55This is just a beautiful spot. Just sitting on the dock together was fun! But, your pup can get in the water and swim and there are stairs to make getting in and out easy. Our girl just loved rolling around in the grass and exploring the flowers. Jody was very communicative and made sure we had all the info we’d need. Would highly recommend! Elisabeth S.
Elisabeth S.
July 2023
This is just a beautiful spot. Just sitting on the dock together was fun! But, your pup can get in the water and swim and there are stairs to make getting in and out easy. Our girl just loved rolling around in the grass and exploring the flowers. Jody was very communicative and made sure we had all the info we’d need. Would highly recommend!
55Wasn’t able to make my reservation due to a work emergency but the host was very friendly and understanding. I look forward to booking again! Allishia S.
Allishia S.
August 2022
Wasn’t able to make my reservation due to a work emergency but the host was very friendly and understanding. I look forward to booking again!
55Fantastic sniff spot! My dog LOVED this spot with all the areas to sniff. She did not want to leave! Great host - easy communication, and items included were doggie bags, toys, fresh water and a place to sit - couldn't ask for anything better. Thank you!Angela F.
Angela F.
August 2022
Fantastic sniff spot! My dog LOVED this spot with all the areas to sniff. She did not want to leave! Great host - easy communication, and items included were doggie bags, toys, fresh water and a place to sit - couldn't ask for anything better. Thank you!
55Our first Sniffspot experience and we had so much fun! Nice, roomy yard and set up so you can play hide and seek if your dog likes that. A bowl of fresh water was provided, a nice chair for me, and a variety of dog toys. There will be shade from a neighbor's tree once the leaves are out. Very good experience!Tamara S.
Tamara S.
March 2023
Our first Sniffspot experience and we had so much fun! Nice, roomy yard and set up so you can play hide and seek if your dog likes that. A bowl of fresh water was provided, a nice chair for me, and a variety of dog toys. There will be shade from a neighbor's tree once the leaves are out. Very good experience!
55The perfect spot on a hot day! We appreciated the clear communication and readily available water for our pup. Plenty of space to run and chase and have fun. The yard was secure and chairs were available for us humans. We will definitely book again! Priscilla D.
Priscilla D.
April 2023
The perfect spot on a hot day! We appreciated the clear communication and readily available water for our pup. Plenty of space to run and chase and have fun. The yard was secure and chairs were available for us humans. We will definitely book again!
55my dog had so much fun! very nice sized yard, perfect for dogs of all sizes, and multiple if you have more than one 😉 definitely will be coming back again!Kenzie K.
Kenzie K.
September 2023
my dog had so much fun! very nice sized yard, perfect for dogs of all sizes, and multiple if you have more than one 😉 definitely will be coming back again!
Jacey's Private Dog Park In Virginia Beach | Sniffspot
55I had a GREAT experience with this Sniffspot! The host was super communicative, I felt confident bringing my “reactive” dog to play. There was a chair and bowl of water set up under an umbrella, along with some dog treats. Something I liked about this yard was that it was a big wide space and clutter free, so it was easy for my dog to run and chase a ball. I’ll definitely bring my dog back here again, and recommend this spot to anyone else. The only thing to know is there is a gap by the gate and one more in the back, but they’re TINY - not an issue for the average dog, the size is something only a rabbit could fit through.Heather B.
Heather B.
May 2024
I had a GREAT experience with this Sniffspot! The host was super communicative, I felt confident bringing my “reactive” dog to play. There was a chair and bowl of water set up under an umbrella, along with some dog treats. Something I liked about this yard was that it was a big wide space and clutter free, so it was easy for my dog to run and chase a ball. I’ll definitely bring my dog back here again, and recommend this spot to anyone else. The only thing to know is there is a gap by the gate and one more in the back, but they’re TINY - not an issue for the average dog, the size is something only a rabbit could fit through.
Jacey's Private Dog Park In Virginia Beach | Sniffspot
55Lots of room to throw ball! Cute little setup for me to sit with shade. Toys and water bowl provided (and WiFi). Loved it, will be going back!Sharon N.
Sharon N.
May 2024
Lots of room to throw ball! Cute little setup for me to sit with shade. Toys and water bowl provided (and WiFi). Loved it, will be going back!
Jaime's Private Dog Park In Salem Lakes! | Sniffspot
55Nice sized yard with easy access, fully fenced with no worries about privacy or outside distractions while your furbaby runs and plays! Very friendly Host with great communication, would definitely visit again and highly recommend for dogs of any size!Michael T.
Michael T.
