55This was a great spot for the whole family! Fantastic host! Very friendly and inviting. Had swings for my 2 year old daughter to enjoy while our dog got to run around and play fetch. Pool was super nice for him to cool down in and the yard was clean! He was even able to hide under the trampoline to get some relief from the sun. Nick W.
Nick W.
July 2024
This was a great spot for the whole family! Fantastic host! Very friendly and inviting. Had swings for my 2 year old daughter to enjoy while our dog got to run around and play fetch. Pool was super nice for him to cool down in and the yard was clean! He was even able to hide under the trampoline to get some relief from the sun.
55My dog really enjoyed this yard! There was a lot to sniff and explore. The yard is so large and has so much going on that at times I lost sight of my dog! But I wasn’t worried because of the solid fencing all around, which is great. My dog loved the shaded area by the water and I enjoyed sitting on the patio. Host was very thoughtful to let me know about available street parking ahead of time. We will be back!Jane P.
Jane P.
July 2024
My dog really enjoyed this yard! There was a lot to sniff and explore. The yard is so large and has so much going on that at times I lost sight of my dog! But I wasn’t worried because of the solid fencing all around, which is great. My dog loved the shaded area by the water and I enjoyed sitting on the patio. Host was very thoughtful to let me know about available street parking ahead of time. We will be back!
55Hoss was a great host, and my dog had a wonderful time. Lotsa sniffs, the tub cooled my dog off, and he was very excited to be running around without a leash on. The plants there are beautiful too!Sari K.
Sari K.
July 2024
Hoss was a great host, and my dog had a wonderful time. Lotsa sniffs, the tub cooled my dog off, and he was very excited to be running around without a leash on. The plants there are beautiful too!
55Had such a great time at Hoss’s backyard! So much space, lots of nooks and crannies to sniff and plenty of shade for a hot day. The host, Chris, was super friendly and checked in when we got there to make sure we had what we needed. Even left a fresh bowl of water out. Will definitely become a frequent spot for us, hoping Willow eventually learns how much she’d love the pool! Amanda T.
Amanda T.
August 2024
Had such a great time at Hoss’s backyard! So much space, lots of nooks and crannies to sniff and plenty of shade for a hot day. The host, Chris, was super friendly and checked in when we got there to make sure we had what we needed. Even left a fresh bowl of water out. Will definitely become a frequent spot for us, hoping Willow eventually learns how much she’d love the pool!
55Loved this spot and is relatively close to me. It's about twice the size of a typical Chicago backyard and you can tell it's loved. Lots of toys and chews around and parking is super easy. Also room for my dog to chase birds and squirrels so super fun.
If your dog is sensitive to other dogs barking there could be an issue because we heard like four different dogs bark but no dogs are visible.Julia Z.
Julia Z.
August 2024
Loved this spot and is relatively close to me. It's about twice the size of a typical Chicago backyard and you can tell it's loved. Lots of toys and chews around and parking is super easy. Also room for my dog to chase birds and squirrels so super fun.
If your dog is sensitive to other dogs barking there could be an issue because we heard like four different dogs bark but no dogs are visible.
55Perfect spot for an afternoon play date! Our dogs loved sniffing around the trees and tall flowers. There’s shade and Chris even provided two different seating options (lounge chairs for relaxing and a patio table/chairs for some laptop work). Water bowl was fresh/ready and our pups swam too. There are neighbor dogs next door and in the distance that are chatty, our dogs definitely enjoyed the conversation. Not a problem for us, but may be helpful to know for other pups. 10/10 from our side, we’ll be back! Katie G.
Katie G.
August 2024
Perfect spot for an afternoon play date! Our dogs loved sniffing around the trees and tall flowers. There’s shade and Chris even provided two different seating options (lounge chairs for relaxing and a patio table/chairs for some laptop work). Water bowl was fresh/ready and our pups swam too. There are neighbor dogs next door and in the distance that are chatty, our dogs definitely enjoyed the conversation. Not a problem for us, but may be helpful to know for other pups. 10/10 from our side, we’ll be back!
