Three plus private fully fenced in acres of running and romping in the woods. (Thei is no lighting in The Field, if coming after dark, bring a flashlight) | Sniffspot
55A super sniffspot! So many sniffs and sticks. Jäger managed to find the lake within minutes.
With the horrible ticks this year - it was obviously we’d have quite a few to deal with. Be sure to check your pup over! ❤️Christine H.
Christine H.
June 2024
A super sniffspot! So many sniffs and sticks. Jäger managed to find the lake within minutes.
With the horrible ticks this year - it was obviously we’d have quite a few to deal with. Be sure to check your pup over! ❤️
Three plus private fully fenced in acres of running and romping in the woods. (Thei is no lighting in The Field, if coming after dark, bring a flashlight) | Sniffspot
55This was our first time and we will be back for sure. Our rescue is very reactive and this spot was great for him. There were some geese and maybe chickens visible from the parking spot but they were behind fences and far enough away that it wasn’t an issue for our dog. Once we got to the Sniffspot everything was just as advertised. A nice shelter for the humans and a watering station were very nice to see. The spot is well maintained and provided a fantastic day for our dog. Thank you for providing this lovely spot.Gabe H.
Gabe H.
October 2021
This was our first time and we will be back for sure. Our rescue is very reactive and this spot was great for him. There were some geese and maybe chickens visible from the parking spot but they were behind fences and far enough away that it wasn’t an issue for our dog. Once we got to the Sniffspot everything was just as advertised. A nice shelter for the humans and a watering station were very nice to see. The spot is well maintained and provided a fantastic day for our dog. Thank you for providing this lovely spot.
Three plus private fully fenced in acres of running and romping in the woods. (Thei is no lighting in The Field, if coming after dark, bring a flashlight) | Sniffspot
55The BEST Sniffspot I have ever used! It was huge, and quiet - no distractions for my reactive pup or her friend we brought with. They got to run and run and run without any worry of getting away. Comfy swing and chair for the humans - even though we didn’t sit long. Kept walking around playing with the dogs. Speaking of the dogs 😉 - lots of toys and water for them!
Thank you so much - this was the perfect worry-free adventure! Mycki K.
Mycki K.
October 2021
The BEST Sniffspot I have ever used! It was huge, and quiet - no distractions for my reactive pup or her friend we brought with. They got to run and run and run without any worry of getting away. Comfy swing and chair for the humans - even though we didn’t sit long. Kept walking around playing with the dogs. Speaking of the dogs 😉 - lots of toys and water for them!
Thank you so much - this was the perfect worry-free adventure!
Three plus private fully fenced in acres of running and romping in the woods. (Thei is no lighting in The Field, if coming after dark, bring a flashlight) | Sniffspot
55Had a great visit! It was a perfect way to exercise my high energy boy on a brisk morning. Jessica E.
Jessica E.
October 2021
Had a great visit! It was a perfect way to exercise my high energy boy on a brisk morning.
Three plus private fully fenced in acres of running and romping in the woods. (Thei is no lighting in The Field, if coming after dark, bring a flashlight) | Sniffspot
55We’ve had Shandy for 3 years and this was the first time we could confidently have her off-leash in an open area. She was in heaven! Running and romping with so much to explore. Stacy’s park is gorgeous and well-maintained with lots of thoughtful touches (covered tent, seating, fresh water, toys and sanitizer). It was absolutely perfect and we can’t wait to return. Peter V.
Peter V.
October 2021
We’ve had Shandy for 3 years and this was the first time we could confidently have her off-leash in an open area. She was in heaven! Running and romping with so much to explore. Stacy’s park is gorgeous and well-maintained with lots of thoughtful touches (covered tent, seating, fresh water, toys and sanitizer). It was absolutely perfect and we can’t wait to return.
Three plus private fully fenced in acres of running and romping in the woods. (Thei is no lighting in The Field, if coming after dark, bring a flashlight) | Sniffspot
55This space is amazing! Perfect for our reactive boy. We just moved here from out of state, in an area SniffSpot was not very active, and we used a similar space that a local woman rented out privately. We’re so excited to have this here now! It is beautifully kept, has secure fences, and was easy to find. We will definitely be back!Mary Kate R.
