55Awesome area to walk around and let the dogs explore, natural property, easy to find, lots of snow Jan 7 2023. Loved it, brought 4 dogs with us. Madison M.
Madison M.
January 2023
Awesome area to walk around and let the dogs explore, natural property, easy to find, lots of snow Jan 7 2023. Loved it, brought 4 dogs with us.
55This was heaven for my dog who loves sticks. There is so much space to run, it’s free from the noise of traffic or other dogs and they can just run to their heart’s content. We had a great time.Grace V.
Grace V.
January 2023
This was heaven for my dog who loves sticks. There is so much space to run, it’s free from the noise of traffic or other dogs and they can just run to their heart’s content. We had a great time.
55This was my first time using sniff spots and I had a great experience. Carol was very accommodating, and the place was a dreamland for my dogs to explore. Thanks so much River M.
River M.
February 2023
This was my first time using sniff spots and I had a great experience. Carol was very accommodating, and the place was a dreamland for my dogs to explore. Thanks so much
55Such a unique opportunity to be able to roam and play on this beautiful and rugged property in the forest and foothills! Super easy to get to, but the driveway is a little secluded and easy to miss. The long winding driveway is also 50% ice packed right now. We will definitely be back when we have more beautiful days like today.Cale B.
Cale B.
February 2023
Such a unique opportunity to be able to roam and play on this beautiful and rugged property in the forest and foothills! Super easy to get to, but the driveway is a little secluded and easy to miss. The long winding driveway is also 50% ice packed right now. We will definitely be back when we have more beautiful days like today.
55We had a great time; lots of space to explore and still plenty of snow for our snow loving pup. Good variety of terrain, secluded with lots of trees, and beautiful scenery. Thankful that the owner is sharing this amazing location!Jessica G.
Jessica G.
February 2023
We had a great time; lots of space to explore and still plenty of snow for our snow loving pup. Good variety of terrain, secluded with lots of trees, and beautiful scenery. Thankful that the owner is sharing this amazing location!
55Had a blast exploring the property and walking the driveway. It’s a bumpy switchback driveway up to the house, which was no problem for my Subaru but all wheel drive is def recommended. Carol was very informative and great with communicating. I parked by the house and explored the rugged hillsides with my dog. She loved zooming around in the patches of deep snow. The driveway was also a good work out to walk up! Beautiful property, will definitely be back. Shelby K.
Shelby K.
March 2023
Had a blast exploring the property and walking the driveway. It’s a bumpy switchback driveway up to the house, which was no problem for my Subaru but all wheel drive is def recommended. Carol was very informative and great with communicating. I parked by the house and explored the rugged hillsides with my dog. She loved zooming around in the patches of deep snow. The driveway was also a good work out to walk up! Beautiful property, will definitely be back.
55We had such a fun time at Carol’s property! Our dog roamed freely and enjoyed being able to spend time in nature off leash. Far enough to get out of the city but not a bad drive. Deborah S.
Deborah S.
March 2023
We had such a fun time at Carol’s property! Our dog roamed freely and enjoyed being able to spend time in nature off leash. Far enough to get out of the city but not a bad drive.
55What a wonderful spot!!! Absolutely beautiful with lots of space to roam, sniff, and be a dog! Carol is such a thoughtful, responsive, and accommodating host. It’s not easy to find mountain spots for my reactive pup to explore without the pressure of dogs and people. We’ll definitely be back! Amy B.
Amy B.
March 2023
What a wonderful spot!!! Absolutely beautiful with lots of space to roam, sniff, and be a dog! Carol is such a thoughtful, responsive, and accommodating host. It’s not easy to find mountain spots for my reactive pup to explore without the pressure of dogs and people. We’ll definitely be back!
55Awesome spot for my reactive dog! Wanted to get out of the denver heat and he was thrilled to roll around in some snow! Plenty of sticks to play fetch! Bring water and everything is great! We’ll be back❤️Kristin W.
Kristin W.
April 2023
Awesome spot for my reactive dog! Wanted to get out of the denver heat and he was thrilled to roll around in some snow! Plenty of sticks to play fetch! Bring water and everything is great! We’ll be back❤️
55Carol's spot is a great place to get away from the city and enjoy fresh mountain air in a wooded environment. The driveway up to the property is rough in spots as she mentions in her description, though really should be ok for almost any vehicle in dry conditions. Once you park and walk to the top of the hill there is ample area that is not so steep for dogs to run and sniff. The spot is not fenced so having a good "check-in" command to bring your dog back towards you is a good idea. Carol's spot is a place that I will visit again to simply relax and enjoy nature with my dogs. They loved the new smells! Jon S.
Jon S.
April 2023
Carol's spot is a great place to get away from the city and enjoy fresh mountain air in a wooded environment. The driveway up to the property is rough in spots as she mentions in her description, though really should be ok for almost any vehicle in dry conditions. Once you park and walk to the top of the hill there is ample area that is not so steep for dogs to run and sniff. The spot is not fenced so having a good "check-in" command to bring your dog back towards you is a good idea. Carol's spot is a place that I will visit again to simply relax and enjoy nature with my dogs. They loved the new smells!
