55Nice spot, long straight open area surrounded by woods. Our dog isn't great with recall yet so we just kept him on a long leash, but for a dog who's better behaved this is a good spot with lots of room to run and exploreCormac A.
Cormac A.
May 2025
Nice spot, long straight open area surrounded by woods. Our dog isn't great with recall yet so we just kept him on a long leash, but for a dog who's better behaved this is a good spot with lots of room to run and explore
Denise's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Bellingham | Sniffspot
55Love to see the grass coming in. Little bit of sun coming through the trees but plenty of shade so she didn’t get overheated playing. It was lovely!Anna G.
Anna G.
May 2025
Love to see the grass coming in. Little bit of sun coming through the trees but plenty of shade so she didn’t get overheated playing. It was lovely!
55Always great. Surprised by some chickens in the house’s yard this time, haven’t seen them there before! My dogs were too interested so kept them away from that shared fence line. Elise D.
Elise D.
April 2025
Always great. Surprised by some chickens in the house’s yard this time, haven’t seen them there before! My dogs were too interested so kept them away from that shared fence line.
55My dogs were so happy! Excellent spot. Both Tank and Harper are reactive- both under 2 but they did very well and there were no distractions of concern. Highly recommend- bring water Tresa M.
Tresa M.
April 2025
My dogs were so happy! Excellent spot. Both Tank and Harper are reactive- both under 2 but they did very well and there were no distractions of concern. Highly recommend- bring water
55We always have a wonderful time at K9 Granny's. Just the perfect size of running room, easy to walk, great view of Baker! Appreciate fresh water and the port-a-potty!Laurie R.
Laurie R.
April 2025
We always have a wonderful time at K9 Granny's. Just the perfect size of running room, easy to walk, great view of Baker! Appreciate fresh water and the port-a-potty!
55A most lovely spot. Our dog, Lucy, loves this place. On the drive over, not exactly sure what her external clues are (??); but she can hardly contain herself...Always a pleasure!Warren B.
Warren B.
April 2025
A most lovely spot. Our dog, Lucy, loves this place. On the drive over, not exactly sure what her external clues are (??); but she can hardly contain herself...Always a pleasure!
55This is a beautiful spot--very peaceful and quiet. There is a walkway through the forest to a clearing with garbage container, toys, and places to sit.Karen A.
Karen A.
April 2025
This is a beautiful spot--very peaceful and quiet. There is a walkway through the forest to a clearing with garbage container, toys, and places to sit.
Denise's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Bellingham | Sniffspot
55Really lovely spot, fully fenced water for the dogs. Denise made sure that I got in there okay? And you were everything was. We’ll definitely be returning with my dogs. Marine R.
Marine R.
April 2025
Really lovely spot, fully fenced water for the dogs. Denise made sure that I got in there okay? And you were everything was. We’ll definitely be returning with my dogs. 
55This spot is always a favorite. Do note that with warmer weather, the host's small dog is frequently out (and sometimes barking) in the yard that shares a fence with the parking area and larger field. Otherwise, it's a peaceful space, and we have a great time here!Beth P.
Beth P.
April 2025
This spot is always a favorite. Do note that with warmer weather, the host's small dog is frequently out (and sometimes barking) in the yard that shares a fence with the parking area and larger field. Otherwise, it's a peaceful space, and we have a great time here!
Forested 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park off Mt Baker highway | Sniffspot
55Great little spot packed with trees and stumps and ferns for my pup to sniff through. He was a startled by the tractor working nearby but he was calm and happy exploring the forest. Had everything we needed, thank you!Sally P.
Sally P.
April 2025
Great little spot packed with trees and stumps and ferns for my pup to sniff through. He was a startled by the tractor working nearby but he was calm and happy exploring the forest. Had everything we needed, thank you!
55This sniff spot was amazing! The owner met us at the gate and showed us around. Very nice clean area that’s fully fenced. Plenty of room for our dog to fetch a ball and get some good exercise in. It’s a dog boarding facility but we never heard or saw another dog. Will 1000% be coming back here again and again. Heather O.
Heather O.
April 2025
This sniff spot was amazing! The owner met us at the gate and showed us around. Very nice clean area that’s fully fenced. Plenty of room for our dog to fetch a ball and get some good exercise in. It’s a dog boarding facility but we never heard or saw another dog. Will 1000% be coming back here again and again.
55This is such a lovely yard, one of my pup's favorites ... there's room to run and shade to rest in. It's always neat and clean.Lisa R.
Lisa R.
April 2025
This is such a lovely yard, one of my pup's favorites ... there's room to run and shade to rest in. It's always neat and clean.
How do Bellingham'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
Designed for private play
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Reactive dogs welcome
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FAQ About Bellingham 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. 1% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Bellingham 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 133 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 220 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 Bellingham?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Bellingham is Little Squalicum Off Leash Area. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Bellingham have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 133 fully fenced dog parks in or near Bellingham. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Bellingham?
The Bellingham area has 20 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 Happy Dog Forest - 40 Private Acres.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Bellingham?