55Wonderful spot. We went in the morning. The trails were well marked, shaded, and had access to water. Most importantly the dogs had a great time!Katie F.
Katie F.
July 2024
Wonderful spot. We went in the morning. The trails were well marked, shaded, and had access to water. Most importantly the dogs had a great time!
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55This is the perfect mix of terrain and water. Two ponds and lots of shade make it great for the hot weather. The areas for the humans are thoughtful and well marked. I highly recommend this place!Lisette D.
Lisette D.
July 2024
This is the perfect mix of terrain and water. Two ponds and lots of shade make it great for the hot weather. The areas for the humans are thoughtful and well marked. I highly recommend this place!
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55The best Sniffspot location we’ve been to so far! The place had towels, bug spray, balls for us and was so well thought out with all the signs. The trail is nicely shaded and has a pond. Our dogs enjoyed running around and jumping on stumps Arisa J.
Arisa J.
July 2024
The best Sniffspot location we’ve been to so far! The place had towels, bug spray, balls for us and was so well thought out with all the signs. The trail is nicely shaded and has a pond. Our dogs enjoyed running around and jumping on stumps
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55Very nice, private spot. Our dogs loved running around and exploring. The signage was really nice to know where public lands were versus the sniffspot. Also really appreciated the bug spray left at a couple of different locations. So many nice touches along the way like the towels in the parking lot to dry the dogs off before they got in the car, water source and dishes for the dogs to drink clean water, balls for playing fetch, and garbage cans. Even a dog life jacket by one of the ponds! Andrea N.
Andrea N.
July 2024
Very nice, private spot. Our dogs loved running around and exploring. The signage was really nice to know where public lands were versus the sniffspot. Also really appreciated the bug spray left at a couple of different locations. So many nice touches along the way like the towels in the parking lot to dry the dogs off before they got in the car, water source and dishes for the dogs to drink clean water, balls for playing fetch, and garbage cans. Even a dog life jacket by one of the ponds!
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55Gorgeous, clean, fun, expansive slice of heaven! The hosts were incredibly thoughtful and generous with clean towels, toys, bug spray and fresh water and water bowl. Wonderful areas of seating everywhere. And then there is the beautiful, extensive, well-maintained trail system with open fields. Lots of wonderful shade with gorgeous flowers everywhere.
Can’t say enough positive things about Black Pond Farm! Your dogs are going to sleep well after a visit (you will too)! Treating your pups to Black Pond Farm is a fitting way to thank thank them for all the joy that they bring💙.R W.
R W.
July 2024
Gorgeous, clean, fun, expansive slice of heaven! The hosts were incredibly thoughtful and generous with clean towels, toys, bug spray and fresh water and water bowl. Wonderful areas of seating everywhere. And then there is the beautiful, extensive, well-maintained trail system with open fields. Lots of wonderful shade with gorgeous flowers everywhere.
Can’t say enough positive things about Black Pond Farm! Your dogs are going to sleep well after a visit (you will too)! Treating your pups to Black Pond Farm is a fitting way to thank thank them for all the joy that they bring💙.
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55My elderly Pyrenees loved it here! Little hills but she did them just fine. She couldn’t get in the water due to her injury right now but, boy did she want to! We will be back! Janessa C.
Janessa C.
July 2024
My elderly Pyrenees loved it here! Little hills but she did them just fine. She couldn’t get in the water due to her injury right now but, boy did she want to! We will be back!
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55Amazing place! Definitely not fully fenced with easy access for dogs to go off trail into the forest, gave us a good recall test for our husky mix pup, but she never went too far and boy did she have the time of her life!!! Beautiful property, great clear signage of where to go and where not to go, I wish it was fully fenced somehow to ease my mind, but regardless will absolutely be coming back and highly recommend even keeping your pup on a long line leash if poor recall! Best sniff spot I’ve been to yet! Katrina S.
Katrina S.
June 2024
Amazing place! Definitely not fully fenced with easy access for dogs to go off trail into the forest, gave us a good recall test for our husky mix pup, but she never went too far and boy did she have the time of her life!!! Beautiful property, great clear signage of where to go and where not to go, I wish it was fully fenced somehow to ease my mind, but regardless will absolutely be coming back and highly recommend even keeping your pup on a long line leash if poor recall! Best sniff spot I’ve been to yet!
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55Great spot! Excellent signage to follow so you know where to go and where not to go. I almost missed the extra trails off of the property because we took a different path, but I found it upon further investigation. The property has lovely spots and amenities provided, and you could spend hours exploring beyond the property. I’d definitely like to come back!Tracie H.
Tracie H.
