55Such amazing updates to this spot since last time we visited! You can really tell the time and effort they put into keeping their trails maintained! Thanks for sharing your place with us. :)Cassie A.
Cassie A.
August 2024
Such amazing updates to this spot since last time we visited! You can really tell the time and effort they put into keeping their trails maintained! Thanks for sharing your place with us. :)
55Our dog had such a fun time here! Such a unique forested setting with a shallow creek area. Probably best for those who are comfortable with a little hiking/steeper trails. Excuse the terrible quality screenshot pics we forgot to take actual pictures. Thank you for sharing your spot, hope to visit again soon! Deborah W.
Deborah W.
August 2024
Our dog had such a fun time here! Such a unique forested setting with a shallow creek area. Probably best for those who are comfortable with a little hiking/steeper trails. Excuse the terrible quality screenshot pics we forgot to take actual pictures. Thank you for sharing your spot, hope to visit again soon!
55Always a great Sniffspot! Every time we visit there seems to be a new improvement. The latest improvement was the addition of wood chips on the path to the creek which covered the slippery wood rounds and allowed me to walk most of the way to the creek. In the past, I would wait at the top of the hill while my dog took a dunk in the water. Thanks Linda for providing a great spot!Bonnie B.
Bonnie B.
August 2024
Always a great Sniffspot! Every time we visit there seems to be a new improvement. The latest improvement was the addition of wood chips on the path to the creek which covered the slippery wood rounds and allowed me to walk most of the way to the creek. In the past, I would wait at the top of the hill while my dog took a dunk in the water. Thanks Linda for providing a great spot!
55Lovely piece of property. Our pup enjoyed all the smells and trails. It was a workout for this out of shape old lady but worth every ache I will be feeling in the coming hours, because of the big smile on our dogs face and the nap she is now enjoying. ;) thank you!Courtney C.
Courtney C.
August 2024
Lovely piece of property. Our pup enjoyed all the smells and trails. It was a workout for this out of shape old lady but worth every ache I will be feeling in the coming hours, because of the big smile on our dogs face and the nap she is now enjoying. ;) thank you!
55Beautiful web of trails in a hillside forest. As noted in the description, the trails to the creek are *really* steep. There are LOTS of water bowls and LOTS of chairs. My pups could not stop grinning. :)Teresa D B.
Teresa D B.
August 2024
Beautiful web of trails in a hillside forest. As noted in the description, the trails to the creek are *really* steep. There are LOTS of water bowls and LOTS of chairs. My pups could not stop grinning. :)
55Really enjoyed the space. It's great for dogs with great recall and for anyone looking to train their dog for hiking or just to work on recall. Our dogs are not there yet, but that doesn't take away from the fun of the place.Carlos B.
Carlos B.
August 2024
Really enjoyed the space. It's great for dogs with great recall and for anyone looking to train their dog for hiking or just to work on recall. Our dogs are not there yet, but that doesn't take away from the fun of the place.
55Great location. Lots of shade and very well maintained. The dogs had a great time exploring all the trails. The water spigots and bowls placed throughout the SniffSpot are a really thoughtful touch. Kirsten R.
Kirsten R.
August 2024
Great location. Lots of shade and very well maintained. The dogs had a great time exploring all the trails. The water spigots and bowls placed throughout the SniffSpot are a really thoughtful touch.
55We had SO much fun!!! Will definitely be back. I’ve had my dogs for over three years and I have NEVER been able to walk them off leash by myself. This was a great bonding experience for us!! Thank you so much Emily C.
Emily C.
August 2024
We had SO much fun!!! Will definitely be back. I’ve had my dogs for over three years and I have NEVER been able to walk them off leash by myself. This was a great bonding experience for us!! Thank you so much
55I already thought the place was great, but Linda has made many improvements since my last visit. The path near the creek had been slick and muddy, but now cedar chips have made it easy to navigate. So, now on my third visit, Oliver and I actually made it all the way down to water's edge. 🙂Mary J.
Mary J.
August 2024
I already thought the place was great, but Linda has made many improvements since my last visit. The path near the creek had been slick and muddy, but now cedar chips have made it easy to navigate. So, now on my third visit, Oliver and I actually made it all the way down to water's edge. 🙂
55Wonderlane lives up to its name! This place is a magical wonderland for dogs and their humans. It is easy to get to and tucked inside a residential neighborhood, but feels like you’re in the middle of nature.
The numerous pathways and woodland setting kept our dog highly entertained, and it was a serene environment for us all to have fun in. The numerous water stations and water bowls throughout the property were a nice feature - we had brought our own bowl, but next time we’ll leave it in the car. The sound of the creek was a perfect soundtrack - it was a great adventure for all of us! Ruth H.
Ruth H.
August 2024
Wonderlane lives up to its name! This place is a magical wonderland for dogs and their humans. It is easy to get to and tucked inside a residential neighborhood, but feels like you’re in the middle of nature.
The numerous pathways and woodland setting kept our dog highly entertained, and it was a serene environment for us all to have fun in. The numerous water stations and water bowls throughout the property were a nice feature - we had brought our own bowl, but next time we’ll leave it in the car. The sound of the creek was a perfect soundtrack - it was a great adventure for all of us!
55A wonderful and unique spot, my Border Collie puppy had a blast! He explored all the trails at top speed and especially enjoyed the creek and and all muddy areas! Do plan for a wet and muddy adventure and you'll get your exercise in climbing up and down the slopes! We will keep this spot on our list for sure!Teresa M.
Teresa M.
