55Well maintained trails and beautiful clearing! The woods are gorgeous! My dog and I had a great time exploring. Really appreciated the tennis balls/chuck it launcher that were on the bench at the end of the field. Kris H.
Kris H.
December 2020
Well maintained trails and beautiful clearing! The woods are gorgeous! My dog and I had a great time exploring. Really appreciated the tennis balls/chuck it launcher that were on the bench at the end of the field.
55Lots of fun and space to roam. I was a little unsure of how Cleo would react to the goats but there was so much else to see and do that it was easy to just steer clear. Wonderful spot!Michelle K.
Michelle K.
June 2023
Lots of fun and space to roam. I was a little unsure of how Cleo would react to the goats but there was so much else to see and do that it was easy to just steer clear. Wonderful spot!
55It was my first time using SniffSpot and the whole experience was so great. Everything was labeled so it was clear what to do and where to go. The space had tons of variety and trails to walk on. Me and my dogs had lots of fun. Thank you so much!Kelsey H.
Kelsey H.
June 2023
It was my first time using SniffSpot and the whole experience was so great. Everything was labeled so it was clear what to do and where to go. The space had tons of variety and trails to walk on. Me and my dogs had lots of fun. Thank you so much!
55What an amazing spot! My pup had soooo much fun romping around, and the host generously stocked the yard with toys, treats and water. The fencing all seemed super secure. We’ll definitely be back! Rilyn E.
Rilyn E.
June 2023
What an amazing spot! My pup had soooo much fun romping around, and the host generously stocked the yard with toys, treats and water. The fencing all seemed super secure. We’ll definitely be back!
55We had a great time today! The goats were totally for me, my dog wasn’t interested in the slightest! Thank you hosts for a wonderful, thoughtful sniff spot. 4 paws and one tail up!Amy N.
Amy N.
June 2023
We had a great time today! The goats were totally for me, my dog wasn’t interested in the slightest! Thank you hosts for a wonderful, thoughtful sniff spot. 4 paws and one tail up!
55Such a fun and thoughtfully-cared for sniffspot. The land was beautiful, easy to find, and full of adventurous choices for my dogs. They loved walking the trails with us, watching the goats, and running through the brush. The host provided a full water bowl for the dogs, lots of toys, dog treats, goat treats, a dog towel, bottled water for us, and sunscreen and bug spray. The mosquitos were pretty present on the trail (to be expected) but weren’t bad up near the goats. It was quiet, clean, and so fun! We will definitely be back! keithlee s.
keithlee s.
May 2023
Such a fun and thoughtfully-cared for sniffspot. The land was beautiful, easy to find, and full of adventurous choices for my dogs. They loved walking the trails with us, watching the goats, and running through the brush. The host provided a full water bowl for the dogs, lots of toys, dog treats, goat treats, a dog towel, bottled water for us, and sunscreen and bug spray. The mosquitos were pretty present on the trail (to be expected) but weren’t bad up near the goats. It was quiet, clean, and so fun! We will definitely be back!
55My dog wasn’t to sure about the goats but they kept their distance and theirs a fence in between. It was his first time ever seeing live stock which was a cool experience to see! He loved running around and sniffing things! 10/10 sniffspot!Logan A.
Logan A.
May 2023
My dog wasn’t to sure about the goats but they kept their distance and theirs a fence in between. It was his first time ever seeing live stock which was a cool experience to see! He loved running around and sniffing things! 10/10 sniffspot!
55Loved this spot! Had treats for the dogs and goats! Water set out, poop bags, everything you could need! We went in the evening and there were tiki torches lit and he even offered to light a fire for us! Perfect for off leash training!! We will be going back for sure! Rebecca G.
Rebecca G.
May 2023
Loved this spot! Had treats for the dogs and goats! Water set out, poop bags, everything you could need! We went in the evening and there were tiki torches lit and he even offered to light a fire for us! Perfect for off leash training!! We will be going back for sure!
55Thank you so much for sharing your property with us townhome-dwellers! Nova had a GREAT time exploring and visiting with the goats, and we appreciated all of the amenities for people, dogs AND goats!
There was plenty of fresh water for Nova and she loved the crunchy treats. Thank you so much for fencing off the pond area at the bottom of the property; Nova would have jumped right in there without a second thought. I can't wait to bring a group of friends here to enjoy a canine social.
FYI to lowered cars- it is a long dirt road and the route is a bit bumpy at times. The generous parking area is in a mowed area. Tanya M.
Tanya M.
May 2023
Thank you so much for sharing your property with us townhome-dwellers! Nova had a GREAT time exploring and visiting with the goats, and we appreciated all of the amenities for people, dogs AND goats!
There was plenty of fresh water for Nova and she loved the crunchy treats. Thank you so much for fencing off the pond area at the bottom of the property; Nova would have jumped right in there without a second thought. I can't wait to bring a group of friends here to enjoy a canine social.
FYI to lowered cars- it is a long dirt road and the route is a bit bumpy at times. The generous parking area is in a mowed area.
