Three plus private fully fenced in acres of running and romping in the woods. (Thei is no lighting in The Field, if coming after dark, bring a flashlight) | Sniffspot
55Mom took me to this beautiful and spacious field to play with my outdoor toys (balls, frisbees and flirt poles) today. There was a lot of room to run and some cool smells to sniff. I loved patrolling along the fence line and there was a neat corridor of trees to walk and weave through. That meant there was plenty of shade for us on this sunny afternoon. The owners left me some water that tasted delicious and it was super fun trying to catch it when it came out of the cooler. They also had a bucket of tennis balls that I could chase down when mom through them with that chucking contraption thingy. I know we will come back here to play again in the future. I think I can even convince a few of my furiends to join us next time. Thanks for sharing your cool space! I'm gonna go take a nap now.Sue M.
Sue M.
September 2024
Mom took me to this beautiful and spacious field to play with my outdoor toys (balls, frisbees and flirt poles) today. There was a lot of room to run and some cool smells to sniff. I loved patrolling along the fence line and there was a neat corridor of trees to walk and weave through. That meant there was plenty of shade for us on this sunny afternoon. The owners left me some water that tasted delicious and it was super fun trying to catch it when it came out of the cooler. They also had a bucket of tennis balls that I could chase down when mom through them with that chucking contraption thingy. I know we will come back here to play again in the future. I think I can even convince a few of my furiends to join us next time. Thanks for sharing your cool space! I'm gonna go take a nap now.
Lewis & Clark Private Dog Run & Play Area | Sniffspot
55AMAZING! We will be back, our dogs loved the mound along with all of the fresh tennis balls. We told everyone about this hidden gem.
Very tidy with shade, sun and a beautiful view for the whole family. Colin B.
Colin B.
October 2024
AMAZING! We will be back, our dogs loved the mound along with all of the fresh tennis balls. We told everyone about this hidden gem.
Very tidy with shade, sun and a beautiful view for the whole family.
Critterville 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Waconia | Sniffspot
55We had a wonderful time at Critterville Sniffspot! Our 2 little pups ran themselves to exhaustion. There is plenty of space to run wild in the open.
The property is fully fenced and very clean so we had no worries about having them off leash. The owner was present and provided fresh water and treats! You can see her love for animals. I highly recommend a trip to Critterville Sniffspot! Jeanne S.
Jeanne S.
January 2025
We had a wonderful time at Critterville Sniffspot! Our 2 little pups ran themselves to exhaustion. There is plenty of space to run wild in the open.
The property is fully fenced and very clean so we had no worries about having them off leash. The owner was present and provided fresh water and treats! You can see her love for animals. I highly recommend a trip to Critterville Sniffspot!
Critterville 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Waconia | Sniffspot
55Great spot! Really enjoyed it and will be returning frequently. An acre of fenced yard. Nice and clean. A very accommodating and friendly host.Rick S.
Rick S.
January 2025
Great spot! Really enjoyed it and will be returning frequently. An acre of fenced yard. Nice and clean. A very accommodating and friendly host.
55Pristine, well kept yard. My dogs loved running up and down the hill playing ball while a bald eagle soared overhead. It doesn’t get any better than that, and we will definitely be back!Peggy M.
Peggy M.
August 2022
Pristine, well kept yard. My dogs loved running up and down the hill playing ball while a bald eagle soared overhead. It doesn’t get any better than that, and we will definitely be back!
55It was 18 degrees and a brisk west wind, but there was shelter from the wind by the stairs to the deck. Our two 30lb mini golden doodles had a great time tearing around the yard. There is a nice hill in the yard so they could get a workout going up and down. The untracked, pristine snow in the yard had lots of tracks when we left with two happy and tired puppies. Thanks so much for sharing your yard. We’ll be back!Barbara F.
Barbara F.
November 2022
It was 18 degrees and a brisk west wind, but there was shelter from the wind by the stairs to the deck. Our two 30lb mini golden doodles had a great time tearing around the yard. There is a nice hill in the yard so they could get a workout going up and down. The untracked, pristine snow in the yard had lots of tracks when we left with two happy and tired puppies. Thanks so much for sharing your yard. We’ll be back!