August 2024
A wonderful and unique spot, my Border Collie puppy had a blast! He explored all the trails at top speed and especially enjoyed the creek and and all muddy areas! Do plan for a wet and muddy adventure and you'll get your exercise in climbing up and down the slopes! We will keep this spot on our list for sure!
55Linda & her family have SUCH a fantastic property!! We couldn’t believe we were just a 10 minute drive from our home. My dogs had a great time running as fast as they could up-and-down the trails. We loved that the trails were looped, it gave us peace of mind in case our dogs ran just ahead of our line of sight.
We took our pups down to the creek through the gate leading from the securely fenced space to the unfenced space. A very determined dog could wander off, but the wooded area is quite dense and marshy so I felt safe letting the pups meander near the creek bed. So many smells! After just one hour they were exhausted.
Wonderlane is also a neat spot for those interested in flora and fungi! My husband really enjoyed checking out the various fungi growing on logs and stumps, and I loved checking out all of the native plants.
We all can’t wait to visit again! Thank you so much Linda & family for sharing Wonderlane with us & others! Megan S.
Megan S.
August 2024
Linda & her family have SUCH a fantastic property!! We couldn’t believe we were just a 10 minute drive from our home. My dogs had a great time running as fast as they could up-and-down the trails. We loved that the trails were looped, it gave us peace of mind in case our dogs ran just ahead of our line of sight.
We took our pups down to the creek through the gate leading from the securely fenced space to the unfenced space. A very determined dog could wander off, but the wooded area is quite dense and marshy so I felt safe letting the pups meander near the creek bed. So many smells! After just one hour they were exhausted.
Wonderlane is also a neat spot for those interested in flora and fungi! My husband really enjoyed checking out the various fungi growing on logs and stumps, and I loved checking out all of the native plants.
We all can’t wait to visit again! Thank you so much Linda & family for sharing Wonderlane with us & others!
55Lovely Sniffspot! I couldn’t figure out how to close the main gate but that’s ok! We and my girl had lots of fun running up and down the trails and sniffing all the sniffs! Tera J.
Tera J.
August 2024
Lovely Sniffspot! I couldn’t figure out how to close the main gate but that’s ok! We and my girl had lots of fun running up and down the trails and sniffing all the sniffs!
55Wonderlane is truly a magical place! My pack loved every minute we spent there. There's so much to explore, from the beautiful, towering trees that create a canopy overhead to the winding trails that invite you to wander and discover. The soothing sound of the creek as it flows gently through the landscape adds an extra touch of serenity. Whether you're looking for adventure or simply a peaceful retreat, Wonderlane offers an experience like no other. We can't wait to return!Arian M.
Arian M.
August 2024
Wonderlane is truly a magical place! My pack loved every minute we spent there. There's so much to explore, from the beautiful, towering trees that create a canopy overhead to the winding trails that invite you to wander and discover. The soothing sound of the creek as it flows gently through the landscape adds an extra touch of serenity. Whether you're looking for adventure or simply a peaceful retreat, Wonderlane offers an experience like no other. We can't wait to return!
55Gorgeous place! It was our first Sniffspot, so it was really great that Linda gave such thorough, clear instructions. The dogs had a fantastic time. We had to leave a bit early since we overestimated our older girl's ability to walk up and down the trails, but we will know for next time! Bonnie M.
Bonnie M.
August 2024
Gorgeous place! It was our first Sniffspot, so it was really great that Linda gave such thorough, clear instructions. The dogs had a fantastic time. We had to leave a bit early since we overestimated our older girl's ability to walk up and down the trails, but we will know for next time!
55This place is perfect! Great get away from the city! The dogs had an absolute blast! Plenty of spots for filling water, and plenty of spots to run around and roam! Steven M.
Steven M.
August 2024
This place is perfect! Great get away from the city! The dogs had an absolute blast! Plenty of spots for filling water, and plenty of spots to run around and roam!
55My dog enjoyed exploring the various trails and creek. I did keep a long leash on her because I couldn’t see all of the fencing and wasn’t confident I could keep her from running up to the house. Megan W.
Megan W.
August 2024
My dog enjoyed exploring the various trails and creek. I did keep a long leash on her because I couldn’t see all of the fencing and wasn’t confident I could keep her from running up to the house.
55Lovely place with great fresh water pump stations at regular intervals. Our pups have crud for recall so we leashed them to get down to the creek - a fun treat for them. They had a great run up, down and around the trails and are happily wiped out and snoozing now.Lyn P.
Lyn P.
August 2024
Lovely place with great fresh water pump stations at regular intervals. Our pups have crud for recall so we leashed them to get down to the creek - a fun treat for them. They had a great run up, down and around the trails and are happily wiped out and snoozing now.
How do Des Moines's private dog agility 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
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FAQ about our Des Moines dog agility parks
Are dog agility parks safe?
While public off-leash dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, inattentive owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than city parks. Contrary to a typical dog park, 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 safe place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. As always, ensuring you use park dog agility equipment safely is also key to an enjoyable experience.
How do I know if a dog agility park works for my dog?
Owners commonly wonder about whether a park works for their dog. Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a fenced dog agility park that works for your dog. You can also filter on size to find a larger park or neighborhood parks. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog agility parks. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog agility parks where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can read the description of the spot to see the details of the set up, such as whether there is commercial grade park equipment, and other amenities, such as park benches. Browse photos to get a sense for park design. We also recommend reading reviews and reaching out to the host with any questions, and of course, checking agility park hours.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot agility 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. Treat all park equipment with respect and care.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot agility 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.