55This yard is great as has very secure fencing and is large and grassy. The only obstacles are two small trees which are easy to avoid throwing around for the "ball focused" dogs. It is nice to be able to pull into the short dead-end street to unload/load dog(s) as there a nice large door/gate there to enter into the yard. Kim H.
Kim H.
April 2025
This yard is great as has very secure fencing and is large and grassy. The only obstacles are two small trees which are easy to avoid throwing around for the "ball focused" dogs. It is nice to be able to pull into the short dead-end street to unload/load dog(s) as there a nice large door/gate there to enter into the yard.
Kendall's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Elk River | Sniffspot
55This yard is perfect for playing fetch as it is flat, nice grass and open. There are only 2 small trees for obstacles and they are easy to avoid for those that have super focused "ball chasers". There is a large door/gate off the dead end side street that is perfect for unloading/loading up your dog(s). The fencing is super secure at this location and 3 sides are high wooden so very private. I am very happy to find this "Sniffspot" under 15 minutes away.Kim H.
Kim H.
April 2025
This yard is perfect for playing fetch as it is flat, nice grass and open. There are only 2 small trees for obstacles and they are easy to avoid for those that have super focused "ball chasers". There is a large door/gate off the dead end side street that is perfect for unloading/loading up your dog(s). The fencing is super secure at this location and 3 sides are high wooden so very private. I am very happy to find this "Sniffspot" under 15 minutes away.
Kendall's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Elk River | Sniffspot
55Had a great time with my dog here! The yard is nice and big with plenty of room for him to run and play ball. They had a poop scoop out, garbage can, and fresh water out along with a lawn chair. Would recommend and come here again! Carina F.
Carina F.
November 2024
Had a great time with my dog here! The yard is nice and big with plenty of room for him to run and play ball. They had a poop scoop out, garbage can, and fresh water out along with a lawn chair. Would recommend and come here again!
55We had a blast here! Plenty room to run, plus lots of trees and other obstacles to practice nature agility or other fun doggy antics. Clean, very helpful hosts, easy to have fun here. My dog and I enjoy rougher terrain, and this has that option as well as nice and flatter trails - something everyone can enjoy here.Melanie Y.
Melanie Y.
September 2024
We had a blast here! Plenty room to run, plus lots of trees and other obstacles to practice nature agility or other fun doggy antics. Clean, very helpful hosts, easy to have fun here. My dog and I enjoy rougher terrain, and this has that option as well as nice and flatter trails - something everyone can enjoy here.
55The dogs and I had a great time! Lots to see and explore. I brought my camera was able to get some amazing shots of the dogs as well some macro shots too! Can’t wait to come back!Stephanie B.
Stephanie B.
June 2024
The dogs and I had a great time! Lots to see and explore. I brought my camera was able to get some amazing shots of the dogs as well some macro shots too! Can’t wait to come back!
55SashaBear and Max had the pleasure of being the first guests at this new Sniffspot.
Quiet country setting with about 4 acres of trails and 1 acre of mowed grassy area. The trails were a excellent workout for all of us. The snow was making the ground a bit muddy but I came prepared with waterproof boots lol.
Can't wait to see the beauty of this place once spring gets here! Within our hour we spotted deer and a huge group of turkeys!
If you have dogs with good recall, high energy and want a good hike for yourself, this acreage checks a lot of boxes! Hosts were excellent communicators and very nice. My pictures don't do this spot justice! Tess V.
Tess V.
April 2024
SashaBear and Max had the pleasure of being the first guests at this new Sniffspot.
Quiet country setting with about 4 acres of trails and 1 acre of mowed grassy area. The trails were a excellent workout for all of us. The snow was making the ground a bit muddy but I came prepared with waterproof boots lol.
Can't wait to see the beauty of this place once spring gets here! Within our hour we spotted deer and a huge group of turkeys!
If you have dogs with good recall, high energy and want a good hike for yourself, this acreage checks a lot of boxes! Hosts were excellent communicators and very nice. My pictures don't do this spot justice!
Joe's Private Dog Park In Elk River/Otsego Area | Sniffspot
55What a fun yard with lots of little areas to explore! We love playing “find it” with our dog, so all the different sheds and pockets of woods worked really well. And the creek was cool! There is plenty of mowed, grassy areas to play fetch as well. The house is far back enough from the busy road that we weren’t worried about that. Jenn R.
Jenn R.
November 2023
What a fun yard with lots of little areas to explore! We love playing “find it” with our dog, so all the different sheds and pockets of woods worked really well. And the creek was cool! There is plenty of mowed, grassy areas to play fetch as well. The house is far back enough from the busy road that we weren’t worried about that.
55Great place. Three pastures. One is completely fenced in with chicken wire. Two have just ranch fence. Super fun for our Dobes! Sophie put out water and there was also a trash can for poop bags. Really nice and clean place. Sophie is also super responsive and nice! We will be back fo sho!!Susanne J.
Susanne J.
October 2021
Great place. Three pastures. One is completely fenced in with chicken wire. Two have just ranch fence. Super fun for our Dobes! Sophie put out water and there was also a trash can for poop bags. Really nice and clean place. Sophie is also super responsive and nice! We will be back fo sho!!
55Thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Lots of different interesting things for our Greyhounds to sniff. The dogs enjoyed running the length of the enclosure and then resting (for a long time) in between.Carrie W.
Carrie W.
October 2021
Thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Lots of different interesting things for our Greyhounds to sniff. The dogs enjoyed running the length of the enclosure and then resting (for a long time) in between.
55This place is so much fun! They have a beautiful farm and is very secure. I wasn’t worried about my dogs sneaking out or hurting any wildlife :) Sophia was very friendly when we arrived as well. The dogs had so much fun! Kyra A.
Kyra A.
October 2021
This place is so much fun! They have a beautiful farm and is very secure. I wasn’t worried about my dogs sneaking out or hurting any wildlife :) Sophia was very friendly when we arrived as well. The dogs had so much fun!
55This spot is very peaceful. There are trees at one end that are very nice to sit under, and we saw a pileated woodpecker as well. My dogs enjoyed this spot very much.Heidi B.
Heidi B.
October 2021
This spot is very peaceful. There are trees at one end that are very nice to sit under, and we saw a pileated woodpecker as well. My dogs enjoyed this spot very much.
55Penny and I enjoyed our time in this wide open area, if your fur baby likes frisbee or catch this is the place to come and she has a pool for the pups too, which will open in May sometime, she has horses next to her, Penny wasnt to sure about those creatures...lol we will be backBarb L.
Barb L.
March 2021
Penny and I enjoyed our time in this wide open area, if your fur baby likes frisbee or catch this is the place to come and she has a pool for the pups too, which will open in May sometime, she has horses next to her, Penny wasnt to sure about those creatures...lol we will be back
How do Elk River'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 Elk River 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. 2% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Elk River 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 215 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 420 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 215 fully fenced dog parks in or near Elk River. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Elk River?
The Elk River area has 16 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 Elk River?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Elk River. The most popular agility option is Twin Cities Premier Dog Boarding's Yard.
Where in Elk River can I find a pool for dog swimming?
