55I absolutely LOVE going to this farm. It's in a beautiful area, the property is humongous, and there is so much to see, so much space to run! The trails are mowed and the SniffSpot areas are clearly marked. I had to communicate with the host on a few occasions and she was thee nicest person. I think it's so great that people are willing to share their space with others. As soon as the weather gets colder we plan on going much more often! Jen J.
Jen J.
October 2023
I absolutely LOVE going to this farm. It's in a beautiful area, the property is humongous, and there is so much to see, so much space to run! The trails are mowed and the SniffSpot areas are clearly marked. I had to communicate with the host on a few occasions and she was thee nicest person. I think it's so great that people are willing to share their space with others. As soon as the weather gets colder we plan on going much more often!
55Amazing amazing amazing beautiful and expansive property. We had such a great time here! So glad I booked 1.5 hours because there is a lot of ground to cover. We loved seeing the goats and chickens. Owners were very nice, but kept to themselves while working. Cannot wait to come back next week. Thank you to the gracious property owners for sharing this slice of heaven with us and our furry friends. Conor M.
Conor M.
November 2023
Amazing amazing amazing beautiful and expansive property. We had such a great time here! So glad I booked 1.5 hours because there is a lot of ground to cover. We loved seeing the goats and chickens. Owners were very nice, but kept to themselves while working. Cannot wait to come back next week. Thank you to the gracious property owners for sharing this slice of heaven with us and our furry friends.
55Lots of room to sniff, run and explore. Trails thru the property with a large field with trails in back. Clean and easy to park and explore. Karen E.
Karen E.
December 2023
Lots of room to sniff, run and explore. Trails thru the property with a large field with trails in back. Clean and easy to park and explore.
55While home for the holidays we needed a place for the dogs to run. Wow, what an awesome spot! It’s such a large space we were so surprised it kept on going. Our dogs loved the variety of landscape to explore. It was great for us humans to walk around too!Mallory C.
Mallory C.
January 2024
While home for the holidays we needed a place for the dogs to run. Wow, what an awesome spot! It’s such a large space we were so surprised it kept on going. Our dogs loved the variety of landscape to explore. It was great for us humans to walk around too!
55Wide open field with trails to explore and run. Always clean, host always super nice and helpful. Trees line the field far from the road and private residence. Goats, sheep chicken and ducks greet you on the drive in 😃. Karen E.
Karen E.
December 2023
Wide open field with trails to explore and run. Always clean, host always super nice and helpful. Trees line the field far from the road and private residence. Goats, sheep chicken and ducks greet you on the drive in 😃.
55This spot is just as great as all the reviews say! So much space to run and sniff. The creek was such a hit. And she was very upset when it was time to leave as you can see.
I was a bit nervous when I drove up and noticed all the cars. There is a shop at the farm which was getting a lot of visitors. All that action could really put my curious and reactive pup in a spiral. But once we got on the trails and into the field away from all of that she had no idea and had the absolute best time. Just a fair warning for others who may have been skeptical like I was at first. Well worth an hour drive to spend some time here. Thank you for sharing this lovely space. We will be back!Amanda T.
Amanda T.
March 2024
This spot is just as great as all the reviews say! So much space to run and sniff. The creek was such a hit. And she was very upset when it was time to leave as you can see.
I was a bit nervous when I drove up and noticed all the cars. There is a shop at the farm which was getting a lot of visitors. All that action could really put my curious and reactive pup in a spiral. But once we got on the trails and into the field away from all of that she had no idea and had the absolute best time. Just a fair warning for others who may have been skeptical like I was at first. Well worth an hour drive to spend some time here. Thank you for sharing this lovely space. We will be back!
55Our dogs absolutely love this place. They have a look of pure joy while running around the beautifully maintained property. Your dog must be 100% off leash reliable, as this is a farm that is not fenced and plenty of opportunity to run off. There are usually some sort of animal bones, poop, etc. present. Again, it's a farm so 100% to be expected. If it has rained, there will be mud. You, your dog(s), and your car will be muddy. If you value cleanliness over your dog having the best time ever splashing around in muddy puddles, wait for a dry period. This is an amazing spot that we have visited numerous times and will continue coming back to.Izabela R.
Izabela R.
March 2024
Our dogs absolutely love this place. They have a look of pure joy while running around the beautifully maintained property. Your dog must be 100% off leash reliable, as this is a farm that is not fenced and plenty of opportunity to run off. There are usually some sort of animal bones, poop, etc. present. Again, it's a farm so 100% to be expected. If it has rained, there will be mud. You, your dog(s), and your car will be muddy. If you value cleanliness over your dog having the best time ever splashing around in muddy puddles, wait for a dry period. This is an amazing spot that we have visited numerous times and will continue coming back to.
