55This is an absolutely gorgeous yard in a beautiful, quiet neighborhood! Our dogs loved it! I didn’t see a water bowl, so be sure to bring your own (I had one in the car, so no problem). Thank you!! Kim O.
Kim O.
June 2024
This is an absolutely gorgeous yard in a beautiful, quiet neighborhood! Our dogs loved it! I didn’t see a water bowl, so be sure to bring your own (I had one in the car, so no problem). Thank you!!
Emily's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Carmel | Sniffspot
55This is one of my top two favorite yards!!! There is no mulch, beautiful grass, shade in the morning and late afternoon. Clean, big, and perfect. The only thing is that there is a black doodle, neighbor dog that jumped the fence, but he was super nice. He went back home. I just don’t want anyone to be alarmed. I just didnt want the neighbor dog to get stuck and not be able to go home. I LOVE this yard!!! Truly my top two yards! Love, Love, Love it. Kimberly K.
Kimberly K.
June 2024
This is one of my top two favorite yards!!! There is no mulch, beautiful grass, shade in the morning and late afternoon. Clean, big, and perfect. The only thing is that there is a black doodle, neighbor dog that jumped the fence, but he was super nice. He went back home. I just don’t want anyone to be alarmed. I just didnt want the neighbor dog to get stuck and not be able to go home. I LOVE this yard!!! Truly my top two yards! Love, Love, Love it. 
Caroline's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Carmel | Sniffspot
55My dog had a blast checking everything out! Definitely wore himself out. However if your dog doesn’t like other dogs this may not be the best spot for you, as the neighbor dog likes to say hi through the fence! My boy didn’t mind though and was running up and down the fence line with him! Lily C.
Lily C.
September 2022
My dog had a blast checking everything out! Definitely wore himself out. However if your dog doesn’t like other dogs this may not be the best spot for you, as the neighbor dog likes to say hi through the fence! My boy didn’t mind though and was running up and down the fence line with him!
Caroline's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Carmel | Sniffspot
55Very large, clean yard in a quiet neighborhood. There are a few spots in the fencing where my small dog (Jack Russell sized) could have easily escaped so we kept an eye on her. Bigger dogs would be totally fine. As others have mentioned, the neighbors do have a cute little shiba who will come to the fence. My dog loved running alongside him, but reactive dogs would not do well here. Sarah B.
Sarah B.
October 2022
Very large, clean yard in a quiet neighborhood. There are a few spots in the fencing where my small dog (Jack Russell sized) could have easily escaped so we kept an eye on her. Bigger dogs would be totally fine. As others have mentioned, the neighbors do have a cute little shiba who will come to the fence. My dog loved running alongside him, but reactive dogs would not do well here.
Caroline's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Carmel | Sniffspot
55We loved Caroline’s yard! Our dogs really enjoyed running along the fence line with the Shiba Inu next door, and there was a ton of room for them to sniff around.Sarah H.
Sarah H.
November 2022
We loved Caroline’s yard! Our dogs really enjoyed running along the fence line with the Shiba Inu next door, and there was a ton of room for them to sniff around.
Caroline's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Carmel | Sniffspot
55Caroline’s place is the perfect size for my 89 lbs pooch.
I appreciated all the shade the backyard trees offered. I was not concerned with my dog escaping from out the yard. The neighbor’s dog was friendly and playful . Thank you again for having a clean yard to play in.Callie and Papa G.
Callie and Papa G.
May 2023
Caroline’s place is the perfect size for my 89 lbs pooch.
I appreciated all the shade the backyard trees offered. I was not concerned with my dog escaping from out the yard. The neighbor’s dog was friendly and playful . Thank you again for having a clean yard to play in.
Caroline's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Carmel | Sniffspot
55By far this is one of our favorite spots. The yard is so well maintained, it is fully fenced which is a plus, the neighbor's dogsare great excercise for our Goldens, running up and down the fence line. We will visit again of course, as this is our second visit there. It is a little distance for us, but worth the drive.Mary P.
Mary P.
August 2023
By far this is one of our favorite spots. The yard is so well maintained, it is fully fenced which is a plus, the neighbor's dogsare great excercise for our Goldens, running up and down the fence line. We will visit again of course, as this is our second visit there. It is a little distance for us, but worth the drive.
Caroline's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Carmel | Sniffspot
55love this spot...been visiting many times...dogs love it...it is well maintained..lots of space to run. Friendly neighbors too and their dogs give my goldens lots of exercise running along the fence.
Mary P.
Mary P.
September 2023
love this spot...been visiting many times...dogs love it...it is well maintained..lots of space to run. Friendly neighbors too and their dogs give my goldens lots of exercise running along the fence.
Caroline's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Carmel | Sniffspot
55Great contact! The fence was fairly closed, however there was a small opening at the front that if you had a small dog they’d be able to get into. Lots of room for the 4 legged creatures to run! Their neighbor they share a fence with did have her 2 dogs out, but was kind when our reactive lab was having a hard time relaxing, and ended up bringing them in. Would definitely stop again!Anna S.
Anna S.
October 2023
Great contact! The fence was fairly closed, however there was a small opening at the front that if you had a small dog they’d be able to get into. Lots of room for the 4 legged creatures to run! Their neighbor they share a fence with did have her 2 dogs out, but was kind when our reactive lab was having a hard time relaxing, and ended up bringing them in. Would definitely stop again!
