55Great spot for pups to run through the trees and splash in the creek. David met us at the gate and gave us the lay of the land. Good exercise for humans to climb up and down the hill!Deborah C.
Deborah C.
January 2023
Great spot for pups to run through the trees and splash in the creek. David met us at the gate and gave us the lay of the land. Good exercise for humans to climb up and down the hill!
David's 3 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Issaquah | Sniffspot
55Beautiful sniffspot! 3 acres of fully fenced land to explore. I took both of my dogs here to sniff around and they are definitely tuckered out from the visit. We walked the entire perimeter and found the fence to be very secure. David was extremely nice and accommodating. Will definitely be back :)Caitlyn B.
Caitlyn B.
April 2023
Beautiful sniffspot! 3 acres of fully fenced land to explore. I took both of my dogs here to sniff around and they are definitely tuckered out from the visit. We walked the entire perimeter and found the fence to be very secure. David was extremely nice and accommodating. Will definitely be back :)
David's 3 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Issaquah | Sniffspot
55David was easy to communicate with and our puppy had a blast! The creek was a highlight for our golden. Plenty of roaming room while still being fenced. Can’t wait to visit again. Big bonus was the hose, we were able to wash our boy off as well as our shoes. :)Rhiannon C.
Rhiannon C.
April 2023
David was easy to communicate with and our puppy had a blast! The creek was a highlight for our golden. Plenty of roaming room while still being fenced. Can’t wait to visit again. Big bonus was the hose, we were able to wash our boy off as well as our shoes. :)
David's 3 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Issaquah | Sniffspot
55What a fantastic spot! Plenty of room to explore and my dog loved the stream through the property. Great opportunity to practice trail walking in an enclosed space.Nicholas V.
Nicholas V.
April 2023
What a fantastic spot! Plenty of room to explore and my dog loved the stream through the property. Great opportunity to practice trail walking in an enclosed space.
David's 3 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Issaquah | Sniffspot
55A peaceful, shady space with tall trees and a covered shed area for humans to sit. This place has plenty of space and everything you need for a great dog outing!Karen D.
Karen D.
May 2023
A peaceful, shady space with tall trees and a covered shed area for humans to sit. This place has plenty of space and everything you need for a great dog outing!
David's 3 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Issaquah | Sniffspot
55My dogs were SO DAMN HAPPY with their visit today. One of them is 8 years old and her energy has been a steadily decreasing, but upon entering the property and starting to explore I saw her run with more speed and excitement than I’ve seen from her in years!! My heart was so happy.
It’s a very wild property once you start going down hill, so I’d recommend higher mud boots if you have them. We walked the perimeter and found the trails. My dogs are trail dogs so they were in absolutely heaven with all the branches and leaves and ferns creating such a beautiful space for discovery!
The entire property is very securely fenced, but my dogs did manage to find the one weak spot which is a medium sized drain pipe on that goes under the road and over to the other property. I alerted David to it and he said he would secure it.
Highly highly hiiiighly recommend for any dogs but especially high energy sniffers 😊Olga P.
Olga P.
May 2023
My dogs were SO DAMN HAPPY with their visit today. One of them is 8 years old and her energy has been a steadily decreasing, but upon entering the property and starting to explore I saw her run with more speed and excitement than I’ve seen from her in years!! My heart was so happy.
It’s a very wild property once you start going down hill, so I’d recommend higher mud boots if you have them. We walked the perimeter and found the trails. My dogs are trail dogs so they were in absolutely heaven with all the branches and leaves and ferns creating such a beautiful space for discovery!
The entire property is very securely fenced, but my dogs did manage to find the one weak spot which is a medium sized drain pipe on that goes under the road and over to the other property. I alerted David to it and he said he would secure it.
Highly highly hiiiighly recommend for any dogs but especially high energy sniffers 😊
David's 3 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Issaquah | Sniffspot
55Natural and interesting space for dogs to explore and discover in the forest. My dogs did not get dirty although it has been dry and so wasn’t muddy. Having available fresh water for the dogs was a pleasant treat. Recommend. Nancy S.
Nancy S.
June 2023
Natural and interesting space for dogs to explore and discover in the forest. My dogs did not get dirty although it has been dry and so wasn’t muddy. Having available fresh water for the dogs was a pleasant treat. Recommend.
David's 3 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Issaquah | Sniffspot
55We had a great time--dogs and humans! Lots of paths to bound around on and an upper grassy area. Our Husky was happy to take a dip in one of the troughs for cool off after. Sarah H.
Sarah H.
June 2023
We had a great time--dogs and humans! Lots of paths to bound around on and an upper grassy area. Our Husky was happy to take a dip in one of the troughs for cool off after.
David's 3 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Issaquah | Sniffspot
55Great spot with lots to explore. David was a lovely host and even got his quad bike out to look for one of our dogs who was reluctant to leave!Kate O.
Kate O.
September 2023
Great spot with lots to explore. David was a lovely host and even got his quad bike out to look for one of our dogs who was reluctant to leave!