Mary Kate R.
October 2021
This space is amazing! Perfect for our reactive boy. We just moved here from out of state, in an area SniffSpot was not very active, and we used a similar space that a local woman rented out privately. We’re so excited to have this here now! It is beautifully kept, has secure fences, and was easy to find. We will definitely be back!
Three plus private fully fenced in acres of running and romping in the woods. (Thei is no lighting in The Field, if coming after dark, bring a flashlight) | Sniffspot
55This was the most fun my pup has had in years! The yard is very well-maintained with plenty of spots for running and sniffing. The fence is very secure and definitely gave me peace of mind. We will definitely be coming back soon!! Kristi W.
Kristi W.
October 2021
This was the most fun my pup has had in years! The yard is very well-maintained with plenty of spots for running and sniffing. The fence is very secure and definitely gave me peace of mind. We will definitely be coming back soon!!
Three plus private fully fenced in acres of running and romping in the woods. (Thei is no lighting in The Field, if coming after dark, bring a flashlight) | Sniffspot
55Fantastic site with meandering pathways and plenty of shade. I walked about 1.3 miles myself. The sniffspot was immaculate with everything you need; toys, water, bowl, bug spray, doggie bags etc. My dogs enjoyed being off leash and when tired they lay down in the shade while I sat in a swing seat. Great place...will definitely be back.Carrie W.
Carrie W.
October 2021
Fantastic site with meandering pathways and plenty of shade. I walked about 1.3 miles myself. The sniffspot was immaculate with everything you need; toys, water, bowl, bug spray, doggie bags etc. My dogs enjoyed being off leash and when tired they lay down in the shade while I sat in a swing seat. Great place...will definitely be back.
Three plus private fully fenced in acres of running and romping in the woods. (Thei is no lighting in The Field, if coming after dark, bring a flashlight) | Sniffspot
55Absolutely amazing! My reactive doggo had an amazing opportunity to run around and explore so many different smells without me having any fears of having a stressful moment. Lots of little paths that lead to a new tiny tree patch to sniff through. -plus water a few toys to share and doggy waste can. 100% recommend and will be back!Samuel R.
Samuel R.
October 2021
Absolutely amazing! My reactive doggo had an amazing opportunity to run around and explore so many different smells without me having any fears of having a stressful moment. Lots of little paths that lead to a new tiny tree patch to sniff through. -plus water a few toys to share and doggy waste can. 100% recommend and will be back!
Three plus private fully fenced in acres of running and romping in the woods. (Thei is no lighting in The Field, if coming after dark, bring a flashlight) | Sniffspot
55Had a great time with my overstimulated/reactive rescue pup! It was a perfect place for him to run and explore off leash, and work on training in new environment that is controlled. Everything I needed was provided- Water w/ bowl, toys, poop bags, trash, hand sanitizer etc. Our first visit this past Monday was in the evening, and we did see the neighbors through the fence with a dog off leash Exploring in their field. This wasn’t ideal for my reactive boy with barrier issues. Stacy provided a complimentary visit which we used this morning and it was perfect. We didn’t see any people or dogs. We will be back for another morning visit! Jessica E.
Jessica E.
October 2021
Had a great time with my overstimulated/reactive rescue pup! It was a perfect place for him to run and explore off leash, and work on training in new environment that is controlled. Everything I needed was provided- Water w/ bowl, toys, poop bags, trash, hand sanitizer etc. Our first visit this past Monday was in the evening, and we did see the neighbors through the fence with a dog off leash Exploring in their field. This wasn’t ideal for my reactive boy with barrier issues. Stacy provided a complimentary visit which we used this morning and it was perfect. We didn’t see any people or dogs. We will be back for another morning visit!
