlottesville- There are 17 farm fields within the farm so you must call us before visit for your assigned vacant pasture. | Sniffspot
55Just the most darling little yard. PERFECT for off-leash puppy training. Also, the landscaping offers enrichment opportunities unlike a large field. I would have used this gem when my babies were small almost daily. Unfortunately, my boys are bigger and were looking forward to the park and a good run, and this space was too small. Very lovely though. Laurie C.
Laurie C.
December 2021
Just the most darling little yard. PERFECT for off-leash puppy training. Also, the landscaping offers enrichment opportunities unlike a large field. I would have used this gem when my babies were small almost daily. Unfortunately, my boys are bigger and were looking forward to the park and a good run, and this space was too small. Very lovely though.
55We had a fantastic time! A very thoughtful host with water, treats, and toys provided for the pups and chairs for the people! We will be back. Courtney W.
Courtney W.
June 2022
We had a fantastic time! A very thoughtful host with water, treats, and toys provided for the pups and chairs for the people! We will be back.
55We had a great time here with our two dogs! Monja kindly showed us around and provided us with everything we needed in clearly marked bins (and even some treats!). The yard itself is a beautiful oasis with plenty of room to run around and explore. Not just fun for the dogs, but very relaxing for human guests as well! Thank you, we'll be back!Cassandra N.
Cassandra N.
September 2021
We had a great time here with our two dogs! Monja kindly showed us around and provided us with everything we needed in clearly marked bins (and even some treats!). The yard itself is a beautiful oasis with plenty of room to run around and explore. Not just fun for the dogs, but very relaxing for human guests as well! Thank you, we'll be back!
55The space is beautifully landscaped and peacefully quiet. My dog loved it. There was a ton of room for her to run around and lots of new smells to sniff. The host is very thoughtful and thorough. Even though it's a little far for us, we will be returning for future visits.Deanna F.
Deanna F.
October 2021
The space is beautifully landscaped and peacefully quiet. My dog loved it. There was a ton of room for her to run around and lots of new smells to sniff. The host is very thoughtful and thorough. Even though it's a little far for us, we will be returning for future visits.
55So happy this Sniffspot is back open! It’s such a gorgeous and tranquil location and one of the larger spots for your doggies to stretch their legs and so easy to get to. Monja is an incredibly gracious host - put out a blanket for me to keep warm on this cooler day. My dog and I both love this spot!Mary D.
Mary D.
January 2022
So happy this Sniffspot is back open! It’s such a gorgeous and tranquil location and one of the larger spots for your doggies to stretch their legs and so easy to get to. Monja is an incredibly gracious host - put out a blanket for me to keep warm on this cooler day. My dog and I both love this spot!
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55My dogs loved playing hide and seek with the set up of the yard. They ran and wrestled. Host was super nice and even left refreshments. She showed me how to work the gate since it’s a bit tricky. Lina E.
Lina E.
December 2023
My dogs loved playing hide and seek with the set up of the yard. They ran and wrestled. Host was super nice and even left refreshments. She showed me how to work the gate since it’s a bit tricky.
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55Beautiful fenced in back garden. Nice sitting area and drinks waiting. I have a big dog it was a little small for her to truly run but we had a great time. Lisa O.
Lisa O.
December 2023
Beautiful fenced in back garden. Nice sitting area and drinks waiting. I have a big dog it was a little small for her to truly run but we had a great time.
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55Another great visit. Lulu enjoys every minute. Well groomed area & no concerns for our dog. Clean water bowl & toys to play with. Hosts are generous with drinks, paw wipes & a patio heater! We appreciate them taking care of us humans as much as they do the pups. Thankful they share their space. Sofia R.
Sofia R.
December 2023
Another great visit. Lulu enjoys every minute. Well groomed area & no concerns for our dog. Clean water bowl & toys to play with. Hosts are generous with drinks, paw wipes & a patio heater! We appreciate them taking care of us humans as much as they do the pups. Thankful they share their space.
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55This is a great spot. The host is so gracious! The dogs loved all of the sniffs in the yard and had a great time playing ball. Especially loved the heater on the deck. We will be back. Marjorie R.
Marjorie R.
December 2023
This is a great spot. The host is so gracious! The dogs loved all of the sniffs in the yard and had a great time playing ball. Especially loved the heater on the deck. We will be back.
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55Once again, super clean and the perfect spot to get the rainy day zoomies out! The mulch ground is great to reduce muddy pups after an hour of running, chasing, and wrestling. The patio heater on the porch was just what was needed to take the chill off. Puppy wipes and cold water were just what was needed, too. This is a favorite spot for my two pitties. Kammy K.
