55Our first ever sniffspot and it was amazing! Our dog had the best time and is definitely wore out. The place is very secure and safe for reactive dogs. We did not come in contact with any human or dog the whole time. Definitely recommend!! Neeva B.
Neeva B.
March 2023
Our first ever sniffspot and it was amazing! Our dog had the best time and is definitely wore out. The place is very secure and safe for reactive dogs. We did not come in contact with any human or dog the whole time. Definitely recommend!!
55This was our first Sniffspot experience, and we are very happy. Beckie's place was clean, spacious, and we did not see any people or animals during our visit (which is SUPER important for my reactive girl!) My pup was able to run around, sniff, and sunbathe carefree! I am grateful Beckie's place was available, so we could enjoy the sunshine! We would love to visit again.Stephanie T.
Stephanie T.
March 2023
This was our first Sniffspot experience, and we are very happy. Beckie's place was clean, spacious, and we did not see any people or animals during our visit (which is SUPER important for my reactive girl!) My pup was able to run around, sniff, and sunbathe carefree! I am grateful Beckie's place was available, so we could enjoy the sunshine! We would love to visit again.
55It was a perfect amount of space for my corgi to run and enjoy himself. We don’t have a real yard, just a patio, and he’s reactive to other dogs so it was great to be able to get him outside and get some energy out and enjoy the lovely day. Host was very responsive and brought a bowl of water out when I asked. Great visitAndrea S.
Andrea S.
April 2023
It was a perfect amount of space for my corgi to run and enjoy himself. We don’t have a real yard, just a patio, and he’s reactive to other dogs so it was great to be able to get him outside and get some energy out and enjoy the lovely day. Host was very responsive and brought a bowl of water out when I asked. Great visit
55Very nice backyard for my two dogs to get their wiggles out! I was skeptical at first but the pictures make it look smaller than it actually is! My dogs absolutely love it!Olivia W.
Olivia W.
June 2023
Very nice backyard for my two dogs to get their wiggles out! I was skeptical at first but the pictures make it look smaller than it actually is! My dogs absolutely love it!
55Shade, spacious, and the hose was extra fun on this hot day! Great for zoomiez and privacy fence was nice to enjoy a human and dog free zone. Peaceful and a great way for us to relax before hitting the road back to the city. Chrissy B.
Chrissy B.
September 2023
Shade, spacious, and the hose was extra fun on this hot day! Great for zoomiez and privacy fence was nice to enjoy a human and dog free zone. Peaceful and a great way for us to relax before hitting the road back to the city.
55The yard is huge and lovely! Plenty of shade from the trees and lots of room to run around. The fence is very solid and sturdy and I did not worry about my small dog squeezing out anywhere. There is open access to under the deck and the patio so if you have a dog who likes to get into things you will have to keep an eye out! But my dog had so much fun playing and running around it was not hard to keep her out of trouble. There are some distractions like neighborhood sounds and small critters but overall it’s a very quiet neighborhood and my dog and I spent some time chilling too. We’ll be back!Alina S.
Alina S.
September 2023
The yard is huge and lovely! Plenty of shade from the trees and lots of room to run around. The fence is very solid and sturdy and I did not worry about my small dog squeezing out anywhere. There is open access to under the deck and the patio so if you have a dog who likes to get into things you will have to keep an eye out! But my dog had so much fun playing and running around it was not hard to keep her out of trouble. There are some distractions like neighborhood sounds and small critters but overall it’s a very quiet neighborhood and my dog and I spent some time chilling too. We’ll be back!
55We’ve been back about three times now and it’s perfect every time! Quiet neighborhood, the back yard has always been in good condition. My dog Tulip loves it! Alina S.
Alina S.
November 2023
We’ve been back about three times now and it’s perfect every time! Quiet neighborhood, the back yard has always been in good condition. My dog Tulip loves it!
55If you are hesitant to try SniffSpot, do yourself a favor and try this one. So gracious and welcoming, she will make your first visit truly great! And the yard is awesome too! Chrissy B.
Chrissy B.
January 2024
If you are hesitant to try SniffSpot, do yourself a favor and try this one. So gracious and welcoming, she will make your first visit truly great! And the yard is awesome too!
55Tulip and I haven’t been here in a while but she absolutely loves it every time!! Plenty of room to run and interesting things to smell. It’s lovely having some shade from the nice big trees so she can take a little break in the shade after running. Alina S.
Alina S.
August 2024
Tulip and I haven’t been here in a while but she absolutely loves it every time!! Plenty of room to run and interesting things to smell. It’s lovely having some shade from the nice big trees so she can take a little break in the shade after running.
55Sucha cute space! My dog loved sniffing and romping around. Plenty of space to throw toys or play chase. Bonus for birdwatchers like myself - during our rest periods we'd just watch the birds hang out! :) Christine O.