Three plus private fully fenced in acres of running and romping in the woods. (Thei is no lighting in The Field, if coming after dark, bring a flashlight) | Sniffspot
55Excellent spot for dogs that need a dog park alternative. Lots of toys and spaces to explore. Chairs and benches for the humans and even had bug spray and sanitizer available for use. We will definitely be back.Jamie C.
Jamie C.
October 2021
Excellent spot for dogs that need a dog park alternative. Lots of toys and spaces to explore. Chairs and benches for the humans and even had bug spray and sanitizer available for use. We will definitely be back.
Three plus private fully fenced in acres of running and romping in the woods. (Thei is no lighting in The Field, if coming after dark, bring a flashlight) | Sniffspot
55This was a lovely spot! Plenty of wooded area for exploring with some nice open areas too. Places for humans to sit and relax. They have a sink set up but it seemed to be empty. The fence was nice and secure. I could see a couple houses from the area but didn't see any people. There were chickens visible from the parking area. The fence area was quite private and just prefect for some time outside with my dogs! Ali K.
Ali K.
September 2021
This was a lovely spot! Plenty of wooded area for exploring with some nice open areas too. Places for humans to sit and relax. They have a sink set up but it seemed to be empty. The fence was nice and secure. I could see a couple houses from the area but didn't see any people. There were chickens visible from the parking area. The fence area was quite private and just prefect for some time outside with my dogs!
Three plus private fully fenced in acres of running and romping in the woods. (Thei is no lighting in The Field, if coming after dark, bring a flashlight) | Sniffspot
55Fabulous property. Lots of room for the dogs to run and they had chairs, toys and water. We all loved it. Joan K.
Joan K.
September 2021
Fabulous property. Lots of room for the dogs to run and they had chairs, toys and water. We all loved it.
Three plus private fully fenced in acres of running and romping in the woods. (Thei is no lighting in The Field, if coming after dark, bring a flashlight) | Sniffspot
55We haven’t been here in a while but this Sniffspot is nicer than ever. New amenities include a covered tent with a hand washing stand, chair, bug spray, hand sanitizer and a chair for the humans, and water, tick spray, and a selection of toys for your pooch. There are lots of trails for you and your dog to explore. Glad we made the trip! 😄
David S.
David S.
August 2021
We haven’t been here in a while but this Sniffspot is nicer than ever. New amenities include a covered tent with a hand washing stand, chair, bug spray, hand sanitizer and a chair for the humans, and water, tick spray, and a selection of toys for your pooch. There are lots of trails for you and your dog to explore. Glad we made the trip! 😄
Three plus private fully fenced in acres of running and romping in the woods. (Thei is no lighting in The Field, if coming after dark, bring a flashlight) | Sniffspot
55The signage for where to park and how to get to the yard was so great! The yard was maintained well and had plenty of green space and trees for shade. I loved it but especially my dog loved it! We will be back there again!Anny C.
Anny C.
August 2021
The signage for where to park and how to get to the yard was so great! The yard was maintained well and had plenty of green space and trees for shade. I loved it but especially my dog loved it! We will be back there again!
Three plus private fully fenced in acres of running and romping in the woods. (Thei is no lighting in The Field, if coming after dark, bring a flashlight) | Sniffspot
55The girls had a blast! Nice big area for them to run around, without having to worry about other dogs. Property was well maintained, with trails, and a spot to cool off with water and shade. Can't wait to visit again, especially in the winter, since my pups love the cold. Anthony G.
Anthony G.
August 2021
The girls had a blast! Nice big area for them to run around, without having to worry about other dogs. Property was well maintained, with trails, and a spot to cool off with water and shade. Can't wait to visit again, especially in the winter, since my pups love the cold.
How do Big Lake'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 our Big Lake 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 Big Lake 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 199 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 22 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.
Sniffspot has 199 fully fenced dog parks in or near Big Lake. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Big Lake?
The Big Lake area has 8 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 Anderson Acres Private Dog Oasis In Otsego.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Big Lake?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Big Lake. The most popular agility option is Rice Creek Sniffspot.
Where in Big Lake can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Big Lake area. The highest rated option is .
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Big Lake?