55Nel and her buddy Buzz always have a wonderful time visiting Sheri's Sniff Spot. The hill and the deep snow gave them a good workout. Clean and excellent as usual. Thank you so much.Barbara F.
Barbara F.
December 2022
Nel and her buddy Buzz always have a wonderful time visiting Sheri's Sniff Spot. The hill and the deep snow gave them a good workout. Clean and excellent as usual. Thank you so much.
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55Katie’s place is like having your own personal state park hiking trails- but even better because your dog(s) can be off leash safely. With this being a short 30 minutes from Minnepaolis, we will certainly be back! Merissa R.
Merissa R.
January 2024
Katie’s place is like having your own personal state park hiking trails- but even better because your dog(s) can be off leash safely. With this being a short 30 minutes from Minnepaolis, we will certainly be back!
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55This spot is amazing - will definitely be back!! Very easy instructions to follow and very clear where you are supposed to be walking. One lap around the trails was the perfect length for my 8 year old pup! Bethany K.
Bethany K.
January 2024
This spot is amazing - will definitely be back!! Very easy instructions to follow and very clear where you are supposed to be walking. One lap around the trails was the perfect length for my 8 year old pup!
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55Another wonderful visit to this sniffspot that is more like a state park for hiking! I got new trekking poles for xmas and it was wonderful to use my new poles while my dog enjoyed running and sniffing while being off leash. Such great exercise for my doggo and myself! Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your property!Tracy B.
Tracy B.
January 2024
Another wonderful visit to this sniffspot that is more like a state park for hiking! I got new trekking poles for xmas and it was wonderful to use my new poles while my dog enjoyed running and sniffing while being off leash. Such great exercise for my doggo and myself! Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your property!
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55This is my dogs' happiest place! It might even be better in the snow: sniff, run, sniff, chew sticks, sniff some more. Until it's too cold to be outside for any creature, we will be at Katie's place: winter wonderland.Melissa M.
Melissa M.
January 2024
This is my dogs' happiest place! It might even be better in the snow: sniff, run, sniff, chew sticks, sniff some more. Until it's too cold to be outside for any creature, we will be at Katie's place: winter wonderland.
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55What an awesome place to let dogs do dog things!! Property was wonderful, trails running throughout and very clear where to park, etc. My Aussie and her Aussie friend (both under one year) had aBLAST in the snow and cold.Melanie Y.
Melanie Y.
January 2024
What an awesome place to let dogs do dog things!! Property was wonderful, trails running throughout and very clear where to park, etc. My Aussie and her Aussie friend (both under one year) had aBLAST in the snow and cold.
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55My pup and I had a good time at Poppy’s Prairie. We got clear instructions about how to get there and where to go. The trails were nice and plenty of open space for walking and playing.
We’ll visit again! Rigzin D.
Rigzin D.
January 2024
My pup and I had a good time at Poppy’s Prairie. We got clear instructions about how to get there and where to go. The trails were nice and plenty of open space for walking and playing.
We’ll visit again!
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55I cannot say enough good things about this place. It's like a private hike with your dog.
There are various terrains, like tall grassy fields to dense wooded forest. It's my favorite place to go and just casually walk with my pup. Dannyalle B.
Dannyalle B.
January 2024
I cannot say enough good things about this place. It's like a private hike with your dog.
There are various terrains, like tall grassy fields to dense wooded forest. It's my favorite place to go and just casually walk with my pup.
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
55We had a blast, as expected! Such a beautiful property - grateful the hosts share it! Trails and trails and trails. Melanie Y.
Melanie Y.
January 2024
We had a blast, as expected! Such a beautiful property - grateful the hosts share it! Trails and trails and trails.
How do Waconia'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 Waconia 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. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Waconia 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 212 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 21 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 212 fully fenced dog parks in or near Waconia. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Waconia?
The Waconia area has 6 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 Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun!.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Waconia?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Waconia. The most popular agility option is Pepper's Backyard Paradise.
Where in Waconia can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Waconia area. The highest rated option is .
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Waconia?