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.
55Amazing and Lovely yard! The dogs had so much fun with the unlimited space to run, sniff and explorer! 2 of my doddle dogs loved walking through the pond. The host was very thoughtful providing water, treats (which we forgot to grab) and balls throw. We will definitely be back.
Christine B.
Christine B.
June 2022
Amazing and Lovely yard! The dogs had so much fun with the unlimited space to run, sniff and explorer! 2 of my doddle dogs loved walking through the pond. The host was very thoughtful providing water, treats (which we forgot to grab) and balls throw. We will definitely be back.
55I love coming here with my two dogs! Second time now and definitely not the last. The backyard is beautiful with lots of detail and plenty of seating. I really enjoy coming here as it is peaceful and relaxing and huge! Not only that, Monja supplies a nice and neat container with my name on it and supplies in case we need it - towels, treats, blankets and extra clean up products as well as toys! It is so sweet. Memorable and amazing experience.Vivian N.
Vivian N.
January 2022
I love coming here with my two dogs! Second time now and definitely not the last. The backyard is beautiful with lots of detail and plenty of seating. I really enjoy coming here as it is peaceful and relaxing and huge! Not only that, Monja supplies a nice and neat container with my name on it and supplies in case we need it - towels, treats, blankets and extra clean up products as well as toys! It is so sweet. Memorable and amazing experience.
55Monja was amazing! So welcoming and you can tell she really cares about making your visit pleasant. Backyard is huge. There is plenty of room to run and explore. We will definitely be back. The dogs LOVED it! May be our favorite spot yet!Huong N.
Huong N.
January 2022
Monja was amazing! So welcoming and you can tell she really cares about making your visit pleasant. Backyard is huge. There is plenty of room to run and explore. We will definitely be back. The dogs LOVED it! May be our favorite spot yet!
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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.
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55Incredibly clean and has all the essentials and more! Drinks for humans plus wipes, poop bags, and plenty of places to sit. The privacy fence is great, and the host is incredibly kind. We'll be back!Mary-Elizabeth P.
Mary-Elizabeth P.
January 2024
Incredibly clean and has all the essentials and more! Drinks for humans plus wipes, poop bags, and plenty of places to sit. The privacy fence is great, and the host is incredibly kind. We'll be back!
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55Our dog Rosa had an absolutely amazing time here! The host was kind, friendly, and helpful. We felt very welcome and will absolutely be coming back! There were wipes, poop bags, towels, and fresh water waiting for us. The heater was a very nice touch in the frigid weather. The entire yard is well mulched and it’s long enough to play a nice, tiring game of fetch.
A note for people with reactive dogs - there is a very tall privacy fence, but one of the neighbors has a dog on the other side. We did not see him, but I was told he may make an appearance. The setup would make for a great training opportunity, but definitely something to be aware of!
Thank you very much, we will absolutely be back! Cecilia B.
Cecilia B.
January 2024
Our dog Rosa had an absolutely amazing time here! The host was kind, friendly, and helpful. We felt very welcome and will absolutely be coming back! There were wipes, poop bags, towels, and fresh water waiting for us. The heater was a very nice touch in the frigid weather. The entire yard is well mulched and it’s long enough to play a nice, tiring game of fetch.
A note for people with reactive dogs - there is a very tall privacy fence, but one of the neighbors has a dog on the other side. We did not see him, but I was told he may make an appearance. The setup would make for a great training opportunity, but definitely something to be aware of!
Thank you very much, we will absolutely be back!
FurBaby Freedom Park - 100% donation to rescue groups | Sniffspot
55It was a wonderful visit and I enjoyed a lovely conversation with the host. The yard was clean and a fun time for my 18 month old herding dog to run and sniff. I couldn’t ask for a better visit and can’t wait to go back! Crissy O.
Crissy O.
January 2024
It was a wonderful visit and I enjoyed a lovely conversation with the host. The yard was clean and a fun time for my 18 month old herding dog to run and sniff. I couldn’t ask for a better visit and can’t wait to go back!
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!
55We had another wonderful visit! This yard is so gorgeous, quiet, and large and perfect place for both humans and dogs to decompress. The hosts are very generous leaving out lots of fresh water, towels, and toys. There are shady and sunny areas to sit and enjoy the beautiful landscaping. It’s very easy to get to - I live north of the spot, closer to DC and can get here pretty quickly and without major traffic (I’ve done mornings and early evenings). I highly recommend this spot! Mary D.
Mary D.
August 2021
We had another wonderful visit! This yard is so gorgeous, quiet, and large and perfect place for both humans and dogs to decompress. The hosts are very generous leaving out lots of fresh water, towels, and toys. There are shady and sunny areas to sit and enjoy the beautiful landscaping. It’s very easy to get to - I live north of the spot, closer to DC and can get here pretty quickly and without major traffic (I’ve done mornings and early evenings). I highly recommend this spot!
55Another wonderful visit! This is definitely a top spot and one of our favorites. Lovely way to continue our Labor Day weekend in this gorgeous yard, cooler weather - and for the holiday, a special dog treat for my dog! That was such a wonderful surprise and one my dog enjoyed. Thank you!Mary D.
Mary D.
September 2021
Another wonderful visit! This is definitely a top spot and one of our favorites. Lovely way to continue our Labor Day weekend in this gorgeous yard, cooler weather - and for the holiday, a special dog treat for my dog! That was such a wonderful surprise and one my dog enjoyed. Thank you!
55A wonderful backyard/garden with plenty of space for pup to run and explore. Monja is a great host and thinks of all the details. Highly recommended!Richard G.
Richard G.
September 2021
A wonderful backyard/garden with plenty of space for pup to run and explore. Monja is a great host and thinks of all the details. Highly recommended!
55Perfect yard for my two large dogs! They loved it. Toys were available, sturdy tall fence, no barking neighbors, trees, and lots of areas to sniff! Will definitely book again. It’s a life saver for you to allow us to use your yard since our pups moved to the city and are not used to an apartment. Thanks so much! 🤗Courtney J.
Courtney J.
April 2021
Perfect yard for my two large dogs! They loved it. Toys were available, sturdy tall fence, no barking neighbors, trees, and lots of areas to sniff! Will definitely book again. It’s a life saver for you to allow us to use your yard since our pups moved to the city and are not used to an apartment. Thanks so much! 🤗
55My pups had a great time sniffing everything! Interesting variety of terrain and plants, lots of room for fetch and frisbee, and a very clean yard. Hope to be back soon!Heather M.
Heather M.
May 2021
My pups had a great time sniffing everything! Interesting variety of terrain and plants, lots of room for fetch and frisbee, and a very clean yard. Hope to be back soon!
55Gorgeous super clean yard. Huge, just perfect for our puppy to play and for us to relax in. Will definitely make a return visit! Amanda B.
Amanda B.
July 2021
Gorgeous super clean yard. Huge, just perfect for our puppy to play and for us to relax in. Will definitely make a return visit!
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 118 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 118 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?