55Excellent yard space! I went at night & it was well lit, good places to sit all over. Plenty of room to chase my dog & throw the frisbee for him. Bring starter stuff if u want to use the fire pit available, lots of wood otherwise. Toys if u have kiddos. I had a little trouble with the gate on the way out but that could've very easily been me, in the dark. I will return & recommend. Thank u thank u thank uBrittny P.
Brittny P.
April 2025
Excellent yard space! I went at night & it was well lit, good places to sit all over. Plenty of room to chase my dog & throw the frisbee for him. Bring starter stuff if u want to use the fire pit available, lots of wood otherwise. Toys if u have kiddos. I had a little trouble with the gate on the way out but that could've very easily been me, in the dark. I will return & recommend. Thank u thank u thank u
Tyler's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Des Moines | Sniffspot
55The owners were so friendly and answered my questions, welcoming me and my brother with our dogs on Thankdgiving. The area was clean and our dogs loved playing in the leaves and doing laps around the fence line, especially around the shed. Wendy G.
Wendy G.
November 2024
The owners were so friendly and answered my questions, welcoming me and my brother with our dogs on Thankdgiving. The area was clean and our dogs loved playing in the leaves and doing laps around the fence line, especially around the shed.
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55Great communication and quick responses to questions! Yard was great and exactly as advertised. Our puppy absolutely loved her time there today, we will definitely be back! Thank you!!Chelsea C.
Chelsea C.
November 2024
Great communication and quick responses to questions! Yard was great and exactly as advertised. Our puppy absolutely loved her time there today, we will definitely be back! Thank you!!
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55This was exactly what our two pups needed! The yard was clean and the fence was secure, so we were able to all let loose and play. Thanks so much! Kelly S.
Kelly S.
October 2024
This was exactly what our two pups needed! The yard was clean and the fence was secure, so we were able to all let loose and play. Thanks so much!
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55This is a lovely large backyard with plenty of room for dogs to run and play. Note- you will want to make sure both gates are closed before you let your dogs loose.Sheila W.
Sheila W.
October 2024
This is a lovely large backyard with plenty of room for dogs to run and play. Note- you will want to make sure both gates are closed before you let your dogs loose.
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55Dogs had a great time, we didn’t stay the whole time. One thing is that the information on the house said it had two entrances so we used the one on the right side of the house, not knowing that the left side had been left open and our dogs did get out and we had to chase them down. Our fault for not checking both sides. Colleen H.
Colleen H.
October 2024
Dogs had a great time, we didn’t stay the whole time. One thing is that the information on the house said it had two entrances so we used the one on the right side of the house, not knowing that the left side had been left open and our dogs did get out and we had to chase them down. Our fault for not checking both sides.
Tyler's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Des Moines | Sniffspot
55I and my greyhounds loved it!! The yard is beautifully kept, and long enough that my dogs can easily get up to full speed doing zoomies. The hosts are wonderful people too!Asher G.
Asher G.
September 2024
I and my greyhounds loved it!! The yard is beautifully kept, and long enough that my dogs can easily get up to full speed doing zoomies. The hosts are wonderful people too!
Tyler's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Des Moines | Sniffspot
55Great space. Easy to find, fully fenced. There is a dog next door but seems pretty chill. Not a complaint, just a FYI, the gate latch on the NW entrance is a little tricky as it gets caught on the fence, took a little finagling but got it open after a few seconds. Highly recommended this space. Matt S.
Matt S.
June 2024
Great space. Easy to find, fully fenced. There is a dog next door but seems pretty chill. Not a complaint, just a FYI, the gate latch on the NW entrance is a little tricky as it gets caught on the fence, took a little finagling but got it open after a few seconds. Highly recommended this space.
Jordan's Private Dog Park and Prairie in Des Moines | Sniffspot
55My pup and I had the best time! We took advantage the zipline and shade. It was a very hot day so I was glad to have use of the water hose so I could spray him down a little. Jordan had super fast communication and even spent time making sure we had everything we needed. I look forward to exploring the rest of the area in the future!Julia B.
Julia B.
June 2024
My pup and I had the best time! We took advantage the zipline and shade. It was a very hot day so I was glad to have use of the water hose so I could spray him down a little. Jordan had super fast communication and even spent time making sure we had everything we needed. I look forward to exploring the rest of the area in the future!
Cory's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Des Moines | Sniffspot
55This is a very nice spot. Owner did come out to show how to work driveway gate. They also provided ice water(it's hot today) treats (told me to use a baggie to take some home) and toys. Very peaceful neighborhood no dogs near by Stacee M.
Stacee M.
June 2024
This is a very nice spot. Owner did come out to show how to work driveway gate. They also provided ice water(it's hot today) treats (told me to use a baggie to take some home) and toys. Very peaceful neighborhood no dogs near by
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55Great spot and great communication! I would book again and recommend. Had trash can for dog waste and a bowl and hose for water. Grass cut, dogs enjoyed! Natalia A.
Natalia A.
June 2024
Great spot and great communication! I would book again and recommend. Had trash can for dog waste and a bowl and hose for water. Grass cut, dogs enjoyed!
Tyler's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Des Moines | Sniffspot
55Super accommodating for my dog’s birthday pawty! Let us come set up a bit early and helped us get everything into the yard! All the dogs had so much fun running and zooming! Would definetely recommend this spot for future endeavors!Kimberly P.
Kimberly P.
June 2024
Super accommodating for my dog’s birthday pawty! Let us come set up a bit early and helped us get everything into the yard! All the dogs had so much fun running and zooming! Would definetely recommend this spot for future endeavors!
Fara Kelly's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Des Moines | Sniffspot
55It was a hot day & host left water outside which was great. My dog is somewhat reactive to other dogs & there was a dog in the house that was barking & scratching at the window, so just something to be aware of if your dog has feelings about other dogs. :) Alicia Z.
Alicia Z.
May 2024
It was a hot day & host left water outside which was great. My dog is somewhat reactive to other dogs & there was a dog in the house that was barking & scratching at the window, so just something to be aware of if your dog has feelings about other dogs. :)
Tyler's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Des Moines | Sniffspot
55This is a great spot. They have really nice neighbors too who put away their dog that barks when asked. They also provide water and like to meet and talk to people. They checked in because we left a little early and they wanted to make sure we had a good visit. Stacee M.
Stacee M.
May 2024
This is a great spot. They have really nice neighbors too who put away their dog that barks when asked. They also provide water and like to meet and talk to people. They checked in because we left a little early and they wanted to make sure we had a good visit.
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55Great spot. There was another dog out, and he was so chill that my reactive dog calmed down around him.Stacee M.
Stacee M.
May 2024
Great spot. There was another dog out, and he was so chill that my reactive dog calmed down around him.
How do Des Moines'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
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit
Trust and safety first
Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
Reactive dogs welcome
Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind
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FAQ About Des Moines 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. 38% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Des Moines 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 73 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 148 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 Des Moines have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 73 fully fenced dog parks in or near Des Moines. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Des Moines?
The Des Moines area has 2 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 Beautiful Clover Meadows 14 Acre Private Dog Park.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Des Moines?
