55This place was perfect and so many nice details provided by the host! There was a table by the parking area on the way to the trail that supplied fresh water, toys, treats, sunscreen and bug spray! I was so glad to see the bug spray because I forgot mine. The gently sloping grassy field was perfect for the dogs to run around, eat grass and search for rabbits to chase... although Luna was disappointed that she didn't find any. Lol. We explored the woods at the back of the field and found some deer bones and a foreleg but the dogs weren't interested... they just wanted to explore. The woods are a little hard to get around in there... a lot of low branches, not really a trail or anything but if you're into bushwacking a little it's fine. We spent most of our time in the field though. There were a couple folding chairs in different spots which were great to take a break and let the dogs take their time playing. The little baby pool was awesome for the dogs to cool off and get a drink as we did laps around the field. The host thought of everything and made our time perfect!
Just beware during tick season, as noted in the property description. We did have several ticks on us, which I'm used to since we do a lot of hiking, but some people might not want to deal with it. I felt it was worth the tradeoff for the dogs to have such a fun offleash time. (If it were my property, I'd probably get some chickens to clear the area of ticks).
While the property isn't fully fenced per the description, there is a nice boundary of trees and my dogs have great recall so it was easy to keep them in the designated space. We will definitely return again! The dogs loved it!Heather T.
Heather T.
June 2024
This place was perfect and so many nice details provided by the host! There was a table by the parking area on the way to the trail that supplied fresh water, toys, treats, sunscreen and bug spray! I was so glad to see the bug spray because I forgot mine. The gently sloping grassy field was perfect for the dogs to run around, eat grass and search for rabbits to chase... although Luna was disappointed that she didn't find any. Lol. We explored the woods at the back of the field and found some deer bones and a foreleg but the dogs weren't interested... they just wanted to explore. The woods are a little hard to get around in there... a lot of low branches, not really a trail or anything but if you're into bushwacking a little it's fine. We spent most of our time in the field though. There were a couple folding chairs in different spots which were great to take a break and let the dogs take their time playing. The little baby pool was awesome for the dogs to cool off and get a drink as we did laps around the field. The host thought of everything and made our time perfect!
Just beware during tick season, as noted in the property description. We did have several ticks on us, which I'm used to since we do a lot of hiking, but some people might not want to deal with it. I felt it was worth the tradeoff for the dogs to have such a fun offleash time. (If it were my property, I'd probably get some chickens to clear the area of ticks).
While the property isn't fully fenced per the description, there is a nice boundary of trees and my dogs have great recall so it was easy to keep them in the designated space. We will definitely return again! The dogs loved it!
55Beautiful place! So nice to provide water, and poo bag and balls and frisbees. Everything you could need to enjoy a fun time with your pups! My dogs loved it and really enjoyed playing in the little pool!Bethany L.
Bethany L.
June 2024
Beautiful place! So nice to provide water, and poo bag and balls and frisbees. Everything you could need to enjoy a fun time with your pups! My dogs loved it and really enjoyed playing in the little pool!
55We took a road trip from the Appleton area to enjoy the fall colors and to give our dog some fresh air. This was a perfect place to spend an hour. The location is very accessible from the highway and the hosts were superb. In addition to a nice fenced area and a larger open walking space around a pond, we had access to a box of dog toys, dog treats, and fresh water. We were also delighted to find a welcome note addressed to our dog Murdock on the fence. The owners are clearly dog lovers but we did not see their dogs (or anyone else) during our time there, which was perfect for our somewhat reactive dog.
If you like Asian food, we also recommend Newch’s eatery nearby.Lyn F.
Lyn F.
October 2023
We took a road trip from the Appleton area to enjoy the fall colors and to give our dog some fresh air. This was a perfect place to spend an hour. The location is very accessible from the highway and the hosts were superb. In addition to a nice fenced area and a larger open walking space around a pond, we had access to a box of dog toys, dog treats, and fresh water. We were also delighted to find a welcome note addressed to our dog Murdock on the fence. The owners are clearly dog lovers but we did not see their dogs (or anyone else) during our time there, which was perfect for our somewhat reactive dog.
If you like Asian food, we also recommend Newch’s eatery nearby.
