55This spot is amazing! Our dogs had a blast running through the trees and bushes. It felt very good to know we were the only ones there and they were free to do what they pleased! In Spokane its hard to find good spots for your pups so this was a great discovery! We will be back(:Sofie P.
Sofie P.
November 2023
This spot is amazing! Our dogs had a blast running through the trees and bushes. It felt very good to know we were the only ones there and they were free to do what they pleased! In Spokane its hard to find good spots for your pups so this was a great discovery! We will be back(:
55I visited the dawn to dusk top dog vistas on Tuesday. Was not sure I would be able to get up the steep hill that others were commenting on but for me it was not as bad as i anticipated although still a very decent climb up. Well worth the climb as the view up top is beautiful and our two dogs we had with us just loved exploring and sniffing EVERYTHING!! There were plenty of water stations with fresh water and benches at each to sit down. Very clean also and towels were provided in parking lot area for the dogs
If there paws were muddy. Well worth the trip there. We will definitely be back. I have been at all three of their sniff spots and they are all well maintained and unique in their own way. We love them all !Kristina S.
Kristina S.
October 2023
I visited the dawn to dusk top dog vistas on Tuesday. Was not sure I would be able to get up the steep hill that others were commenting on but for me it was not as bad as i anticipated although still a very decent climb up. Well worth the climb as the view up top is beautiful and our two dogs we had with us just loved exploring and sniffing EVERYTHING!! There were plenty of water stations with fresh water and benches at each to sit down. Very clean also and towels were provided in parking lot area for the dogs
If there paws were muddy. Well worth the trip there. We will definitely be back. I have been at all three of their sniff spots and they are all well maintained and unique in their own way. We love them all !
55Indigo and Sterling had such an exciting time at the Top Dog Vista. They explored and discovered all sorts of scents, they are Weimaraner’s. They could have stayed there all day. We were so impressed with the trails and water availability. As other mentioned, the trail up to the Vista gate is steep. It was difficult for us to take our pups down the hill since they are leash pullers. We loved the Top Dog Vista.Patty F.
Patty F.
October 2023
Indigo and Sterling had such an exciting time at the Top Dog Vista. They explored and discovered all sorts of scents, they are Weimaraner’s. They could have stayed there all day. We were so impressed with the trails and water availability. As other mentioned, the trail up to the Vista gate is steep. It was difficult for us to take our pups down the hill since they are leash pullers. We loved the Top Dog Vista.
55Wow what an amazing place! The Top Dog Vistas area is huge and well maintained, with lots of places to sit, water available for the dogs, poop bags and trash cans. It is well secured with a fence all the way around so I felt completely safe. It definitely is a bit of a hike both for the dog and human, but the views from the top are beautiful! My dog absolutely loved running through the tall grass and got the zoomies running up and down the hill. This will definitely be a spot we come back to often!Ashley G.
Ashley G.
October 2023
Wow what an amazing place! The Top Dog Vistas area is huge and well maintained, with lots of places to sit, water available for the dogs, poop bags and trash cans. It is well secured with a fence all the way around so I felt completely safe. It definitely is a bit of a hike both for the dog and human, but the views from the top are beautiful! My dog absolutely loved running through the tall grass and got the zoomies running up and down the hill. This will definitely be a spot we come back to often!
55This was an amazing location, and the owners thought of everything. They had several seating areas, bags for disposing of waste and garbage cans throughout. Tremendous value for this location and worth the drive. We will come back they were amazing location. Be sure that you get the gate code so you can unlock the area that you are going into.John C.
John C.
November 2023
This was an amazing location, and the owners thought of everything. They had several seating areas, bags for disposing of waste and garbage cans throughout. Tremendous value for this location and worth the drive. We will come back they were amazing location. Be sure that you get the gate code so you can unlock the area that you are going into.
55This was absolutely perfect for my husky mix Hazel and I. It was my first time using the app and this place exceeded my expectations. We live in an apartment, so it’s not easy for us to find places she can safely run free. There were several toys, water stations, and so much room for her to run. It is a climb so be aware of that if you don’t typically hike. Overall, 10/10 experience, and we will definitely be back. Emily H.