55This spot was truly magical. The ground was spongy with a thick layer of pine needles, quieting our footfall. Whenever we stopped moving, everything fell silent. I am working on off leash training with my puppy but finding off leash open space without a bunch of other dogs (who are not exactly helpful for training!) is not easy. This place is exactly what I wanted! I will definitely be coming back!
This spot is obviously visited by lots of wildlife and has lots of wildlife scat. Either have a strong “leave it” or be comfortable with some poop eating. But what do you expect for wilderness?Melissa F.
Melissa F.
April 2023
This spot was truly magical. The ground was spongy with a thick layer of pine needles, quieting our footfall. Whenever we stopped moving, everything fell silent. I am working on off leash training with my puppy but finding off leash open space without a bunch of other dogs (who are not exactly helpful for training!) is not easy. This place is exactly what I wanted! I will definitely be coming back!
This spot is obviously visited by lots of wildlife and has lots of wildlife scat. Either have a strong “leave it” or be comfortable with some poop eating. But what do you expect for wilderness?
55Absolutely beautiful! The drive there was amazing along with the wonderful land for our dogs to run and play! We also enjoyed trying out the agility equipment with our pups! Overall amazing experience! Would definitely recommend! Sara G.
Sara G.
December 2023
Absolutely beautiful! The drive there was amazing along with the wonderful land for our dogs to run and play! We also enjoyed trying out the agility equipment with our pups! Overall amazing experience! Would definitely recommend!
55A visit to this spot was the perfect way to kick off the new year for our pup. He loved exploring in the snow and playing on the agility equipment. Can’t wait for our next visit!Lisa G.
Lisa G.
January 2024
A visit to this spot was the perfect way to kick off the new year for our pup. He loved exploring in the snow and playing on the agility equipment. Can’t wait for our next visit!
55Such an awesome experience! The dogs had an absolute BLAST! Everything was very tidy and user friendly and I felt totally confident in the fencing. Can’t want to come back!Emily A.
Emily A.
January 2024
Such an awesome experience! The dogs had an absolute BLAST! Everything was very tidy and user friendly and I felt totally confident in the fencing. Can’t want to come back!
55Fantastic time at this spot! Directions to the spot were super accurate, it was fun to have access to the agility course (I have a tiny one for our backyard but this one is “actual size”), and the hillside and trees were beautiful and fun to explore. Alison C.
Alison C.
January 2024
Fantastic time at this spot! Directions to the spot were super accurate, it was fun to have access to the agility course (I have a tiny one for our backyard but this one is “actual size”), and the hillside and trees were beautiful and fun to explore.
55Loved this spot. Ground was covered in snow but the dogs had a great time. I’m sure the seating areas are amazing in the summer. The area is huge and we didn’t even have enough time to see all of it - bring hiking or good outdoor shoes. The drive can be a little confusing but if you read the instructions you should be fine. Will definitely try to make it back here again. Raeseana P.
Raeseana P.
January 2024
Loved this spot. Ground was covered in snow but the dogs had a great time. I’m sure the seating areas are amazing in the summer. The area is huge and we didn’t even have enough time to see all of it - bring hiking or good outdoor shoes. The drive can be a little confusing but if you read the instructions you should be fine. Will definitely try to make it back here again.
55perfect place for my dog’s first time in deep snow. He had a great time following his nose around and playing in snow, I appreciate not having to worry he’ll wander off too far.Jane H.
Jane H.
January 2024
perfect place for my dog’s first time in deep snow. He had a great time following his nose around and playing in snow, I appreciate not having to worry he’ll wander off too far.
55Amazing spot for my reactive dog to roam free without any worries. We had fun rolling in the snow, running through the woods, and playing with the toys and on the agility equipment. We will definitely be back!J&S B.
J&S B.
January 2024
Amazing spot for my reactive dog to roam free without any worries. We had fun rolling in the snow, running through the woods, and playing with the toys and on the agility equipment. We will definitely be back!
55We had an absolutely wonderful time! Although out of the way from Lakewood, so worth it for the peacefulness and privateness of the space. A nice afternoon getaway. The agility course + snow + scenery it can’t get any better! We will definitely be back!Isabella G.
Isabella G.
January 2024
We had an absolutely wonderful time! Although out of the way from Lakewood, so worth it for the peacefulness and privateness of the space. A nice afternoon getaway. The agility course + snow + scenery it can’t get any better! We will definitely be back!
How do Idaho Springs'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
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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 Idaho Springs 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. 97% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Idaho Springs 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 186 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 22 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 Idaho Springs have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 186 fully fenced dog parks in or near Idaho Springs. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Idaho Springs?
The Idaho Springs area has 3 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 Country Run's 58 Acre Private Ranch In Conifer.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Idaho Springs?