55Once again Hoss’s place saved us ! Our 3 girls were crazy today and this Sniff spot was just what we (mom and dad) needed to get them the outlet they needed! Plenty of room to run around and do their own thing- sniffing, hunting, ball chasing , the pool to cool off and to play with water and THE most friendly hosts. Chris is always so kind but today we had the pleasure of meeting the family !! Home 5 minutes and 2 are already asleep👏🏻🙌🏻👏🏻🙌🏻Nancy M.
Nancy M.
August 2024
Once again Hoss’s place saved us ! Our 3 girls were crazy today and this Sniff spot was just what we (mom and dad) needed to get them the outlet they needed! Plenty of room to run around and do their own thing- sniffing, hunting, ball chasing , the pool to cool off and to play with water and THE most friendly hosts. Chris is always so kind but today we had the pleasure of meeting the family !! Home 5 minutes and 2 are already asleep👏🏻🙌🏻👏🏻🙌🏻
55What a great yard! So much sniffing and running around to be had, my dog absolutely loved it. Host was very friendly and kind - will definitely be back! Amanda H.
Amanda H.
August 2024
What a great yard! So much sniffing and running around to be had, my dog absolutely loved it. Host was very friendly and kind - will definitely be back!
55Another dog-triffic spot
There had been a light rain early morning but the cedar people furniture was dry. For Tess the grounds were ripe for scents and hiding spots. A long galley like yard with a big tree the squirrel was yelling at Tess from. Cool , well built tree house in the tree.
Thanks to the host, he signed the entrance. Lotsa parking in the area. Quiet and cozy with the sun stream through the sky.
Stay tuned.
Teresa M.
Teresa M.
October 2024
Another dog-triffic spot
There had been a light rain early morning but the cedar people furniture was dry. For Tess the grounds were ripe for scents and hiding spots. A long galley like yard with a big tree the squirrel was yelling at Tess from. Cool , well built tree house in the tree.
Thanks to the host, he signed the entrance. Lotsa parking in the area. Quiet and cozy with the sun stream through the sky.
Stay tuned.
Tim's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Evanston | Sniffspot
55A great new spot in the neighborhood! Plenty to sniff, large area to run around and host left water which was a nice touch. Willow left exhausted and will definitely be excited to go back. Amanda T.
Amanda T.
October 2024
A great new spot in the neighborhood! Plenty to sniff, large area to run around and host left water which was a nice touch. Willow left exhausted and will definitely be excited to go back.
Tim's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Evanston | Sniffspot
55Tim’s yard is well lit, decorated, and spacious for even my big Apollo to sniff around and enjoy a crisp fall night. He’s friendly, quick to reply, and his house is easy to find. The tall privacy fence is great for reactive dogs like mine. Check it out! We’ll be back!Chrissy B.
Chrissy B.
October 2024
Tim’s yard is well lit, decorated, and spacious for even my big Apollo to sniff around and enjoy a crisp fall night. He’s friendly, quick to reply, and his house is easy to find. The tall privacy fence is great for reactive dogs like mine. Check it out! We’ll be back!
Tim's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Evanston | Sniffspot
55What a great yard! It’s really long, which is great for throwing a ball around and having your dogs run a lot and get the great exercise that they need.Coco Nicole C.
Coco Nicole C.
October 2024
What a great yard! It’s really long, which is great for throwing a ball around and having your dogs run a lot and get the great exercise that they need.
Tim's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Evanston | Sniffspot
55Such a wonderful space! My pup loved it. He ran and played fetch to his heart’s content. Thank you so much for the bowl of cold water on this unusually hot October night. Can’t wait to return!
🐶🎾Monica P.
Monica P.
October 2024
Such a wonderful space! My pup loved it. He ran and played fetch to his heart’s content. Thank you so much for the bowl of cold water on this unusually hot October night. Can’t wait to return!
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Tim's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Evanston | Sniffspot
55Rented the yard to throw the ball with my dog. Great well maintained yard, quiet area, and large space. Definitely will be coming back. Kathryn M.
Kathryn M.
November 2024
Rented the yard to throw the ball with my dog. Great well maintained yard, quiet area, and large space. Definitely will be coming back.
How do Evanston'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 Evanston 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. 0% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Evanston 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 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 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.
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