55Our dog Jesse had so much fun at Juno’s sniff spot! She led the way on the trails and left no lead un-sniffed. She also had a great time getting the ball thrown for her in the more open field. We will definitely be back!! Madison F.
Madison F.
March 2024
Our dog Jesse had so much fun at Juno’s sniff spot! She led the way on the trails and left no lead un-sniffed. She also had a great time getting the ball thrown for her in the more open field. We will definitely be back!!
Juno's 40 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55Ben had so much fun. He was the leader. The trails are super clean and easy to follow. We came only one time a little bit off the trail but found easy our way back. We will be back!!!
Martina B.
Martina B.
April 2024
Ben had so much fun. He was the leader. The trails are super clean and easy to follow. We came only one time a little bit off the trail but found easy our way back. We will be back!!!
Juno's 40 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55My dog had so much fun walking through the trails! This is a great Sniffspot to give your dog ample space in nature. The trails were clearly marked and labeled, making it easy to know where we were along the paths. We’ll be back!Julia D.
Julia D.
April 2024
My dog had so much fun walking through the trails! This is a great Sniffspot to give your dog ample space in nature. The trails were clearly marked and labeled, making it easy to know where we were along the paths. We’ll be back!
Juno's 40 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55We had a beautiful adventure at this Sniffspot! Beautiful shady trails and little streams along the way that my dog enjoyed. Be prepared with sturdy shoes and possibly bug spray. I’ll definitely reserve this Sniffspot again. She’s done a lot of work to maintain the trails and create a map and trail markers. Barbara H.
Barbara H.
April 2024
We had a beautiful adventure at this Sniffspot! Beautiful shady trails and little streams along the way that my dog enjoyed. Be prepared with sturdy shoes and possibly bug spray. I’ll definitely reserve this Sniffspot again. She’s done a lot of work to maintain the trails and create a map and trail markers.
Juno's 40 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55We had an awesome time walking the trails around the property. We’ve always wanted to take our dog on trails, but he has fear aggression towards off leash dogs. We’re so happy Carrie shares her love for making trails with the rest of us, and that Apollo can have experiences like this without any fear! We walked the perimeter of the property which took roughly 45 minutes - well kept, quiet, and beautiful!Dana V.
Dana V.
May 2024
We had an awesome time walking the trails around the property. We’ve always wanted to take our dog on trails, but he has fear aggression towards off leash dogs. We’re so happy Carrie shares her love for making trails with the rest of us, and that Apollo can have experiences like this without any fear! We walked the perimeter of the property which took roughly 45 minutes - well kept, quiet, and beautiful!
Juno's 40 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55Super stoked we found this spot! Lots of trails for the pups to run around off leash and the blooming mountain laurels made it even better! Highly recommend this spot, will definitely be back when we’re in the area!Megan R.
Megan R.
May 2024
Super stoked we found this spot! Lots of trails for the pups to run around off leash and the blooming mountain laurels made it even better! Highly recommend this spot, will definitely be back when we’re in the area!
Juno's 40 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55This spot was a lot of fun for my larger dog to get outside and explore new spaces. Plenty of space to throw the ball, trails, and lots of grass to sniff. This is a foresty, denser area so definitely recommend wearing bug spray; I was glad I brought my stronger hiking deet based bug spray. This spot is great for those looking for a hiking like experience with your pup!Michelle C.
Michelle C.
June 2024
This spot was a lot of fun for my larger dog to get outside and explore new spaces. Plenty of space to throw the ball, trails, and lots of grass to sniff. This is a foresty, denser area so definitely recommend wearing bug spray; I was glad I brought my stronger hiking deet based bug spray. This spot is great for those looking for a hiking like experience with your pup!
Juno's 40 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55Host is very kind!! Property is amazing and has signs for trails and a lot of options! Loved the clearing you enter at for playing fetch and such. We will definitely be back!Madison R.
Madison R.