55Everything was just as advertised! Very easy to find and access. The dogs enjoyed sniffing everything and eating whatever long grass they could find around the perimeter. We were even greeted with a handmade sign welcoming us! So adorable!Heather T.
Heather T.
October 2023
Everything was just as advertised! Very easy to find and access. The dogs enjoyed sniffing everything and eating whatever long grass they could find around the perimeter. We were even greeted with a handmade sign welcoming us! So adorable!
55This was my first time ever on sniffspot and I am very glad that I booked this location. We stayed in the gated area and it was enough for the two dogs to run and play in. Will definitely consider again in the future! Kayla was also responsive and I appreciate the custom note as well. Mai L.
Mai L.
February 2024
This was my first time ever on sniffspot and I am very glad that I booked this location. We stayed in the gated area and it was enough for the two dogs to run and play in. Will definitely consider again in the future! Kayla was also responsive and I appreciate the custom note as well.
55Our 2nd time back, the dogs had a great time! Definitely our go-to spot. Always a pleasure to come here. We’re glad we were able to book and get a confirmation in 2 hours. Mai L.
Mai L.
April 2024
Our 2nd time back, the dogs had a great time! Definitely our go-to spot. Always a pleasure to come here. We’re glad we were able to book and get a confirmation in 2 hours.
55Park by the Pond is a hidden gem. We had such a great experience! Kayla was quick to answer my pre-booking questions & so very kind.
The location was easy to find, the fence secure, and so much room for the pups to race around. It was like playing in a meadow!
The toys, treats, waste bags, large bowl of continuous water & large covered trash can were much appreciated.
We left with two tired but happy dogs. 🙂
We highly recommend this SniffSpot. Jenny r.
Jenny r.
July 2024
Park by the Pond is a hidden gem. We had such a great experience! Kayla was quick to answer my pre-booking questions & so very kind.
The location was easy to find, the fence secure, and so much room for the pups to race around. It was like playing in a meadow!
The toys, treats, waste bags, large bowl of continuous water & large covered trash can were much appreciated.
We left with two tired but happy dogs. 🙂
We highly recommend this SniffSpot.
55Our second time back, this time with a shelter pup from HSMC - Humane Society of Marathon County. Kate was able to run FREE & she loved every minute! Thank you again for offering a safe space for the pups. Jenny r.
Jenny r.
July 2024
Our second time back, this time with a shelter pup from HSMC - Humane Society of Marathon County. Kate was able to run FREE & she loved every minute! Thank you again for offering a safe space for the pups.
55We had a great time! Spot was easy to find. Thanks for having water available and an assortment of toys. Plenty of room to run...Lucy is tired!Chris H.
Chris H.
August 2024
We had a great time! Spot was easy to find. Thanks for having water available and an assortment of toys. Plenty of room to run...Lucy is tired!
55Lovely spot; the dog and i ran around in the well-stocked fenced area for awhile then walked around the mowed area. We both enjoyed the visit. Everything a person and their dog need for an enjoyable outing. Jeanine K.
Jeanine K.
August 2024
Lovely spot; the dog and i ran around in the well-stocked fenced area for awhile then walked around the mowed area. We both enjoyed the visit. Everything a person and their dog need for an enjoyable outing.
55Husky mix shelter dog Mumford approved. I was nervous about taking him because he might be an escape artist but no worries he was completely safe and had a great day out Sarah A.
Sarah A.
August 2024
Husky mix shelter dog Mumford approved. I was nervous about taking him because he might be an escape artist but no worries he was completely safe and had a great day out
55Always a great experience & so appreciative of having this amazing spot for our family dogs as well as the Humane Society of Marathon County (HSMC) dogs. Adoptable Patchouli loved being free to roam. 🩷Jenny r.
Jenny r.
September 2024
Always a great experience & so appreciative of having this amazing spot for our family dogs as well as the Humane Society of Marathon County (HSMC) dogs. Adoptable Patchouli loved being free to roam. 🩷
How do Wausau'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 Wausau 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. 87% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Wausau 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 15 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 5 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 Wausau have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 15 fully fenced dog parks in or near Wausau. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where in Wausau can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Wausau area. The highest rated option is Park by the Pond in Wausau.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Wausau?
There are 5 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Wausau where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is The Lark Oasis Private Dog Park.
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