November 2022
Nice sized yard with easy access, fully fenced with no worries about privacy or outside distractions while your furbaby runs and plays! Very friendly Host with great communication, would definitely visit again and highly recommend for dogs of any size!
Penny's Place: A Spacious Norfolk Yard | Sniffspot
55Very clean yard, fence is sturdy and plenty of toys for the dogs. One side of the fence looks like has been dug out by the neighbors dogs but the owners will fix ASAP. Smergphy K.
Smergphy K.
September 2022
Very clean yard, fence is sturdy and plenty of toys for the dogs. One side of the fence looks like has been dug out by the neighbors dogs but the owners will fix ASAP.
Penny's Place: A Spacious Norfolk Yard | Sniffspot
55This was our first Sniffspot. It was great! The yard is so big. Lots of room to run. My dog enjoyed smelling in the leaves and fence line. Lots of balls and water. Ashley C.
Ashley C.
September 2022
This was our first Sniffspot. It was great! The yard is so big. Lots of room to run. My dog enjoyed smelling in the leaves and fence line. Lots of balls and water.
Penny's Place: A Spacious Norfolk Yard | Sniffspot
55This space is perfect for reactive dogs. The hosts are very accommodating. My dog loves a squeaky ball and I was afraid it would drive them mad. They said they wanted her to enjoy whatever made her happy. Love that! Highly recommend this spot! Abby W.
Abby W.
October 2022
This space is perfect for reactive dogs. The hosts are very accommodating. My dog loves a squeaky ball and I was afraid it would drive them mad. They said they wanted her to enjoy whatever made her happy. Love that! Highly recommend this spot!
Penny's Place: A Spacious Norfolk Yard | Sniffspot
55Huge back yard! It was raining the whole time so the covered back porch was so convenient. Extremely thankful that my girl could get some energy out and we could do some training. Cant wait to book again:) Bella M.
Bella M.
October 2022
Huge back yard! It was raining the whole time so the covered back porch was so convenient. Extremely thankful that my girl could get some energy out and we could do some training. Cant wait to book again:)
Penny's Place: A Spacious Norfolk Yard | Sniffspot
55Surprisingly ginormous backyard for Oceanview area! It’s like three lots in one. Big bucket of ChuckIts my Border Collie appreciated. Will be back 100%!Kerri M.
Kerri M.
October 2022
Surprisingly ginormous backyard for Oceanview area! It’s like three lots in one. Big bucket of ChuckIts my Border Collie appreciated. Will be back 100%!
Penny's Place: A Spacious Norfolk Yard | Sniffspot
55We loved coming here! It’s perfect for my 3 dogs who need the space to run long distances. I love the big privacy fence around the entire yard. The huge roll of dog poop bags next to the waste bin is so handy, but our favorite part was the big basket of chuck it balls accompanied by a chuck it stick! I brought my own chuck it and one ball, but I used a bunch of the balls provided too because 2 of my retrievers love to play fetch! Definitely one of our new favorite spots!!Emma R.
Emma R.
November 2022
We loved coming here! It’s perfect for my 3 dogs who need the space to run long distances. I love the big privacy fence around the entire yard. The huge roll of dog poop bags next to the waste bin is so handy, but our favorite part was the big basket of chuck it balls accompanied by a chuck it stick! I brought my own chuck it and one ball, but I used a bunch of the balls provided too because 2 of my retrievers love to play fetch! Definitely one of our new favorite spots!!
Penny's Place: A Spacious Norfolk Yard | Sniffspot
55Excellent place to let my two pups run freely, and very close to my residence! Spacious, lots of Chuck-It balls to use, tall fence (Maybe 8 ft? My reactive dog can jump a 5 ft fence, unfortunately...)and secure top to bottom all the way around. Hope to visit again!Kathryn S.
Kathryn S.
December 2022
Excellent place to let my two pups run freely, and very close to my residence! Spacious, lots of Chuck-It balls to use, tall fence (Maybe 8 ft? My reactive dog can jump a 5 ft fence, unfortunately...)and secure top to bottom all the way around. Hope to visit again!
How do Knotts Island'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 Knotts Island 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. 97% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Knotts Island 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 164 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 14 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 Knotts Island?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Knotts Island is . At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Knotts Island have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 164 fully fenced dog parks in or near Knotts Island. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Knotts Island?
The Knotts Island 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 Paws Moyock 18 acre dog park.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Knotts Island?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Knotts Island. The most popular agility option is Paws Moyock 18 acre dog park.
Where in Knotts Island can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Knotts Island area. The highest rated option is Mi Casa Su Casa.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Knotts Island?
There are 22 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Knotts Island where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Mi Casa Su Casa.