55This is a wonderful spot with a great view. The dogs really enjoyed the pond! The only thing I would note is the walking path is not as long as expected, but it was still great. If your dog loves water this is definitely the spot for you!Rose A.
Rose A.
August 2022
This is a wonderful spot with a great view. The dogs really enjoyed the pond! The only thing I would note is the walking path is not as long as expected, but it was still great. If your dog loves water this is definitely the spot for you!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55What a gorgeous spot! The trails are nicely mowed with lots of wildlife. We even saw about 5 deer! The crown jewel is definitely the pond. Definitely worth the extra $5. The water is clean and so green/blue it looks almost tropical. We will definitely be back!!Brittany P.
Brittany P.
August 2022
What a gorgeous spot! The trails are nicely mowed with lots of wildlife. We even saw about 5 deer! The crown jewel is definitely the pond. Definitely worth the extra $5. The water is clean and so green/blue it looks almost tropical. We will definitely be back!!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Can’t say enough good things about this spot! This was our first time using sniffspot and Dale was so kind and helpful with walking us through it!
The area was expansive, clean, and well-maintained. Dale greeted us and directed us to the path that took us to the pond and beyond.
Our dogs are blissfully exhausted, haha. We will definitely be coming back! Grace M.
Grace M.
September 2022
Can’t say enough good things about this spot! This was our first time using sniffspot and Dale was so kind and helpful with walking us through it!
The area was expansive, clean, and well-maintained. Dale greeted us and directed us to the path that took us to the pond and beyond.
Our dogs are blissfully exhausted, haha. We will definitely be coming back!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Dale was great! The Gang of 4 had a wonderful time sniffing and running all over his fields. Great mowed paths & lovely maintained fields! Tks. Debra C.
Debra C.
September 2022
Dale was great! The Gang of 4 had a wonderful time sniffing and running all over his fields. Great mowed paths & lovely maintained fields! Tks.
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55This place is awesome as always! If you are planning on coming out you could even bring your friends and their dogs or have a bonfire. Host is awesome to work with. This is truly our favorite sniff spot. Rachael P.
Rachael P.
September 2022
This place is awesome as always! If you are planning on coming out you could even bring your friends and their dogs or have a bonfire. Host is awesome to work with. This is truly our favorite sniff spot.
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Amazing place! My dogs loved running all around, the trails are great seemed to be freshly mowed, the pond was great not to muddy and really clear. Would definitely bring my pups again! 10/10 Justin T.
Justin T.
September 2022
Amazing place! My dogs loved running all around, the trails are great seemed to be freshly mowed, the pond was great not to muddy and really clear. Would definitely bring my pups again! 10/10
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Dave’s property was great!! There was a private trail where our dog was able to sniff around and enjoy being outside without running into other dogs or people. We will definitely be back! Madelyn B.
Madelyn B.
September 2022
Dave’s property was great!! There was a private trail where our dog was able to sniff around and enjoy being outside without running into other dogs or people. We will definitely be back!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Our dog is dog-reactive so this was the perfect spot to let him off leash and run the trail and play in the water without the worry of other dogs being around. Great Sniffspot!Sondra F.
Sondra F.
October 2022
Our dog is dog-reactive so this was the perfect spot to let him off leash and run the trail and play in the water without the worry of other dogs being around. Great Sniffspot!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Dale’s property is beautiful! My dog is scared of people and Dale was very respectful of that and allowed us to have a contactless visit. There was a trail as well as a lot to sniff around his yard. It was very quiet and peaceful! Thank you!Maria W.
Maria W.
October 2022
Dale’s property is beautiful! My dog is scared of people and Dale was very respectful of that and allowed us to have a contactless visit. There was a trail as well as a lot to sniff around his yard. It was very quiet and peaceful! Thank you!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55We enjoyed our visit and will do more exploring next time. Had a chance to purchase homemade maple syrup and get some farm fresh eggs as well! Sherry F.
Sherry F.
February 2023
We enjoyed our visit and will do more exploring next time. Had a chance to purchase homemade maple syrup and get some farm fresh eggs as well!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Dale was accommodating and the land was terrific. Paths mowed into the grass so you know where to go. My dog loved the pond and stopped for a swim twice! Dale even provided a map so I wouldn’t get lost. I will definitely return.Joann S.
Joann S.
July 2023
Dale was accommodating and the land was terrific. Paths mowed into the grass so you know where to go. My dog loved the pond and stopped for a swim twice! Dale even provided a map so I wouldn’t get lost. I will definitely return.
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55This is a beautiful spot! Dale was very kind and helpful, and provided a map upon arrival. Highly recommend the pond - the dogs loved it and are still tired after exploring for just an hour. We'll be back!Samantha N.
Samantha N.
July 2023
This is a beautiful spot! Dale was very kind and helpful, and provided a map upon arrival. Highly recommend the pond - the dogs loved it and are still tired after exploring for just an hour. We'll be back!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55We had so much fun here. So much to see and do. Thor was obsessed with the pond and didn’t want to leave. A ton of wildlife and the map made it super easy to navigate the property. Can’t wait to be back!Kayleigh V.
Kayleigh V.
September 2023
We had so much fun here. So much to see and do. Thor was obsessed with the pond and didn’t want to leave. A ton of wildlife and the map made it super easy to navigate the property. Can’t wait to be back!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55I brought my large 6 year old and my small 13 year old dogs to this amazing location and they had a ball. The pathways are clear enough for my old little guy to maneuver with ease but the length of the trails was prefect for my large younger dog to stretch her legs. They both found plenty to sniff and a splash in the creek didn’t leave them covered in mud due to the Sandy bottom. Definitely will visit again. Jasmine C.
Jasmine C.
September 2023
I brought my large 6 year old and my small 13 year old dogs to this amazing location and they had a ball. The pathways are clear enough for my old little guy to maneuver with ease but the length of the trails was prefect for my large younger dog to stretch her legs. They both found plenty to sniff and a splash in the creek didn’t leave them covered in mud due to the Sandy bottom. Definitely will visit again.
How do Paw Paw's private dog hiking trails 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 Paw Paw dog hiking trails
Are dog hiking trails safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, inattentive owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than a city or county park. With a Sniffspot off-leash area 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. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. Our hiking trails tend to be outside the city, which lends to more privacy, but it is also important to follow typical hiking safety precautions, such as potentially having trail maps.
How do I know if a dog hiking trail works for my dog?
Sniffspot provides the tools to find the ideal spot. Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing 6 feet tall and distractions, to find a dog park with trails that works for your dog. You can also filter by size if you are looking for a certain acre park, an expansive off-leash dog park. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog hiking trails. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog hiking trails where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Since you are looking for trails, make sure to check photos to see if it the spot has flat trails or gnarly trails. You can also browse by specific amenities, if you are looking for a view or a beach, for instance, or other activities or fun features. You can check whether the spot has off or on street parking, the regular park hours, whether it has paved trails or a modern restroom.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog hiking trail?
In order to hike the trails, we require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not permit dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot hiking trail at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.
How much do Sniffspot hiking trails cost?
Dog hiking trails in the Paw Paw area range from $4.0 and $4.0. The least expensive dog hiking trail is Hilly and large for a great workout!. The most expensive dog hiking trail is Hilly and large for a great workout!. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
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