Emily H.
November 2023
This was absolutely perfect for my husky mix Hazel and I. It was my first time using the app and this place exceeded my expectations. We live in an apartment, so it’s not easy for us to find places she can safely run free. There were several toys, water stations, and so much room for her to run. It is a climb so be aware of that if you don’t typically hike. Overall, 10/10 experience, and we will definitely be back.
55Very wide open area for your pups, but there is a steep slope to climb to get there. There's also another dog area adjacent to the path up to the top area which is good to be aware of if you have dogs that are reactive to other dogs. Overall a cool and large area.Patrick R.
Patrick R.
November 2023
Very wide open area for your pups, but there is a steep slope to climb to get there. There's also another dog area adjacent to the path up to the top area which is good to be aware of if you have dogs that are reactive to other dogs. Overall a cool and large area.
55Love the views and the hike up the hill. Such a great place to let your dog run and sniff while you take in the sights. Appreciated the benches to sit and relax while Beau explored and played. Helen H.
Helen H.
November 2023
Love the views and the hike up the hill. Such a great place to let your dog run and sniff while you take in the sights. Appreciated the benches to sit and relax while Beau explored and played.
55Awesome, secure, well kept, fully fenced, clean, a wonderful place to visit!
First time visiting this new area and the views are breathtaking! They're not kidding when they advise this spot is quite the workout (on the way up). You will be out of breath at times on this pleasant hike, so plan accordingly. If it has rained in any significant amount in the last day or so, wear Wellies/easily rinsed off boots. To avoid a slip and slide-experience on the trail (if muddy), just walk to the right or left of the beaten path where all the grass and brush provide traction. Won't be an issue in the snow. Love the picnic bench, and there are ample watering stations, poo-receptacles & resting places for people throughout. Also, a toy chest up top!
There are two pad locks when you reach the gate for this area after walking up the little hill from the parking area. One lock for the tractor to enter through and one for us people and our dogs, so be sure to look down and to your right for the padlock that accepts the given code for entry.
Thank you for putting so much of your time and money into making a lovely, well cared for and fun place for people and dogs to visit. The sheer number of fence post holes you had to dig around your property (on a crazy incline) to keep each of the three areas so safely fenced was alone, a huge sacrifice!
Thank you for spending your evenings reading these reviews (like you would your children's wishlist) and then happily undertaking new projects to fulfill them as you're able with your money and free time every week. You've made a special place, I'm grateful for the hard work and investment given here for 'strangers' who live in apartments like me to benefit from regularly. God must be up there preparing a special place for you both right now, in Heaven! Bless you, Rick & Carol, what a labor of love - thank you!!!Victoria B.
Victoria B.
November 2023
Awesome, secure, well kept, fully fenced, clean, a wonderful place to visit!
First time visiting this new area and the views are breathtaking! They're not kidding when they advise this spot is quite the workout (on the way up). You will be out of breath at times on this pleasant hike, so plan accordingly. If it has rained in any significant amount in the last day or so, wear Wellies/easily rinsed off boots. To avoid a slip and slide-experience on the trail (if muddy), just walk to the right or left of the beaten path where all the grass and brush provide traction. Won't be an issue in the snow. Love the picnic bench, and there are ample watering stations, poo-receptacles & resting places for people throughout. Also, a toy chest up top!
There are two pad locks when you reach the gate for this area after walking up the little hill from the parking area. One lock for the tractor to enter through and one for us people and our dogs, so be sure to look down and to your right for the padlock that accepts the given code for entry.
Thank you for putting so much of your time and money into making a lovely, well cared for and fun place for people and dogs to visit. The sheer number of fence post holes you had to dig around your property (on a crazy incline) to keep each of the three areas so safely fenced was alone, a huge sacrifice!