David's 3 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Issaquah | Sniffspot
55What a wonderful spot! David was very welcoming, made sure we had an overview of the layout of the property, and greeted us promptly. Olive and Tilda had a total blast and loved romping through all the trails and foliage. We'll definitely visit again! Kate B.
Kate B.
October 2023
What a wonderful spot! David was very welcoming, made sure we had an overview of the layout of the property, and greeted us promptly. Olive and Tilda had a total blast and loved romping through all the trails and foliage. We'll definitely visit again!
David's 3 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Issaquah | Sniffspot
55Our dogs loved this place. Lots of wild forest to wander as well as a nice upper treed area that was more open. I'm not sure how we'll handle the dirt hill entrance to the lower area in the rain, but I'm looking forward to trying it out! David was very friendly and helpful.Rebecca D.
Rebecca D.
October 2023
Our dogs loved this place. Lots of wild forest to wander as well as a nice upper treed area that was more open. I'm not sure how we'll handle the dirt hill entrance to the lower area in the rain, but I'm looking forward to trying it out! David was very friendly and helpful.
David's 3 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Issaquah | Sniffspot
55Wonderful host! He was ready to open the gate for us and tell us a bit about the property. Mine and my friend's dogs had an amazing time exploring all the woodsy trails ! Tain R.
Tain R.
November 2023
Wonderful host! He was ready to open the gate for us and tell us a bit about the property. Mine and my friend's dogs had an amazing time exploring all the woodsy trails !
David's 3 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Issaquah | Sniffspot
55David is a fantastic host, very considerate and helpful. This SniffSpot has lots of wonderful trees and is on a hillside, so much of it is on a grade. There are three or so different areas - a flat, grassy spot; an area above the home, and a "wilder" area below the home with a trail. There are blackberries and nettles, but when I was there, David was doing a great job keeping them down. We had a lovely time and my dog loved it!Wimsey C.
Wimsey C.
August 2022
David is a fantastic host, very considerate and helpful. This SniffSpot has lots of wonderful trees and is on a hillside, so much of it is on a grade. There are three or so different areas - a flat, grassy spot; an area above the home, and a "wilder" area below the home with a trail. There are blackberries and nettles, but when I was there, David was doing a great job keeping them down. We had a lovely time and my dog loved it!
Dog Nirvana in Maple Valley - 10 plus acres fully fenced! | Sniffspot
55A fabulous Sniffspot! We have added this to our list of favorites. The description is very accurate - the property consists of a number of interconnected horse pastures and the outer rim of the property is entirely fenced. The description indicates the fencing is 4 feet high but it appeared to me that most or all of it was closer to 5 feet. The entire property is very well manicured and very walkable, although there is one hilly pasture which would be great for wearing out a ball obsessed dog. Speaking of which, Labradors (and other water obsessed dogs) will adore this Sniffspot. It has two ponds - large enough to swim in and play the ever popular fetch. There are also a couple docks that would allow for any dock diving dogs to have a blast. We visited on a rainy day, but in the dry, warm weather the the ponds’ “beach front” areas will be a strong attraction for humans too as they can lounge in the provided Adirondack chairs. There is one additional water feature - a creek - at the back of the property too. Overall, it is a beautiful park like setting and my dog ran back and forth and all around the whole time we were there.
Laurie was a warm, welcoming host too. I received a message from her immediately upon making the reservation and I learned she has a reactive dog too. This made me feel comfortable from the start as she understands well the need for a private, secure place for reactive dogs. She kept hers inside and crated during our visit and we never even heard any barking. In addition, she has horses but keeps them securely in the barn during Sniffspot visits.
Overall, we had a blast and plan to come back often. Highly recommended for reactive dogs and all others. Thanks Laurie for sharing this property with the Sniffspot community!Bonnie B.
Bonnie B.
February 2021
A fabulous Sniffspot! We have added this to our list of favorites. The description is very accurate - the property consists of a number of interconnected horse pastures and the outer rim of the property is entirely fenced. The description indicates the fencing is 4 feet high but it appeared to me that most or all of it was closer to 5 feet. The entire property is very well manicured and very walkable, although there is one hilly pasture which would be great for wearing out a ball obsessed dog. Speaking of which, Labradors (and other water obsessed dogs) will adore this Sniffspot. It has two ponds - large enough to swim in and play the ever popular fetch. There are also a couple docks that would allow for any dock diving dogs to have a blast. We visited on a rainy day, but in the dry, warm weather the the ponds’ “beach front” areas will be a strong attraction for humans too as they can lounge in the provided Adirondack chairs. There is one additional water feature - a creek - at the back of the property too. Overall, it is a beautiful park like setting and my dog ran back and forth and all around the whole time we were there.
Laurie was a warm, welcoming host too. I received a message from her immediately upon making the reservation and I learned she has a reactive dog too. This made me feel comfortable from the start as she understands well the need for a private, secure place for reactive dogs. She kept hers inside and crated during our visit and we never even heard any barking. In addition, she has horses but keeps them securely in the barn during Sniffspot visits.
