What people say about dog parks around Brainerd, Minnesota
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
55Great spot for a winter romp, as there were many well-worn trails with the snow packed down - perfect for my 'winter wussy' dogs to enjoy!Sara M.
Sara M.
February 2022
Great spot for a winter romp, as there were many well-worn trails with the snow packed down - perfect for my 'winter wussy' dogs to enjoy!
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
55Great spot! Very secure and well picked up. Lyra had a great time romping around. We will definitely be back. Colleen L.
Colleen L.
February 2022
Great spot! Very secure and well picked up. Lyra had a great time romping around. We will definitely be back.
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
55A great place for your doggie. My dog isn’t reactive but it’s nice to find a place for him to run that has woods for him to sniff around and explore and not just a field. Lydia R.
Lydia R.
February 2022
A great place for your doggie. My dog isn’t reactive but it’s nice to find a place for him to run that has woods for him to sniff around and explore and not just a field.
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
55We went with our 2 dogs in the winter, they had a blast! There were packed down paths enough that we didn’t need snow shoes and even toys for them to play with. Plus a trash can for picking up after your dog which is super helpful. We can’t wait to come back and check it out in the spring and summer too! Jennifer M.
Jennifer M.
February 2022
We went with our 2 dogs in the winter, they had a blast! There were packed down paths enough that we didn’t need snow shoes and even toys for them to play with. Plus a trash can for picking up after your dog which is super helpful. We can’t wait to come back and check it out in the spring and summer too!
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
55Great visit! A great place to play with my reactive pup with no worries :-) We enjoyed our time and everything was as expected. Thank you! We will be back. Sally R.
Sally R.
November 2021
Great visit! A great place to play with my reactive pup with no worries :-) We enjoyed our time and everything was as expected. Thank you! We will be back.
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
55We have been coming to this spot for so long now, at least once every week/couple weeks, and it’s our favorite spot to visit. So much room for the pups to romp, play, smell, and plenty of places for us to sit and watch them play! She also provides water, toys, tick spray, and poop bags. We’ll never stop coming here!Lindsey D.
Lindsey D.
November 2021
We have been coming to this spot for so long now, at least once every week/couple weeks, and it’s our favorite spot to visit. So much room for the pups to romp, play, smell, and plenty of places for us to sit and watch them play! She also provides water, toys, tick spray, and poop bags. We’ll never stop coming here!
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
55We love going to this beautiful, private dog park. Our one pup is afraid of humans he doesn’t know. This place is perfect for him to run and not worry. It’s fun to watch both pups run, sniff and play!!!Jackie B.
Jackie B.
November 2021
We love going to this beautiful, private dog park. Our one pup is afraid of humans he doesn’t know. This place is perfect for him to run and not worry. It’s fun to watch both pups run, sniff and play!!!
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
55Perfect! Great directions and signage! Our reactive dog loved this place! So nice to have a spot for him to run and sniff!JoAnn D.
JoAnn D.
November 2021
Perfect! Great directions and signage! Our reactive dog loved this place! So nice to have a spot for him to run and sniff!
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
55We came for Rue’s big birthday adventure and she absolutely had the time of her life. Definitely our favorite sniff spot so far, so much space to run and around and explore. We will be back! Tori G.
Tori G.
October 2021
We came for Rue’s big birthday adventure and she absolutely had the time of her life. Definitely our favorite sniff spot so far, so much space to run and around and explore. We will be back!
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
55This was our first time and we will be back for sure. Our rescue is very reactive and this spot was great for him. There were some geese and maybe chickens visible from the parking spot but they were behind fences and far enough away that it wasn’t an issue for our dog. Once we got to the Sniffspot everything was just as advertised. A nice shelter for the humans and a watering station were very nice to see. The spot is well maintained and provided a fantastic day for our dog. Thank you for providing this lovely spot.Gabe H.
Gabe H.
October 2021
This was our first time and we will be back for sure. Our rescue is very reactive and this spot was great for him. There were some geese and maybe chickens visible from the parking spot but they were behind fences and far enough away that it wasn’t an issue for our dog. Once we got to the Sniffspot everything was just as advertised. A nice shelter for the humans and a watering station were very nice to see. The spot is well maintained and provided a fantastic day for our dog. Thank you for providing this lovely spot.