Thank you for spending your evenings reading these reviews (like you would your children's wishlist) and then happily undertaking new projects to fulfill them as you're able with your money and free time every week. You've made a special place, I'm grateful for the hard work and investment given here for 'strangers' who live in apartments like me to benefit from regularly. God must be up there preparing a special place for you both right now, in Heaven! Bless you, Rick & Carol, what a labor of love - thank you!!!
55Great sniff spot! A little muddy with all the rain we’ve been getting but the host put some wood chips down to make getting through the mud at the entrance easier! The dogs had a blast! Mackenzie M.
Mackenzie M.
November 2023
Great sniff spot! A little muddy with all the rain we’ve been getting but the host put some wood chips down to make getting through the mud at the entrance easier! The dogs had a blast!
55Went to top vista today and it was magnificent. I so appreciate all the time work and money carol and rick put into these wonderful spots for dogs.BRAVO. Again. Thank you both so very much. Bo and Jax had a wonderful time and now are exhausted. 🌈Lisa S.
Lisa S.
November 2023
Went to top vista today and it was magnificent. I so appreciate all the time work and money carol and rick put into these wonderful spots for dogs.BRAVO. Again. Thank you both so very much. Bo and Jax had a wonderful time and now are exhausted. 🌈
55So pretty & awesome for the all the dogs! Will definitely be back! Easy to access & lots of good variety of ball throwing open spaces & trees for smells! Kellie I.
Kellie I.
November 2023
So pretty & awesome for the all the dogs! Will definitely be back! Easy to access & lots of good variety of ball throwing open spaces & trees for smells!
55We had a great time. I loved climbing the steep hill to a private little wooded area. Peaceful for me, so fun for my girl. We’ll be back often. Jacquelyn B.
Jacquelyn B.
November 2023
We had a great time. I loved climbing the steep hill to a private little wooded area. Peaceful for me, so fun for my girl. We’ll be back often.
55First time ever using SniffSpot and loved it!! Beautiful place to bring the dogs, good signage and great views! Will definitely be coming back often! I have a not so friendly shepherd mix and it was great for him to be able to run off leash without having to worry about other dogs or people around! I now have 2 very tired pups! Rylie A.
Rylie A.
November 2023
First time ever using SniffSpot and loved it!! Beautiful place to bring the dogs, good signage and great views! Will definitely be coming back often! I have a not so friendly shepherd mix and it was great for him to be able to run off leash without having to worry about other dogs or people around! I now have 2 very tired pups!
55This is a great spot for curious dogs to explore to their hearts content. Our visit included me with 2 dogs and my sister with 1 along with my aunt. The views were spectacular on a crisp fall morning and the dogs all loved it! We all enjoyed being out in the fresh air getting some exercise in the perfect place for our furries babies to run free and sniff! Having benches to sit if the humans needed to rest was nice and plenty of trash cans to dispose of poop to keep the area clean. We look forward to coming here again!Gail S.
Gail S.
November 2023
This is a great spot for curious dogs to explore to their hearts content. Our visit included me with 2 dogs and my sister with 1 along with my aunt. The views were spectacular on a crisp fall morning and the dogs all loved it! We all enjoyed being out in the fresh air getting some exercise in the perfect place for our furries babies to run free and sniff! Having benches to sit if the humans needed to rest was nice and plenty of trash cans to dispose of poop to keep the area clean. We look forward to coming here again!
55What an amazing spot! My Husky was in his element, running back and forth, exploring every bush, tree, grassy area and fence trail. He had so much fun! I practiced the recall with him and he did really well. I will definitely use this Sniff Spot again. Valerie V.
Valerie V.
October 2023
What an amazing spot! My Husky was in his element, running back and forth, exploring every bush, tree, grassy area and fence trail. He had so much fun! I practiced the recall with him and he did really well. I will definitely use this Sniff Spot again.
How do Potlatch'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 Potlatch 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.
How can I find dog fields in Potlatch?
There are 6 dog fields in the Potlatch area. The most popular dog field is Dawn to Dusk Doggy Domain. You can browse all of our dog fields here.
How do I know if a dog field works for my dog?
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.
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