55We had so much fun at the sniff spot today! It was our first visit and our host was very communicative and made it a smooth first experience. She had towels and water bowls out for us, and even some music playing. We will be back! Jennifer S.
Jennifer S.
May 2025
We had so much fun at the sniff spot today! It was our first visit and our host was very communicative and made it a smooth first experience. She had towels and water bowls out for us, and even some music playing. We will be back!
The Ponderosa 4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55Spacious & peaceful land to roam! Little extra amenities that were so thoughtful are there for you if you need a doggie bag or extra treat! The guest book was such a sweet touch as well. I will definitely come back!Hannah E.
Hannah E.
May 2025
Spacious & peaceful land to roam! Little extra amenities that were so thoughtful are there for you if you need a doggie bag or extra treat! The guest book was such a sweet touch as well. I will definitely come back!
The Ponderosa 4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55Great spot, our girls had a blast! Great visibility, shade available, seating options, everything you love in a fog park but safe and secureKelsey M.
Kelsey M.
May 2025
Great spot, our girls had a blast! Great visibility, shade available, seating options, everything you love in a fog park but safe and secure
The Ponderosa 4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55Super fun! We’re visiting family from CLE, and needed a spot to let the girly get some energy out! She loved the hose! This spot is super cute, and there was a little guest booklet, and treats provided! 5⭐️Meghan W.
Meghan W.
May 2025
Super fun! We’re visiting family from CLE, and needed a spot to let the girly get some energy out! She loved the hose! This spot is super cute, and there was a little guest booklet, and treats provided! 5⭐️
The Ponderosa 4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55I can’t tell you how much we enjoyed our first visit to the Ponderosa Sniffspot! Bo and Clyde really enjoyed all the wide open space to run and chase. The hosts Craig and Wendy thought of EVERYTHING by providing fresh water, bug spray, and poop bags. There’s lots of amenities and shady spots to enjoy as well. We will definitely be back and will certainly be recommending this Sniffspot to all of our family and friends! Kasey C.
Kasey C.
May 2025
I can’t tell you how much we enjoyed our first visit to the Ponderosa Sniffspot! Bo and Clyde really enjoyed all the wide open space to run and chase. The hosts Craig and Wendy thought of EVERYTHING by providing fresh water, bug spray, and poop bags. There’s lots of amenities and shady spots to enjoy as well. We will definitely be back and will certainly be recommending this Sniffspot to all of our family and friends!
Patrick's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Charlotte | Sniffspot
55Poppy had a great time sniffing, chasing the ball and frisbee! It was a great space for her to be able to explore and play off leash! We’ll be back!Mary R.
Mary R.
May 2025
Poppy had a great time sniffing, chasing the ball and frisbee! It was a great space for her to be able to explore and play off leash! We’ll be back!
55I and 3 dogs had a great time! They enjoyed all the areas to explore roam play. The hose and kiddy pool awesome when they got hot! Hosts had all the lil amenities out. Inset repellent, doggie bags, toys etc Diana H.
Diana H.
May 2025
I and 3 dogs had a great time! They enjoyed all the areas to explore roam play. The hose and kiddy pool awesome when they got hot! Hosts had all the lil amenities out. Inset repellent, doggie bags, toys etc
The Ponderosa 4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55This place is awesome! Craig and wendy were so kind and had everything laid out when we got there. They even provided bug spray! The dogs had an amazing time running around. 10/10 sniffspot!Kate W.
Kate W.
May 2025
This place is awesome! Craig and wendy were so kind and had everything laid out when we got there. They even provided bug spray! The dogs had an amazing time running around. 10/10 sniffspot!
The Ponderosa 4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55We had the BEST time!! Ponderosa is clean and in a safe location. The fence is perfect, completely secure, no gaps. Our greyhounds had an absolute blast running around the entire property! Our hosts were so kind! 10/10 we'll be back soon!! 🐾🐾Courtney F.
Courtney F.
May 2025
We had the BEST time!! Ponderosa is clean and in a safe location. The fence is perfect, completely secure, no gaps. Our greyhounds had an absolute blast running around the entire property! Our hosts were so kind! 10/10 we'll be back soon!! 🐾🐾
The Ponderosa 4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55Great place for your doggies! Plenty of room to explore and lots of things to do. The kiddie pool was a hit. Nice attention to detail and treats and toys for the dogs!Linda F.
Linda F.
May 2025
Great place for your doggies! Plenty of room to explore and lots of things to do. The kiddie pool was a hit. Nice attention to detail and treats and toys for the dogs!
The Ponderosa 4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55Amazing huge space! Rod had a BLAST here and was knocked out the whole way home! Had easy access to water and toys and fencing was very safe. Will definitely recommend and revisit Malia S.
Malia S.
May 2025
Amazing huge space! Rod had a BLAST here and was knocked out the whole way home! Had easy access to water and toys and fencing was very safe. Will definitely recommend and revisit
The Ponderosa 4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55Amazing!!! Probably our favorite sniff-spot so far. Great amenities to keep the pups hydrated and entertained (soccer balls, etc) greatly appreciated seating areas for rest breaks. My dogs loved every minute!Crystal M.
Crystal M.
May 2025
Amazing!!! Probably our favorite sniff-spot so far. Great amenities to keep the pups hydrated and entertained (soccer balls, etc) greatly appreciated seating areas for rest breaks. My dogs loved every minute!
How do Charlotte'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 Charlotte 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. 13% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Charlotte 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 318 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 520 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 Charlotte?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Charlotte is Whitewater Off Leash. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Charlotte have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 318 fully fenced dog parks in or near Charlotte. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Charlotte?
The Charlotte area has 11 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 “Breath of Fresh Air” Jeane's 30 acre dog park.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Charlotte?