55Such a great spot! Clean and well maintained. We even got two of our three dogs to get on the V ladder which was super exciting. We will most definitely visit again. Andrea S.
Andrea S.
March 2023
Such a great spot! Clean and well maintained. We even got two of our three dogs to get on the V ladder which was super exciting. We will most definitely visit again.
55Great spot for our city pup to run around and work on some training! Area was clean and spacious. It’s definitely a little loud with the train but our dog didn’t mind. We will definitely be back!Madison D.
Madison D.
April 2023
Great spot for our city pup to run around and work on some training! Area was clean and spacious. It’s definitely a little loud with the train but our dog didn’t mind. We will definitely be back!
55Great spot. The pups loved it. A couple things to note. If you came last year, it’s about 1/3 the size it used to be. The other 2/3 is used for doggie daycare now. Kayla B.
Kayla B.
April 2023
Great spot. The pups loved it. A couple things to note. If you came last year, it’s about 1/3 the size it used to be. The other 2/3 is used for doggie daycare now.
55This was my first time taking my dog to this spot and I will definitely be back! It was clean and safe. My pup loved playing and we felt safe knowing she could run free without the worry of other dogs. Caroline K.
Caroline K.
May 2023
This was my first time taking my dog to this spot and I will definitely be back! It was clean and safe. My pup loved playing and we felt safe knowing she could run free without the worry of other dogs.
55Easy access, clean and alot of room for my pup to run around and explore. Definitely will book again. Tara the host always replied to my many questions quickly. This was my first time here and first time using sniffspot. Will be coming back for sure.Bernadette B.
Bernadette B.
May 2023
Easy access, clean and alot of room for my pup to run around and explore. Definitely will book again. Tara the host always replied to my many questions quickly. This was my first time here and first time using sniffspot. Will be coming back for sure.
55We loved this spot! Our dog had such a great time! The kiddie pool for splashing was perfect for our water loving dog. Super sunny and perfect for an hour of playing. Nice benches to sit and relax.Cynthia T.
Cynthia T.
May 2023
We loved this spot! Our dog had such a great time! The kiddie pool for splashing was perfect for our water loving dog. Super sunny and perfect for an hour of playing. Nice benches to sit and relax.
55Frank had such a fun time at Payton’s Playground! The space was clean and had plenty of room for him to run around and play with his favorite toys. The agility equipment was a bonus (especially for Frank who is working on his confidence). We will definitely be back!
PS…Tara was very responsive to messages the morning of our visit…just an overall great experience.Chrissy O.
Chrissy O.
May 2023
Frank had such a fun time at Payton’s Playground! The space was clean and had plenty of room for him to run around and play with his favorite toys. The agility equipment was a bonus (especially for Frank who is working on his confidence). We will definitely be back!
PS…Tara was very responsive to messages the morning of our visit…just an overall great experience.
55We love coming here! It’s great for my two reactive pups who need to get some energy out without having to be on the lookout for other dogs. It’s always clean and quiet, and there is always parking! Erin F.
Erin F.
May 2023
We love coming here! It’s great for my two reactive pups who need to get some energy out without having to be on the lookout for other dogs. It’s always clean and quiet, and there is always parking!
55We had a great time! There was enough room for our dog to run around and some equipment to have her try out! The wading pool was her favorite on the hot day we went! Anne I.
Anne I.
May 2023
We had a great time! There was enough room for our dog to run around and some equipment to have her try out! The wading pool was her favorite on the hot day we went!
55Super great! Parking is easy and the access was straightforward, just as instructions said. Plenty of space for a 2 dog booking and the pool with a hose for fresh water was a great option for a summer day. Would recommend!!Kelly C.
Kelly C.
May 2023
Super great! Parking is easy and the access was straightforward, just as instructions said. Plenty of space for a 2 dog booking and the pool with a hose for fresh water was a great option for a summer day. Would recommend!!
55Loved this spot! We will definitely be back. It was clean and perfectly equipped. It was a nice way to spend an early morning on a very hot day!Kayleigh E.
Kayleigh E.
June 2023
Loved this spot! We will definitely be back. It was clean and perfectly equipped. It was a nice way to spend an early morning on a very hot day!
55Clean and large space for our little guy. He had a blast trying new things to jump through and enjoy. Establishment near premises was also very kind and friendly, glad this was our first Sniffspot experience!Liz R.
Liz R.
June 2023
Clean and large space for our little guy. He had a blast trying new things to jump through and enjoy. Establishment near premises was also very kind and friendly, glad this was our first Sniffspot experience!
55Great spot! Fun agility toys, a pool and enough space for my dogs to fully run around and tire themselves out. Cara L.
Cara L.
July 2023
Great spot! Fun agility toys, a pool and enough space for my dogs to fully run around and tire themselves out.
How do East Chicago'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 East Chicago 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. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the East Chicago 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 322 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 39 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 East Chicago have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 322 fully fenced dog parks in or near East Chicago. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near East Chicago?
The East Chicago area has 7 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 Daniel's 10 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Mokena.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in East Chicago?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near East Chicago. The most popular agility option is Payton's Playground.
Where in East Chicago can I find a pool for dog swimming?