55We arrived late (our own fault), but Harold said that since nobody else was coming, we could stay later. Very considerate.
We loved all of he decorations along the trail.Russell J.
Russell J.
January 2021
We arrived late (our own fault), but Harold said that since nobody else was coming, we could stay later. Very considerate.
We loved all of he decorations along the trail.
55The SniffSpot above all SniffSpots! What a fun place for the dogs to run and explore, and all the gnomes and Buddhas and fairies in the forest made it fun for me too. Jen G.
Jen G.
January 2021
The SniffSpot above all SniffSpots! What a fun place for the dogs to run and explore, and all the gnomes and Buddhas and fairies in the forest made it fun for me too.
55My younger Cattle Dogs really love coming here and always have a good time! It was a little flooded in areas on our last visit, but they thought that just added to the running enjoyment. Sarah S.
Sarah S.
February 2021
My younger Cattle Dogs really love coming here and always have a good time! It was a little flooded in areas on our last visit, but they thought that just added to the running enjoyment.
55Absolutely beautiful and unique! Loved all the decorations. My puppy loved sniffing the moss and listening to the ravens. Will be coming back. Grace C.
Grace C.
February 2021
Absolutely beautiful and unique! Loved all the decorations. My puppy loved sniffing the moss and listening to the ravens. Will be coming back.
55I loved all of the cute touches along the trails in the woods! It's beautifully maintained, peaceful and super fun for my dogs. The directions were clear and we had no trouble getting there.
There were cows and horses on the neighboring lot and although they are in a wire fence, my dogs easily slipped under and into the cow pen. Lesson learned for me that one of my dogs must have been a herding dog in a past life (and that we should not visit any sniff spots with farm animals in the future...). Paige T.
Paige T.
February 2021
I loved all of the cute touches along the trails in the woods! It's beautifully maintained, peaceful and super fun for my dogs. The directions were clear and we had no trouble getting there.
There were cows and horses on the neighboring lot and although they are in a wire fence, my dogs easily slipped under and into the cow pen. Lesson learned for me that one of my dogs must have been a herding dog in a past life (and that we should not visit any sniff spots with farm animals in the future...).
55What a great spot! There was still snow on the ground and it was a bit muddy, although the dogs had a blast discovering all the new smells! Just need to be prepared. Thank you for sharing your property.Mary K.
Mary K.
February 2021
What a great spot! There was still snow on the ground and it was a bit muddy, although the dogs had a blast discovering all the new smells! Just need to be prepared. Thank you for sharing your property.
55This is a wonderful place! Dogs had a blast running the many trails, and us humans had fun finding all of the little 'secrets' and funny items scattered throughout. Highly recommended!Jim M.
Jim M.
March 2021
This is a wonderful place! Dogs had a blast running the many trails, and us humans had fun finding all of the little 'secrets' and funny items scattered throughout. Highly recommended!
55We usually love coming here!
Unfortunately, the back neighbor’s multiple large dogs came onto the SniffSpot property briefly in the middle of our visit last time and the neighbor yelled for them frantically to come back for about 5-10 minutes. While I wasn’t walking any of my truly dog reactive dogs during this visit, a “strange man” yelling in the woods did still put a damper on our usually relaxing outing. Nothing to do with the SniffSpot host at all, who is clearly wonderful, but keep in mind that this may be a possibility on nice sunny days. Sarah S.
Sarah S.
March 2021
We usually love coming here!
Unfortunately, the back neighbor’s multiple large dogs came onto the SniffSpot property briefly in the middle of our visit last time and the neighbor yelled for them frantically to come back for about 5-10 minutes. While I wasn’t walking any of my truly dog reactive dogs during this visit, a “strange man” yelling in the woods did still put a damper on our usually relaxing outing. Nothing to do with the SniffSpot host at all, who is clearly wonderful, but keep in mind that this may be a possibility on nice sunny days.
55This was the best sniff spot i’ve been to. My dog LOVED exploring the paths in the woods, and I loved seeing all of the work that the hosts had put into creating a magical woodsy environment. We would love to come back! Chelsea G.
Chelsea G.
March 2021
This was the best sniff spot i’ve been to. My dog LOVED exploring the paths in the woods, and I loved seeing all of the work that the hosts had put into creating a magical woodsy environment. We would love to come back!
55This Sniffspot was a city dwellers escape. There are many trails that loop around and back to each other for you to explore new route every few minutes. Our 6 month old pup was in heaven as we walked in the pouring rain to explore. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Krista W.
Krista W.
March 2021
This Sniffspot was a city dwellers escape. There are many trails that loop around and back to each other for you to explore new route every few minutes. Our 6 month old pup was in heaven as we walked in the pouring rain to explore. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
55This place is so beautiful! I couldn’t believe how magical it was 🐾 the host have put so much effort into making this place feel like a enchanted forest. there is so many little signs and hidden figures throughout the forest. super private and the trails are so well maintained and clear! Also a restroom, and garbage for your convience :) I definitely will be back ❤️🐾Ariana C.
Ariana C.
March 2021
This place is so beautiful! I couldn’t believe how magical it was 🐾 the host have put so much effort into making this place feel like a enchanted forest. there is so many little signs and hidden figures throughout the forest. super private and the trails are so well maintained and clear! Also a restroom, and garbage for your convience :) I definitely will be back ❤️🐾
55Despite being a little off the beaten track, it was well marked with good directions on where the off leash spot is. A fun spot with reasonable fencing.Brenda W.
Brenda W.
March 2021
Despite being a little off the beaten track, it was well marked with good directions on where the off leash spot is. A fun spot with reasonable fencing.
55This spot is truly magical! Such a beautiful location. The pups (and the humans) had a lovely time.
My dog is potentially reactive to humans/other dogs, and it was a very safe location for him to be off leashchristine h.
christine h.
April 2021
This spot is truly magical! Such a beautiful location. The pups (and the humans) had a lovely time.
My dog is potentially reactive to humans/other dogs, and it was a very safe location for him to be off leash
How do Anacortes's private dog water 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 Anacortes dog water parks
Are dog water parks safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are 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. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. If you are worried about whether you can have an enjoyable water experience, just know that it is possible to have peace of mind when visiting dog waterparks by following basic safety guidelines. Some great ways to stay safe around water with your dog include learning canine CPR and keep an eye on your dog at all times to ensure they are not distressed. You can learn more about safety around water here.
How can I find the best dog water parks in Anacortes?
How do I know if a dog water park works for my dog?
Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your dog. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog water parks. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog water parks where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Make sure to review the amenities of the spot to see what kind of water features are offered to make sure it works for your dog. If your dog is not a strong swimmer, then perhaps choose a dog water park with tamer water features rather than a river or beach, for instance. We also recommend reading reviews and reaching out to the host with any questions, and of course, checking water park hours.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot water park?
We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. Additionally, we recommend following our water safety guidelines.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot water park 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.
If you are planning an amazing dog water park party, each Sniffspot water park has their own rules regarding special events. Many water parks allow doggie birthday parties, training and other event types. Event organizers need to be responsible for their guests and event organizers should coordinate with the host regarding their fun party.
What are the coolest doggie water features available?
Sniffspot dog water parks can have a variety of features, everything from swimming pools to rivers to beaches to hoses and kiddie pools. If you are dreaming of a curtain of water, water tunnels, a ball pit pool, water slide ball pits, splash pools or other cool features, you can definitely find amazing features at Sniffspot dog water parks. Each water park is different, so check the details of the park to find the incredible dog water park of your dreams.
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