Overall, we had a blast and plan to come back often. Highly recommended for reactive dogs and all others. Thanks Laurie for sharing this property with the Sniffspot community!
Dog Nirvana in Maple Valley - 10 plus acres fully fenced! | Sniffspot
55A wonderful experience in a beautiful park like setting! Laurie is such a wonderful hostess! Very safe for the dogs! For me and my dogs, this is perfect!Alice W.
Alice W.
February 2021
A wonderful experience in a beautiful park like setting! Laurie is such a wonderful hostess! Very safe for the dogs! For me and my dogs, this is perfect!
Dog Nirvana in Maple Valley - 10 plus acres fully fenced! | Sniffspot
55All I can add to the earlier, accurate reviews is that this Sniffspot is heavenly! Our dogs had a fabulous time, pretending to be racehorses on the lovely pasture land and around the fences. The hounds don't care for water, but had great fun checking out the rushes at the shore. Great host, super communication, and a lovely Sniffspot. Thank you Laurie!Susan A.
Susan A.
February 2021
All I can add to the earlier, accurate reviews is that this Sniffspot is heavenly! Our dogs had a fabulous time, pretending to be racehorses on the lovely pasture land and around the fences. The hounds don't care for water, but had great fun checking out the rushes at the shore. Great host, super communication, and a lovely Sniffspot. Thank you Laurie!
Dog Nirvana in Maple Valley - 10 plus acres fully fenced! | Sniffspot
55Best Sniffspot we've been to! It's so beautiful and pristine. Our dogs loved swimming in the 2 ponds on the property, and we loved being there to watch them romp and play.
Horseback riders are nearby, so we diverted the dogs' attention, and two big loose dogs came barking at the owner's gate, but our dogs were non-reactive, so there was no drama.
We can't wait to go back! Deborah P.
Deborah P.
February 2021
Best Sniffspot we've been to! It's so beautiful and pristine. Our dogs loved swimming in the 2 ponds on the property, and we loved being there to watch them romp and play.
Horseback riders are nearby, so we diverted the dogs' attention, and two big loose dogs came barking at the owner's gate, but our dogs were non-reactive, so there was no drama.
We can't wait to go back!
Dog Nirvana in Maple Valley - 10 plus acres fully fenced! | Sniffspot
55The best spot ever! My dog had so much fun running around the property. Very well kept and secure. I have a reactive dog and felt secure letting him roam freely. We’ll definitely be back! Ann C.
Ann C.
February 2021
The best spot ever! My dog had so much fun running around the property. Very well kept and secure. I have a reactive dog and felt secure letting him roam freely. We’ll definitely be back!
Dog Nirvana in Maple Valley - 10 plus acres fully fenced! | Sniffspot
55Laurie's property is absolutely beautiful and she is a wonderful host! My dog was in heaven tearing around the pastures, jumping into the pond, and exploring all of the smells - pure doggie joy! The property is enclosed just as described and is very safe and peaceful. Thank you for providing such an amazing spot and for making my dog's whole week! We will definitely be back!Sarah K.
Sarah K.
February 2021
Laurie's property is absolutely beautiful and she is a wonderful host! My dog was in heaven tearing around the pastures, jumping into the pond, and exploring all of the smells - pure doggie joy! The property is enclosed just as described and is very safe and peaceful. Thank you for providing such an amazing spot and for making my dog's whole week! We will definitely be back!
How do Ellensburg's private dog fields 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 Ellensburg dog fields
Are dog fields safe?
If you are looking for an adventure, but also looking for safety, Sniffspot dog fields are a great option. While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, distracted dog owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private space for just you and doggy friends you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). Especially for training, privacy is ideal. Contrary to public dog parks, all Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog for off leash exercise or outdoor training. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars, while public dog parks often do not even have verified reviews. All payment is done securely online by credit card in a few simple clicks.
All park rental information is available online. Start by filtering parks by fencing, size and distractions, to find a private spot that works for your dog. If your dog has poor recall, you can visit one of our secure fields. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog fields where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can review the details of the listing to make sure it works as your desired activity space, for example, safe dog exercise, dog training, a stress-free adventure with your furry friend or even a puppy event. You can even check the park amenities chart for amenities such as indoor training facilities, agility field, synthetic turf, exercise balls or field parking availability in advance. If inclement weather is an issue or poor field conditions, you can reschedule your visit up to 2 hours in advance.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog field?
We require that all four-legged friends 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. Make sure to check host rules before visiting to ensure, for instance, that you are following allowable sports activities rules and any special events rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot field at the same time as me?
No. Facility rentals are for private play time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the area during visits, so this is perfect for a private adventure for you and your doggie friends, and perhaps a human friend. Hosts understand that many guests have dogs in training and are nervous owners. So when you book a Sniffspot dog field you have the entire private spot to yourself. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between time slots so you will not run into other guest dogs or a previous person when coming or leaving in the field parking area. Some hosts may have multiple fields, but there is always a buffer between fields.