Our 9-acre property has over 5 acres of mowed land, with several trails and pathways as well. While the area is unfenced, it is far away from the road and downslope, so the road is not visible/accessible from the property.

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Water - hose

“My human took me to the best place today. There were new smells, hills to r...” more

$10 dog / hour

Schuylerville, NY

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5(27)

Susan's Private Dog Park In Guilford

Fully Fenced

5 acres

65’ x 120’ indoor arena. Outdoor arena, fields, woods trail, and stream.

Dog toys

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

“Great yard! Beautiful drive to and from! Very nice host! One of these days...” more

$6 dog / hour

Guilford, VT

5(2)

Juliana's 60 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Danby

Fully Fenced

60 acres

We have 60 acres, fully fenced. There are walking trails, a spring fed pond, and a dock diving pool. There are port-potties at the entrance. Parts of the hiking area approaches the kennel areas (separated by fence) so we ask you to keep your dogs under voice control and in sight, away from kennel areas.

Dock for dog diving

Doggy swimming vest

Dog bags

Trash can

“We had a blast at this spot today! The description provided is very accurat...” more

$50 dog / hour

Danby, VT

4.7(6)

Annabelle's Private Dog Park In Bridgewater

Unfenced

98 acres

We own 100 wooded acres with a creek that runs along the property and several spring fed streams throughout the forest. There are old logging roads that can be used as trails or feel free to just roam as you would like.

Creek Access

Dog drinking water

Off street parking

Woods

“The perfect place to explore with our pup! He’s not a huge fan of other dog...” more

$10 dog / hour

Bridgewater, VT

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4.9(29)

55 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Retreat In Selkirk

Unfenced

55 acres

55 acres of beautiful nature scenes. There are creeks and caves. Private parking.

Off street parking

River, stream or creek

Hill

Lake or pond

“Beautiful property, with plenty of clear trails. It was a bit muddy today a...” more

$12 dog / hour

Selkirk, NY

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5(51)

Historic Farm: Dog Unlimited

Partially Fenced

425 acres

Historic family farm in gorgeous Washington County. You and your dog will have an amazing experience. $5 off first visit with promo code Michel81

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Trash can

Hand sanitizer

“Return visitor. My dogs love it at the farm! So much room to run and play....” more

$12 dog / hour

Greenwich, NY

4(1)

Valerie's Private Dog Park In Mechanicville

Unfenced

5 acres

Digging area

Small dog friendly

Dog first aid kit

Dog toys

$20 dog / hour

Mechanicville, NY

4.8(39)

George's 40 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Nassau

Unfenced

40 acres

We have hundreds of acres to enjoy time with your dog.

Water - hose

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Dog drinking water

“My pup had a great time running along the ATV trails and fields! We saw a f...” more

$10 dog / hour

Nassau, NY

Jordan's 18 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Greenwich

Unfenced

18 acres

Dog first aid kit

Dog toys

Pesticide-free

Water - hose

$10 dog / hour

Greenwich, NY

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4.9(58)

Alana's Private Dog Park In Nassau

Fully Fenced

128 acres

We have 128 acres of woods pasture and active farm land available for you to explore with your dog ! If your interested in a off leash experience without worry we have a 2 acre spot for your four legged love to enjoy without the fear of a failed recall. We just ask you stay out of the cows pasture, barn , chicken coops and do not open any gates despite what the cows might tell you ;) Our beautiful working farm is a natural environment shared by abundant wildlife deer, herons, and wild turkeys who roam the property and potentially could access the fenced area. When our Sniffspot guests are not visiting the fenced area is home to our flock of sheep. They happily do the “mowing” for us so you may notice some spots where the field isn’t perfectly “mowed” or gifts they have left behind! With this please be mindful not to leave anything behind that may attract in wildlife or potentially harm our sheep! We thank you and look forward to your visit !

Dog toys

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Trash can

“We love this spot! My dog needs a lot of work on recall and is super anxiou...” more

$12 dog / hour

Nassau, NY

5(1)

Vanessa's 10 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Schenectady

Unfenced

10 acres

Digging area

Dog towels provided

Dog toys

Dog treats

“I was looking for a place to walk my dog Max, without outside interference....” more

$10 dog / hour

Schenectady, NY

Michael's Private Dog Park In Granville

Unfenced

5 acres

Digging area

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

$10 dog / hour

Granville, NY

5(1)

Rachel's Private Dog Spot In Broadalbin

Unfenced

10 acres

We have some tiny trails through a field, and a huge wide open space as well. You're welcome to explore any of the property.

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Trash can

“Host was friendly & pointed out trails to check out. We came when the trail...” more

$6 dog / hour

Broadalbin, NY

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Why rent private dog hiking trails in Shaftsbury, Vermont?

Features	Sniffspot	Public park
Designed for private play
Rentable by the hour
Off leash options
Very large and/or fully fenced options
Pricing	$5 - $15 per dog per hour	Free

What types of private dog parks are available?

Sniffspot has different types of private dog parks to allow any dog to find their ideal spot!

Dog water parks

Many hosts have added water features like pools and/or are nearby lakes or rivers.

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Indoor dog parks

A good alternative to do activities with your dogs on a rainy day and unpleasant weather in general.

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Fully fenced dog parks

Very popular choice, perfect to contain your dogs if they are escape artists or if they are not good at recall.

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Dog beaches

Some spots are conveniently located by the sea or have sand and other beach features.

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Dog agility parks

Some hosts have implemented full agility courses to train your dogs in a private environment.

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Dog fields

Many of the listed spots are large pastures, fields and have farm animals that can be sighted.

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Small dog parks

Dog parks that specifically work for the needs of dogs that are smaller in size.

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How do Shaftsbury'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 Shaftsbury 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 can I find dog hiking trails in Shaftsbury?

There are 13 dog hiking trails in the Shaftsbury area. The most popular dog hiking trail is 55 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Retreat In Selkirk. You can browse all of our dog hiking trails here.

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 Shaftsbury area range from $6.0 and $10.0. The least expensive dog hiking trail is Susan's Private Dog Park In Guilford. The most expensive dog hiking trail is 5+ Acre Farm & Field Pup Paradise. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.

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