55Fabulous large property with field and trails to practice off-leash recall with my young dog and give him exposure to a variety of adorable farm animals. Will be returning and adding to my favorite spots. Highly recommend this host. Martha D.
Martha D.
March 2024
Fabulous large property with field and trails to practice off-leash recall with my young dog and give him exposure to a variety of adorable farm animals. Will be returning and adding to my favorite spots. Highly recommend this host.
55The signs for parking and trails were clearly marked, which made for a smooth entrance. My dog was completely tired out after exploring! One thing I’d note is that there are a lot of ticks. I could see the ticks in the grass, and upon inspecting my dog, she had 2/3 I had to remove. I also found 2 on my body. Hard to control for, but worth noting!Alyssa F.
Alyssa F.
April 2024
The signs for parking and trails were clearly marked, which made for a smooth entrance. My dog was completely tired out after exploring! One thing I’d note is that there are a lot of ticks. I could see the ticks in the grass, and upon inspecting my dog, she had 2/3 I had to remove. I also found 2 on my body. Hard to control for, but worth noting!
55I can't thank enough for the owners of this place to allowed us to visit and let my 2 dogs run freely. It was our first time here and the description were very clear on where to park and where to go. The place is beautiful, clean and well kept to walk and explore. We will be back for sure!Zuzana G.
Zuzana G.
May 2024
I can't thank enough for the owners of this place to allowed us to visit and let my 2 dogs run freely. It was our first time here and the description were very clear on where to park and where to go. The place is beautiful, clean and well kept to walk and explore. We will be back for sure!
55So beautiful! We took our three dogs there for an hour. Instructions were clear on where to park. After we parked and then walked a bit into the open prairie, I just heard my husband go “woooow” in awe of how peaceful and beautiful it was. Our pups had so much fun. I bet it’s gorgeous in the fall and winter and we will definitely be back then! Also this isn’t specific to this spot but it’s just be prepared and mindful of ticks! Thank you for sharing your amazing property!! Jennifer P.
Jennifer P.
May 2024
So beautiful! We took our three dogs there for an hour. Instructions were clear on where to park. After we parked and then walked a bit into the open prairie, I just heard my husband go “woooow” in awe of how peaceful and beautiful it was. Our pups had so much fun. I bet it’s gorgeous in the fall and winter and we will definitely be back then! Also this isn’t specific to this spot but it’s just be prepared and mindful of ticks! Thank you for sharing your amazing property!!
55We loved this Sniffspot! The trails were mowed so humans had an easy place to walk. Our pups loved the creek! We found some ticks and burrs, which is to be expected. Directions were clear. Can’t wait to come back!Alison S.
Alison S.
June 2024
We loved this Sniffspot! The trails were mowed so humans had an easy place to walk. Our pups loved the creek! We found some ticks and burrs, which is to be expected. Directions were clear. Can’t wait to come back!
55Second time coming here, we had a great time again! The stream is pretty muddy, but I don’t mind because the dog has tons of fun. Looking forward to coming back!Anna M.
Anna M.
July 2024
Second time coming here, we had a great time again! The stream is pretty muddy, but I don’t mind because the dog has tons of fun. Looking forward to coming back!
55I was stuck in the great Microsoft meltdown of 2024 and unfortunately have not made it to this haven yet. I’ll write a review once I go .. what I can speak to is clear communication and a gorgeous site (I drive by before booking).. can’t wait to try it out! Gabrielle J.
Gabrielle J.
July 2024
I was stuck in the great Microsoft meltdown of 2024 and unfortunately have not made it to this haven yet. I’ll write a review once I go .. what I can speak to is clear communication and a gorgeous site (I drive by before booking).. can’t wait to try it out!
55We are SO happy to be back! Love this spot. They kids got to swim a little bit, play fetch, romp around and have the best time. It was my puppy’s first time here and he’s been asleep since! Elizabeth V.
Elizabeth V.
August 2024
We are SO happy to be back! Love this spot. They kids got to swim a little bit, play fetch, romp around and have the best time. It was my puppy’s first time here and he’s been asleep since!
How do Woodstock'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
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FAQ about our Woodstock 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. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Woodstock 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 284 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 45 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.
What is the best dog beach near Woodstock?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Woodstock is Meracle Acres. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Woodstock have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 284 fully fenced dog parks in or near Woodstock. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Woodstock?
The Woodstock area has 7 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 Bull Valley Family Farm.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Woodstock?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Woodstock. The most popular agility option is The Patch- Private Dog Park In Byron, IL.
Where in Woodstock can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Woodstock area. The highest rated option is Bull Valley Family Farm.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Woodstock?
There are 37 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Woodstock where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is The Patch- Private Dog Park In Byron, IL.