Christine O.
September 2024
Sucha cute space! My dog loved sniffing and romping around. Plenty of space to throw toys or play chase. Bonus for birdwatchers like myself - during our rest periods we'd just watch the birds hang out! :)
55It’s been a while since we visited this spot. It was our first SniffSpot ever. Apollo must remember it well because he Zoomied practically the whole time!! Chrissy B.
Chrissy B.
October 2024
It’s been a while since we visited this spot. It was our first SniffSpot ever. Apollo must remember it well because he Zoomied practically the whole time!!
55We see a LOT of Sniffspots. And every one is different. But there must be some Zoomie energy in this yard bc Apollo speeds around this space every time. It’s so fun to watch!!Chrissy B.
Chrissy B.
October 2024
We see a LOT of Sniffspots. And every one is different. But there must be some Zoomie energy in this yard bc Apollo speeds around this space every time. It’s so fun to watch!!
55What a great yard! Lots of space, lots to sniff, quiet and private. It was very easy to enter and exit the space. My reactive dog was so happy to have the open space to himself. I’m thrilled to have it as an option. Thank you! a m.
a m.
October 2024
What a great yard! Lots of space, lots to sniff, quiet and private. It was very easy to enter and exit the space. My reactive dog was so happy to have the open space to himself. I’m thrilled to have it as an option. Thank you!
55Felipe had a great time here! The host was understanding about our last-minute reservation, and this SniffSpot was the right choice. Our pup spent at least the first 20 minutes running around, enjoying the smells! This backyard is more spacious than we expected, and it was comfortable and inviting for the humans, too. Definitely will come back!Tori D.
Tori D.
October 2024
Felipe had a great time here! The host was understanding about our last-minute reservation, and this SniffSpot was the right choice. Our pup spent at least the first 20 minutes running around, enjoying the smells! This backyard is more spacious than we expected, and it was comfortable and inviting for the humans, too. Definitely will come back!
55Very nice space. The yard isn’t too big but if you have a smaller dog there is plenty of room to run around. If you have a bigger dog, it would be a good place to practice training or exposure to other places. The yard was nice and flat with no holes so I didn’t have to worry about running around with my dog and twisting an ankle. Fence was sturdy, private, and secure. There was room under the porch for my dog to try and squeeze under so just watch if you have a smaller dog. But we had a great time and were able to explore and play lots! The porch and seating area is nice and my dog had fun launching herself off the steps lol! Alina S.
Alina S.
December 2023
Very nice space. The yard isn’t too big but if you have a smaller dog there is plenty of room to run around. If you have a bigger dog, it would be a good place to practice training or exposure to other places. The yard was nice and flat with no holes so I didn’t have to worry about running around with my dog and twisting an ankle. Fence was sturdy, private, and secure. There was room under the porch for my dog to try and squeeze under so just watch if you have a smaller dog. But we had a great time and were able to explore and play lots! The porch and seating area is nice and my dog had fun launching herself off the steps lol!
55Came back with Tulip and she had just as much fun as the first time! She had a lot of fun sniffing in the fall leaves and it’s a good amount of room for her to play fetch and run around but not get too out of control. Alina S.
Alina S.
October 2024
Came back with Tulip and she had just as much fun as the first time! She had a lot of fun sniffing in the fall leaves and it’s a good amount of room for her to play fetch and run around but not get too out of control.
55A great spot not far from campus. Very tall and secure privacy fence with a solid gate. Plenty of space for zoomies. My Apollo enjoyed the sticks he found and was able to reunite with my daughter before our Thanksgiving holiday. We’ll be back for sure! Chrissy B.
Chrissy B.
November 2024
A great spot not far from campus. Very tall and secure privacy fence with a solid gate. Plenty of space for zoomies. My Apollo enjoyed the sticks he found and was able to reunite with my daughter before our Thanksgiving holiday. We’ll be back for sure!
55Great size! Dogs had fun! Host was generous and left some balls to play with and a place to get water. Screen porch was amazing. Lindsey W.
Lindsey W.
November 2023
Great size! Dogs had fun! Host was generous and left some balls to play with and a place to get water. Screen porch was amazing.
How do Champaign'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 Champaign 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. 98% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Champaign 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 32 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 5 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 Champaign?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Champaign is Beak's Backyard Doggo Oasis. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Champaign have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 32 fully fenced dog parks in or near Champaign. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Champaign?
The Champaign area has 32 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 Beak's Backyard Doggo Oasis.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Champaign?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Champaign. The most popular agility option is Beak's Backyard Doggo Oasis.
Where in Champaign can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Champaign area. The highest rated option is Beak's Backyard Doggo Oasis.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Champaign?
There are 32 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Champaign where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Beak's Backyard Doggo Oasis.