June 2024
Great spot! Excellent signage to follow so you know where to go and where not to go. I almost missed the extra trails off of the property because we took a different path, but I found it upon further investigation. The property has lovely spots and amenities provided, and you could spend hours exploring beyond the property. I’d definitely like to come back!
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55Lovely spot. There’s a little table and chairs where we had our picnic near the parking area. Then we hiked up to the zoomie area that had a picnic table and chairs as well as a lovely view of the pasture. Recommend taking your picnic up to the top of the trail. Thanks for sharing your spot with us. We will be back!Stefanie U.
Stefanie U.
June 2024
Lovely spot. There’s a little table and chairs where we had our picnic near the parking area. Then we hiked up to the zoomie area that had a picnic table and chairs as well as a lovely view of the pasture. Recommend taking your picnic up to the top of the trail. Thanks for sharing your spot with us. We will be back!
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55Very fun spot to visit! I just discovered my dog has elbow dysplasia so I have been looking for friendly spots to exercise him in the water! The pond is perfect! Thank you for sharing your property!Chelsey B.
Chelsey B.
June 2024
Very fun spot to visit! I just discovered my dog has elbow dysplasia so I have been looking for friendly spots to exercise him in the water! The pond is perfect! Thank you for sharing your property!
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55We had a wonderful time running on the trails and in the zoomie zone and swimming in the pond. Lots of thoughtful things like chairs, water, fire pit, covered table and toys. Tina P.
Tina P.
June 2024
We had a wonderful time running on the trails and in the zoomie zone and swimming in the pond. Lots of thoughtful things like chairs, water, fire pit, covered table and toys.
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55Absolutely the best! This was exactly what we were looking for. We have plenty of space for our large dogs to run but this place was beautiful and shady and had water spots for them to play in…all within a short walk through the woods. One of our dogs has bad hips but she was even able to make it. Perfection! 🌟 Thank you, we will definitely be back!Candace K.
Candace K.
June 2024
Absolutely the best! This was exactly what we were looking for. We have plenty of space for our large dogs to run but this place was beautiful and shady and had water spots for them to play in…all within a short walk through the woods. One of our dogs has bad hips but she was even able to make it. Perfection! 🌟 Thank you, we will definitely be back!
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55Great stretch of woods to wander and sniff with a nice set up at the end of the trail. There’s a good open area with grass to run & fetch! The property backs up to DNR land that isn’t fully fenced, so good recall was a must for us with the woodland critters.Rebekah B.
Rebekah B.
June 2024
Great stretch of woods to wander and sniff with a nice set up at the end of the trail. There’s a good open area with grass to run & fetch! The property backs up to DNR land that isn’t fully fenced, so good recall was a must for us with the woodland critters.
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55Incredible! I booked this spot specifically for access to the ponds and they did not disappoint! River is still learning how to swim and this was a great place to explore. Club Zoomies is a fun spot too! Cannot say enough good things. Heylie H.
Heylie H.
June 2024
Incredible! I booked this spot specifically for access to the ponds and they did not disappoint! River is still learning how to swim and this was a great place to explore. Club Zoomies is a fun spot too! Cannot say enough good things.
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55This was a wonderful spot! My dog is dog reactive so going for a hike is not really in the cards for her, but she is an outdoorsy pup who loves to explore and sniff. This was the perfect way to satisfy her desire to explore in a safe way. She had a great time and her humans did too. This is well taken care of spot with clear signage. Thanks for letting us stop by! (:Paula B.
Paula B.
May 2024
This was a wonderful spot! My dog is dog reactive so going for a hike is not really in the cards for her, but she is an outdoorsy pup who loves to explore and sniff. This was the perfect way to satisfy her desire to explore in a safe way. She had a great time and her humans did too. This is well taken care of spot with clear signage. Thanks for letting us stop by! (:
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55New favorite spot! Beautifully maintained and so much variety. The dog loved zooming through the forest rails and then playing frisbee in the field. Kayleigh K.
Kayleigh K.
May 2024
New favorite spot! Beautifully maintained and so much variety. The dog loved zooming through the forest rails and then playing frisbee in the field.
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55Our two German shepherds had a blast on the hiking trails, playing fetch at Club Zoomies, and swimming in the pond. The signage around the property was great, and there were toys and towels available to borrow. We’d love to visit again!LaDonna H.
LaDonna H.
May 2024
Our two German shepherds had a blast on the hiking trails, playing fetch at Club Zoomies, and swimming in the pond. The signage around the property was great, and there were toys and towels available to borrow. We’d love to visit again!
How do Nelson'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 Nelson 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 Nelson 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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