July 2024
Host is very kind!! Property is amazing and has signs for trails and a lot of options! Loved the clearing you enter at for playing fetch and such. We will definitely be back!
Juno's 40 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55Second time here and it was just as good as the first time! Perfect way to get in the woods with pups without worrying about other dogs or people. We'll be back! E A.
E A.
July 2024
Second time here and it was just as good as the first time! Perfect way to get in the woods with pups without worrying about other dogs or people. We'll be back!
Juno's 40 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55Had an amazing visit today for my birthday! Took an hour and a half long hike down Juno’s trail! So pretty and so well kept! Stopped at an adorable photo spot! We will definitely be back soon! Not buggy in the AM at all either! Samantha G.
Samantha G.
August 2024
Had an amazing visit today for my birthday! Took an hour and a half long hike down Juno’s trail! So pretty and so well kept! Stopped at an adorable photo spot! We will definitely be back soon! Not buggy in the AM at all either!
Juno's 40 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55Rosie had so many good sniffs here! We loved exploring the trails. Space was private, we encountered no people or dogs, which was great for my reactive pup. Abby K.
Abby K.
August 2024
Rosie had so many good sniffs here! We loved exploring the trails. Space was private, we encountered no people or dogs, which was great for my reactive pup.
Juno's 40 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55Wonderful experience here! We stopped here after a long drive to let the dogs stretch their legs. It was the perfect spot. Well marked trails, beautiful lake, woods and fields to play around in, both my dogs left exhausted. It sounded like there was a rooster off in the distance but it didn’t cause any reaction from my usually reactive dogs.Rachel W.
Rachel W.
August 2024
Wonderful experience here! We stopped here after a long drive to let the dogs stretch their legs. It was the perfect spot. Well marked trails, beautiful lake, woods and fields to play around in, both my dogs left exhausted. It sounded like there was a rooster off in the distance but it didn’t cause any reaction from my usually reactive dogs.
Juno's 40 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55This was a fabulous experience, we loved watching our terrier bounding thru the forest with no anxiety on our end about off leash time. We took the trail around the perimeter and finished it in about 50 mins. We’ll be back soon! Jade C.
Jade C.
September 2024
This was a fabulous experience, we loved watching our terrier bounding thru the forest with no anxiety on our end about off leash time. We took the trail around the perimeter and finished it in about 50 mins. We’ll be back soon!
Juno's 40 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55My golden retriever and I had a great hike at Junos! The trails were clearly marked and went through the woods. There was a variation in terrain and a couple creeks for Jackson to take a dip. Very pretty too! We will definitely be back! Monica A.
Monica A.
September 2024
My golden retriever and I had a great hike at Junos! The trails were clearly marked and went through the woods. There was a variation in terrain and a couple creeks for Jackson to take a dip. Very pretty too! We will definitely be back!
How do Charlottesville's private small 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 Charlottesville small dog parks
Are small 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 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 park users so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars.
How can I find small dog parks in Charlottesville?
There are 38 small dog parks in the Charlottesville area. The most popular small dog park is . You can browse all of our small dog parks here.
How do I know if a small dog park works for my dog?
Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your furry friends. If your dog doesn't respond to owner commands, you can visit one of our enclosed dog park areas. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our small dog park sites where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can see any park amenities provided, including a park bench, water for dogs or water features such as kiddie pool or water hose. If your dog loves water, you can go to a park with water features, but if they don't love water, you can avoid them. We also recommend reading reviews to check for park maintenance issues and reaching out to the host with any questions. And lastly, of course, check park hours. Many of our parks are open from dawn until dusk.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot park?
We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that owners sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. We also require that pet owners follow safety protocols around water features.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot 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 small dog park party, each Sniffspot park has their own rules regarding special events. Many parks allow doggie birthday parties, training, water parties 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. Make sure the park has amenities you need for your party, such as a park with lots of picnic tables with park benches.
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