55Lots of spots to sniff at this sniff spot! My dog gets so tuckered out from zooming around, sniffing everything and exploring and lounging in the shade. Alyson B.
Alyson B.
April 2025
Lots of spots to sniff at this sniff spot! My dog gets so tuckered out from zooming around, sniffing everything and exploring and lounging in the shade.
55This spot is great! A generous sized yard, especially for Vancouver. The visual privacy (high fence, foliage) was great for my reactive pup. He zoomed around the yard, sniffed every nook, cranny, and blade of grass, and enjoyed himself lounging in the grass chewing on sticks. I brought camping chairs but there are chairs to use, as well as a bowl and hose for fresh cold water and even a few balls to play with. With the trees and bushes there will be cool shady spots when it gets hot this summer! We’ll be back. Alyson B.
Alyson B.
April 2025
This spot is great! A generous sized yard, especially for Vancouver. The visual privacy (high fence, foliage) was great for my reactive pup. He zoomed around the yard, sniffed every nook, cranny, and blade of grass, and enjoyed himself lounging in the grass chewing on sticks. I brought camping chairs but there are chairs to use, as well as a bowl and hose for fresh cold water and even a few balls to play with. With the trees and bushes there will be cool shady spots when it gets hot this summer! We’ll be back.
55This is my first time using the app. My dog had a great time in this backyard. Having a garbage can and water bowl ready was very helpful. Charlie R.
Charlie R.
April 2025
This is my first time using the app. My dog had a great time in this backyard. Having a garbage can and water bowl ready was very helpful.
55This was such a great play date spot for our dogs! We were able to introduce our puppy to my friends dog in this neutral space. There were lots of places to play hide and seek, and it was great for my puppy to really run free. Thank you so much!!Erin B.
Erin B.
January 2025
This was such a great play date spot for our dogs! We were able to introduce our puppy to my friends dog in this neutral space. There were lots of places to play hide and seek, and it was great for my puppy to really run free. Thank you so much!!
55Easy to find and easy access, host was nice and responsive, the space was big and my dog loved running around. There is a large stump in the middle and my dog loved running around it. Thank you!Angela J.
Angela J.
January 2025
Easy to find and easy access, host was nice and responsive, the space was big and my dog loved running around. There is a large stump in the middle and my dog loved running around it. Thank you!
55Awesome little getaway for the pups in the city! Super accessible, street parking, enclosed yard! There were even some toys for her to play with. Me and my dog will be back!Saz L.
Saz L.
December 2024
Awesome little getaway for the pups in the city! Super accessible, street parking, enclosed yard! There were even some toys for her to play with. Me and my dog will be back!
55This is a great little spot if you just need to let your dog off leash in a yard. It's fully enclosed and has a decent grassy area to run around. There is a big tree stump in the middle so if your pups are into chasing each other, it's ideal. But not great for longer distance sprintsAngela & Jason L.
Angela & Jason L.
October 2024
This is a great little spot if you just need to let your dog off leash in a yard. It's fully enclosed and has a decent grassy area to run around. There is a big tree stump in the middle so if your pups are into chasing each other, it's ideal. But not great for longer distance sprints
55We had a great experience. The yard was easily accessible and there was water available. There were lots of great spots to explore. Our dog seemed very at ease while exploring.Melissa or Anton H.
Melissa or Anton H.
August 2024
We had a great experience. The yard was easily accessible and there was water available. There were lots of great spots to explore. Our dog seemed very at ease while exploring.
55Very lovely and easily accessible private dog spot! Parking was available directly in front of the path that lead to the back yard so very quick in and out. Will definitely be back💕 Jessa M.
Jessa M.
June 2024
Very lovely and easily accessible private dog spot! Parking was available directly in front of the path that lead to the back yard so very quick in and out. Will definitely be back💕
55Great place with good sized yard to run my cavaliers. Fortunately there were shady spots too for the dogs to rest. Laura M.
Laura M.
June 2024
Great place with good sized yard to run my cavaliers. Fortunately there were shady spots too for the dogs to rest.
How do Vancouver'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
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Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
Reactive dogs welcome
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FAQ About Vancouver 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. 1% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Vancouver 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 109 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 164 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 Vancouver?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Vancouver is Little Squalicum Park. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Vancouver have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 109 fully fenced dog parks in or near Vancouver. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Vancouver?
The Vancouver area has 10 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 40 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Surrey.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Vancouver?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Vancouver. The most popular agility option is Otter District Fun Field For Dogs.
Where in Vancouver can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Vancouver area. The highest rated option is Bloedel Donovan Park.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Vancouver?