55Easy to find and great directional prompts to the Sniffspot parking and entrance! Daniel has definitely gone out of his way to welcome guests to his ranch with signs, notes, water, treats, and toys. My dog loved to run the trails and there were a few grassy areas to play fetch. Lots of spots along the trail for humans to sit and rest and enjoy nature. The goats were adorable, very curious and friendly. My dog just kept barking at them, so I kept him distracted by exploring other areas of the ranch. Great spot, we will be back.Laurie T.
Laurie T.
May 2023
Easy to find and great directional prompts to the Sniffspot parking and entrance! Daniel has definitely gone out of his way to welcome guests to his ranch with signs, notes, water, treats, and toys. My dog loved to run the trails and there were a few grassy areas to play fetch. Lots of spots along the trail for humans to sit and rest and enjoy nature. The goats were adorable, very curious and friendly. My dog just kept barking at them, so I kept him distracted by exploring other areas of the ranch. Great spot, we will be back.
55Beautiful property with a lot of care and thought put into it. You can tell that the owner cares about the comfort and enjoyment for both his 2 and 4 legged visitors. We will be back!Danielle P.
Danielle P.
May 2023
Beautiful property with a lot of care and thought put into it. You can tell that the owner cares about the comfort and enjoyment for both his 2 and 4 legged visitors. We will be back!
55What an excellent experience! I am not sure who had more fun - the humans or the dog. Secure fence, mowed/mulched path and wooded areas for romping. Heard the neighbor dog for just a minute when we pulled up. Owner provided treats, water, toys, bug spray, sunscreen and wipes. The goats were super fun as were the hammocks, tree swing and tent. If I could give this Sniffspot a 10, I would. We will definitely be back.Cheryl M.
Cheryl M.
May 2023
What an excellent experience! I am not sure who had more fun - the humans or the dog. Secure fence, mowed/mulched path and wooded areas for romping. Heard the neighbor dog for just a minute when we pulled up. Owner provided treats, water, toys, bug spray, sunscreen and wipes. The goats were super fun as were the hammocks, tree swing and tent. If I could give this Sniffspot a 10, I would. We will definitely be back.
55We LOVED this place! It’s so well taken care of and has so many amenities! The goats were so sweet and really good practice for our reactive dog (who did so well with them!)Mary Kate R.
Mary Kate R.
May 2023
We LOVED this place! It’s so well taken care of and has so many amenities! The goats were so sweet and really good practice for our reactive dog (who did so well with them!)
55Such a fun space with social goats once tempted with some yummy treats! Enough of a trail to loop around a time or two before relaxing in the sun on one of the many seating options. Will come back!Lindsey H.
Lindsey H.
May 2023
Such a fun space with social goats once tempted with some yummy treats! Enough of a trail to loop around a time or two before relaxing in the sun on one of the many seating options. Will come back!
55A great spot for our dogs and the humans too! Had everything we needed and then some! Our dogs were initially scared of the goats, but some treats for everyone and a few minutes of checking them out, all was well!Leann S.
Leann S.
May 2023
A great spot for our dogs and the humans too! Had everything we needed and then some! Our dogs were initially scared of the goats, but some treats for everyone and a few minutes of checking them out, all was well!
55This sniffspot is a little slice of heaven! We moved to Minneapolis into an apartment in March. It’s been a big change from having our own backyard for us and our dog. My son and my dog loved running around wild while my wife and I enjoyed the hammocks. We will be back as soon as possible. Christian H.
Christian H.
May 2023
This sniffspot is a little slice of heaven! We moved to Minneapolis into an apartment in March. It’s been a big change from having our own backyard for us and our dog. My son and my dog loved running around wild while my wife and I enjoyed the hammocks. We will be back as soon as possible.
55We had the best time at this ranch Sniffspot!!! I had hoped to give out city pup, Ranger, some more country experiences and safe off leash play for so long and now I finally can. The host is so thoughtful to supply so many amenities, too! He's really thought of everything. I felt very safe knowing Ranger wouldn't get out of the enclosed space. I can see how small dogs could though so keep that in mind! We will definitely be back!!!Jaell L.
Jaell L.
May 2023
We had the best time at this ranch Sniffspot!!! I had hoped to give out city pup, Ranger, some more country experiences and safe off leash play for so long and now I finally can. The host is so thoughtful to supply so many amenities, too! He's really thought of everything. I felt very safe knowing Ranger wouldn't get out of the enclosed space. I can see how small dogs could though so keep that in mind! We will definitely be back!!!
55My dogs had a great time. The goats were very patient with one of our dogs that is still learning to socialize. The host has everything you might need, we will be back!Jennifer H.
Jennifer H.
May 2023
My dogs had a great time. The goats were very patient with one of our dogs that is still learning to socialize. The host has everything you might need, we will be back!
How do Alma'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 Alma 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 Alma 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 22 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 4 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.
Does Alma have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 22 fully fenced dog parks in or near Alma. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Alma?
The Alma area has 4 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 Dog heaven beyond Holley Road!!.