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
55The BEST Sniffspot I have ever used! It was huge, and quiet - no distractions for my reactive pup or her friend we brought with. They got to run and run and run without any worry of getting away. Comfy swing and chair for the humans - even though we didn’t sit long. Kept walking around playing with the dogs. Speaking of the dogs 😉 - lots of toys and water for them!
Thank you so much - this was the perfect worry-free adventure! Mycki K.
Mycki K.
October 2021
The BEST Sniffspot I have ever used! It was huge, and quiet - no distractions for my reactive pup or her friend we brought with. They got to run and run and run without any worry of getting away. Comfy swing and chair for the humans - even though we didn’t sit long. Kept walking around playing with the dogs. Speaking of the dogs 😉 - lots of toys and water for them!
Thank you so much - this was the perfect worry-free adventure!
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
55What a lovely spot- thank you! Tree cover and open areas. Trails intersecting through the middle or walk the perimeter. Very clean. Can’t wait to go back! Tracy A.
Tracy A.
October 2021
What a lovely spot- thank you! Tree cover and open areas. Trails intersecting through the middle or walk the perimeter. Very clean. Can’t wait to go back!
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
55We had SO MUCH fun at this sniffspot. From the thoughtful directions and signs for where to park and enter, to the seating area for humans, to the incredible beauty of the area, I would give this place 10 stars if I could! The fence was in perfect condition and exactly as described, and my pup had a blast being able to run for so long with so many great places to sniff. This place is a gem, and we will definitely be back! Kate H.
Kate H.
October 2021
We had SO MUCH fun at this sniffspot. From the thoughtful directions and signs for where to park and enter, to the seating area for humans, to the incredible beauty of the area, I would give this place 10 stars if I could! The fence was in perfect condition and exactly as described, and my pup had a blast being able to run for so long with so many great places to sniff. This place is a gem, and we will definitely be back!
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
55Our two dogs had a great time! There is lots of wooded space to explore, water, toys, and spots foe people to sit. Bonnie M.
Bonnie M.
September 2021
Our two dogs had a great time! There is lots of wooded space to explore, water, toys, and spots foe people to sit.
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
55What a fantastic space! We never thought we would get to enjoy an off-leash experience outside of our own yard with our shy boy. But, he had a wonderful morning romping around with his brother! We had a lovely pack walk amongst the trees. We will definitely be back!Andrea E.
Andrea E.
September 2021
What a fantastic space! We never thought we would get to enjoy an off-leash experience outside of our own yard with our shy boy. But, he had a wonderful morning romping around with his brother! We had a lovely pack walk amongst the trees. We will definitely be back!
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
55Great place to let the dogs run around and not have to worry about conflicts with other dogs. Glad we discovered this gem. Will definitely be back. Katy P.
Katy P.
September 2021
Great place to let the dogs run around and not have to worry about conflicts with other dogs. Glad we discovered this gem. Will definitely be back.
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
55This place is an absolute slice of heaven! It’s such a HUGE relief to find a place where I (and my pup) and can be completely at ease! From the parking spot, to the entrance, everything is set up in a way where I was confident we wouldn’t have any surprise run-ins with other dogs or people. The space is great, for dogs and humans with shade, water, and even tick spray for the dogs! My dog was worn out in less than an hour! We will definitely be back! Can’t say enough about how great it is to have found this place! Alissa B.
Alissa B.
July 2021
This place is an absolute slice of heaven! It’s such a HUGE relief to find a place where I (and my pup) and can be completely at ease! From the parking spot, to the entrance, everything is set up in a way where I was confident we wouldn’t have any surprise run-ins with other dogs or people. The space is great, for dogs and humans with shade, water, and even tick spray for the dogs! My dog was worn out in less than an hour! We will definitely be back! Can’t say enough about how great it is to have found this place!
How do Brainerd'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 Brainerd 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. 100% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Brainerd 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 15 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 1 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 15 fully fenced dog parks in or near Brainerd. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Brainerd?
The Brainerd area has 15 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 3/4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park in Lakes Country!.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Brainerd?
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