Caroline's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Carmel | Sniffspot
55My foster pup, Miss Wiggles, loved playing fetch in Caroline’s yard! This was the perfect way to get out some of her pent up energy from the shelter. The fence was secure and the yard was clean.
We loved our experience and would definitely book again. However there are two things that are worth noting to make sure it’s the right fit for your pup. The neighbors Shiba Inus, did not seem to like my girl and were trying to nip at her through the wire portion of the fence. My girl wasn’t interested in them and walked away so it wasn’t an issue. Their owner also brought them in after a couple minutes of them barking.
We also went immediately after a rain, so naturally the yard had several muddy areas. My girl LOVES a good mud puddle romp so this worked out well for us. Just something to keep in mind if you plan to visit after rain. Renee B.
Renee B.
April 2024
My foster pup, Miss Wiggles, loved playing fetch in Caroline’s yard! This was the perfect way to get out some of her pent up energy from the shelter. The fence was secure and the yard was clean.
We loved our experience and would definitely book again. However there are two things that are worth noting to make sure it’s the right fit for your pup. The neighbors Shiba Inus, did not seem to like my girl and were trying to nip at her through the wire portion of the fence. My girl wasn’t interested in them and walked away so it wasn’t an issue. Their owner also brought them in after a couple minutes of them barking.
We also went immediately after a rain, so naturally the yard had several muddy areas. My girl LOVES a good mud puddle romp so this worked out well for us. Just something to keep in mind if you plan to visit after rain.
Caroline's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Carmel | Sniffspot
55Very quiet and serene place. Just beautiful! My dog had a blast running all over the place. She wanted to engage with the neighbor dogs and I didn’t find them a problem. My dog did run across their back porch several times with her muddy paws and I apologize for thatCynthia L.
Cynthia L.
April 2024
Very quiet and serene place. Just beautiful! My dog had a blast running all over the place. She wanted to engage with the neighbor dogs and I didn’t find them a problem. My dog did run across their back porch several times with her muddy paws and I apologize for that
Caroline's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Carmel | Sniffspot
55I love this yard so much. I go to the private dog park at Carmel and the small dog park does not have shade so this makes my life so much more convenient for the summer. I also love that the neighbors dogs will run the fence with my dogs. I particularly love that It is full of nature, lots of room, and smells. Kimberly K.
Kimberly K.
June 2024
I love this yard so much. I go to the private dog park at Carmel and the small dog park does not have shade so this makes my life so much more convenient for the summer. I also love that the neighbors dogs will run the fence with my dogs. I particularly love that It is full of nature, lots of room, and smells. 
Caroline's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Carmel | Sniffspot
55OMG Maggie had the best time here with lots of grass and shade trees she loved running around the yard and rolling in the grass. Maggie was a stray dog who I rescued one year ago by saving her from the middle of rush hour traffic. We have been trying to find her a new home for almost a year because we downsized into a smaller place with a smaller backyard and she's just too young and strong of a dog for us to keep permanently. So this is the first time she really had room to stretch her legs and run, it was perfect temperature with a nice breeze and she thought she was in doggy heaven, even got to chase a rabbit for a few minutes till it headed under the neighbor's fence. After about 30 minutes the neighbor's two little Shiba dogs (I think that's what they're called?) came out and started racing Maggie up and down the fence line. It was fun to watch them for a while but the little guys wouldn't stop and I was afraid Maggie was going to collapse, I bet she has never run that hard or fast for so long in her life! She's still recovering at home right now. Anyway it was a great experience for her and for me since this is the first time we tried the sniff spot, thank you for making your yard available ❤️🐾🙏Michael R.
Michael R.
June 2024
OMG Maggie had the best time here with lots of grass and shade trees she loved running around the yard and rolling in the grass. Maggie was a stray dog who I rescued one year ago by saving her from the middle of rush hour traffic. We have been trying to find her a new home for almost a year because we downsized into a smaller place with a smaller backyard and she's just too young and strong of a dog for us to keep permanently. So this is the first time she really had room to stretch her legs and run, it was perfect temperature with a nice breeze and she thought she was in doggy heaven, even got to chase a rabbit for a few minutes till it headed under the neighbor's fence. After about 30 minutes the neighbor's two little Shiba dogs (I think that's what they're called?) came out and started racing Maggie up and down the fence line. It was fun to watch them for a while but the little guys wouldn't stop and I was afraid Maggie was going to collapse, I bet she has never run that hard or fast for so long in her life! She's still recovering at home right now. Anyway it was a great experience for her and for me since this is the first time we tried the sniff spot, thank you for making your yard available ❤️🐾🙏
Caroline's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Carmel | Sniffspot
55The perfect yard for my boy, Pickles, to chase his ball! There were dogs next door but my dog was not phased by their barking when he has a ball to play with.Madeline P.
Madeline P.
July 2024
The perfect yard for my boy, Pickles, to chase his ball! There were dogs next door but my dog was not phased by their barking when he has a ball to play with.
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55Clean, quiet back yard! It is a very good size. My dog LOVED running around here! Host provides water and a couple toys for the dogs. Sarah B.
Sarah B.
February 2023
Clean, quiet back yard! It is a very good size. My dog LOVED running around here! Host provides water and a couple toys for the dogs.
How do Carmel'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
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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
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FAQ about our Carmel 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 Carmel 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 158 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 14 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 Carmel have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 158 fully fenced dog parks in or near Carmel. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Carmel?
The Carmel area has 8 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 Trista's 15 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Lafayette.