Kammy K.
December 2023
Once again, super clean and the perfect spot to get the rainy day zoomies out! The mulch ground is great to reduce muddy pups after an hour of running, chasing, and wrestling. The patio heater on the porch was just what was needed to take the chill off. Puppy wipes and cold water were just what was needed, too. This is a favorite spot for my two pitties.
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55What a great spot! Our dog had so much fun sniffing and running from one end to the other. There are some spots with slopes that were also fantastic for tiring our little guy out. As an extra bonus-it was extremely clean! Not a poop in site! We went after a day of rain and the yard was not muddy at all, likely due to the wood chips. The host was so friendly and even left out some beverages for us and a fresh bowl of water and some toys for our dog. We will definitely be back!Dee B.
Dee B.
December 2023
What a great spot! Our dog had so much fun sniffing and running from one end to the other. There are some spots with slopes that were also fantastic for tiring our little guy out. As an extra bonus-it was extremely clean! Not a poop in site! We went after a day of rain and the yard was not muddy at all, likely due to the wood chips. The host was so friendly and even left out some beverages for us and a fresh bowl of water and some toys for our dog. We will definitely be back!
FurBaby Freedom Park - 100% donation to rescue groups | Sniffspot
55What a wonderful way to start the new year! Nice spot with lots of good smells and water for the dogs. There was also water for the humans, just in case, along with wipes and bags if needed. Had a lovely time and will certainly be back. Terry L.
Terry L.
January 2024
What a wonderful way to start the new year! Nice spot with lots of good smells and water for the dogs. There was also water for the humans, just in case, along with wipes and bags if needed. Had a lovely time and will certainly be back.
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55As always, the smiles tell the tail, err, tale! LOL. The all-mulch surface is perfect after all these rainy days. My pups love it here and are excited when we pull up. Kammy K.
Kammy K.
January 2024
As always, the smiles tell the tail, err, tale! LOL. The all-mulch surface is perfect after all these rainy days. My pups love it here and are excited when we pull up.
55I highly recommend this spot! It's a great size, was very quite and gorgeous! Easy to get to as well - right off of major roadways but surprisingly quiet and secluded. Beautifully landscaped with lots of different sections of yard for my dog to explore and enjoy all of the lovely smells - and definitely room for him to run. Not only is this a wonderful place for your dog to decompress, but it is a wonderful place for humans to decompress as well. The yard is so lovely and there were different sections with seating depending on if you wanted to enjoy shade or sunshine. The host is very gracious as well - had a variety of toys, big bucket of water, and some bug spray and sunblock if you wanted it. I'll definitely be back!Mary D.
Mary D.
August 2021
I highly recommend this spot! It's a great size, was very quite and gorgeous! Easy to get to as well - right off of major roadways but surprisingly quiet and secluded. Beautifully landscaped with lots of different sections of yard for my dog to explore and enjoy all of the lovely smells - and definitely room for him to run. Not only is this a wonderful place for your dog to decompress, but it is a wonderful place for humans to decompress as well. The yard is so lovely and there were different sections with seating depending on if you wanted to enjoy shade or sunshine. The host is very gracious as well - had a variety of toys, big bucket of water, and some bug spray and sunblock if you wanted it. I'll definitely be back!
55Beautiful hidden gem…. Owner was attentive and left water, toys, and even umbrella since called for rain. Seating throughout and our pups enjoyed themselves. I forgot my phone so no pictures of the happy and tied pups. Highly recommend and we will be back! Joy H.
Joy H.
August 2021
Beautiful hidden gem…. Owner was attentive and left water, toys, and even umbrella since called for rain. Seating throughout and our pups enjoyed themselves. I forgot my phone so no pictures of the happy and tied pups. Highly recommend and we will be back!
55Great sunny spot with different plant beds and a cute playground to sniff around. Fence was well maintained and secure enough so my small dog could not find an opening large enough to squeeze through. Erica J.
Erica J.
April 2021
Great sunny spot with different plant beds and a cute playground to sniff around. Fence was well maintained and secure enough so my small dog could not find an opening large enough to squeeze through.
How do Locust Grove'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
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FAQ about our Locust Grove 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. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Locust Grove 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 119 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 20 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.
Does Locust Grove have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 119 fully fenced dog parks in or near Locust Grove. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Locust Grove?
The Locust Grove area has 10 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 Fluffy's 100 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Ruther Glen.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Locust Grove?