55On our third visit in five days we finally met Shelly as she was coming home just as we got there. She is as nice as the backyard and we had another great run around the yard.Alex S.
Alex S.
October 2020
On our third visit in five days we finally met Shelly as she was coming home just as we got there. She is as nice as the backyard and we had another great run around the yard.
Huge backyard any dog would love to play and run around in | Sniffspot
55My husband and I made this our first Sniff Spot and were thrilled. Gate is every bit as high as advertised which was huge for our active digger. There was so much space for her to run! We will definitely be coming backAlex S.
Alex S.
October 2020
My husband and I made this our first Sniff Spot and were thrilled. Gate is every bit as high as advertised which was huge for our active digger. There was so much space for her to run! We will definitely be coming back
Huge backyard any dog would love to play and run around in | Sniffspot
55This was our first time using SniffSpot and we had a wonderful experience. This yard is huge and my dogs enjoyed running around and playing ball. We will for sure be returning. Keller C.
Keller C.
November 2020
This was our first time using SniffSpot and we had a wonderful experience. This yard is huge and my dogs enjoyed running around and playing ball. We will for sure be returning.
Huge backyard any dog would love to play and run around in | Sniffspot
55Excellent yard! Parking is easy, right in the front. There are three gates, 2 in the front and one towards the back ensure they’re all closed before you unleash your pup. Liz H.
Liz H.
January 2021
Excellent yard! Parking is easy, right in the front. There are three gates, 2 in the front and one towards the back ensure they’re all closed before you unleash your pup.
Huge backyard any dog would love to play and run around in | Sniffspot
55Enough room to run, play, and train with my 5-month-old fur baby. Very well-kept leveled lawn, private fence for off leash, great community. A location/spot I highly recommend, my fur baby and I will definitely return. My Dobbie really enjoyed the space and freedom to run.Beatrice L.
Beatrice L.
October 2024
Enough room to run, play, and train with my 5-month-old fur baby. Very well-kept leveled lawn, private fence for off leash, great community. A location/spot I highly recommend, my fur baby and I will definitely return. My Dobbie really enjoyed the space and freedom to run.
55Our inaugural SniffSpot experience went well! The yard was well maintained and our girl had a lot of fun playing ball and sniffing around. She played for the full hour! Poppy N.
Poppy N.
October 2023
Our inaugural SniffSpot experience went well! The yard was well maintained and our girl had a lot of fun playing ball and sniffing around. She played for the full hour!
55Way to find, plenty of parking and lots of space for my boys to enjoy. They had such a great time exploring. It was very quiet. Plenty of sun or shade of needed. Just what we all needed today. Thank you.Michele D.
Michele D.
October 2023
Way to find, plenty of parking and lots of space for my boys to enjoy. They had such a great time exploring. It was very quiet. Plenty of sun or shade of needed. Just what we all needed today. Thank you.
55We had a great time at Mel's place! Her yard was beautiful and spacious. My pup had plenty of space to sniff and it was nice and secluded. I really appreciated the gate at the bottom of the deck to keep her from climbing the steps. The toys, bug spray, water bowl and access to water were all such a wonderful touch. Mel was very communicative and her place was just as described. We'll definitely be back!Angela C.
Angela C.
August 2024
We had a great time at Mel's place! Her yard was beautiful and spacious. My pup had plenty of space to sniff and it was nice and secluded. I really appreciated the gate at the bottom of the deck to keep her from climbing the steps. The toys, bug spray, water bowl and access to water were all such a wonderful touch. Mel was very communicative and her place was just as described. We'll definitely be back!
55A great spot! Our dogs had a wonderful time and the hosts were super sweet, leaving out bottled water and a note for us. Will definitely come again!Emily W.
Emily W.
August 2024
A great spot! Our dogs had a wonderful time and the hosts were super sweet, leaving out bottled water and a note for us. Will definitely come again!
55I don’t think I want to look for another “sniffspot” for my doggo; there’s absolutely NO NEED!! This place completely exceeded my expectations! The yard was clean, beautifully manicured, and HUGE. There was a table and chairs for my partner and I to sit and enjoy our dinner that we packed along with Jaxon’s. I loved how heavily shaded the area was, and the string of lights that turned on as it got closer to dusk were a plus! Although I didn’t get the chance to meet Mel & Chris, they did a fantastic job of making Jax & I feel welcomed and comfortable. They even provided us with other toys for Jax to play with! He’s not used to having so much space to freely roam so he was a bit apprehensive at first, but he quickly became acquainted with the space in no time! This will definitely be a place we frequent moving forward. We’ll try to get as many visits in before it’s gets too cold… Thanks again, Mel & Chris!Erika G.
Erika G.
August 2024
I don’t think I want to look for another “sniffspot” for my doggo; there’s absolutely NO NEED!! This place completely exceeded my expectations! The yard was clean, beautifully manicured, and HUGE. There was a table and chairs for my partner and I to sit and enjoy our dinner that we packed along with Jaxon’s. I loved how heavily shaded the area was, and the string of lights that turned on as it got closer to dusk were a plus! Although I didn’t get the chance to meet Mel & Chris, they did a fantastic job of making Jax & I feel welcomed and comfortable. They even provided us with other toys for Jax to play with! He’s not used to having so much space to freely roam so he was a bit apprehensive at first, but he quickly became acquainted with the space in no time! This will definitely be a place we frequent moving forward. We’ll try to get as many visits in before it’s gets too cold… Thanks again, Mel & Chris!
55Woof-bridge wilderness hideaway was amazing and provided so much room and toys for my Newfie to play with. Mel left the sweetest note and water for us all. We will definitely be back! Anna S.
Anna S.
September 2024
Woof-bridge wilderness hideaway was amazing and provided so much room and toys for my Newfie to play with. Mel left the sweetest note and water for us all. We will definitely be back!
55Such a great experience for our first Sniffspot! Parking was easy and clearly explained, fenced in yard was big and enough space to play fetch and run around! Instructions were left for water but the bowl was filled and some toys were already waiting for us. We will definitely be back! Amanda G.
Amanda G.
September 2024
Such a great experience for our first Sniffspot! Parking was easy and clearly explained, fenced in yard was big and enough space to play fetch and run around! Instructions were left for water but the bowl was filled and some toys were already waiting for us. We will definitely be back!
55My dog had so much fun here! It was so spacious and he absolutely loved the toys that were available. The yard was fenced in and we felt completely safe!Jazmin T.
Jazmin T.
September 2024
My dog had so much fun here! It was so spacious and he absolutely loved the toys that were available. The yard was fenced in and we felt completely safe!
55We had a lovely time at this huge, hidden spot! The welcome note and dog treat were such a sweet touch ❤️ Harley loved sniffing around and eating the grass (her two favorite pastimes) and we will definitely have to return again. Thank you! Kathleen K.
Kathleen K.
October 2024
We had a lovely time at this huge, hidden spot! The welcome note and dog treat were such a sweet touch ❤️ Harley loved sniffing around and eating the grass (her two favorite pastimes) and we will definitely have to return again. Thank you!
55This is our regular spot. We always have a good time running around. The yard is in the woods and the leaves are changing colors so pretty. We love it. Lisa O.
Lisa O.
October 2024
This is our regular spot. We always have a good time running around. The yard is in the woods and the leaves are changing colors so pretty. We love it.
How do Dale City'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 Dale City 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 Dale City 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 290 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 52 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.
Sniffspot has 290 fully fenced dog parks in or near Dale City. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Dale City?
The Dale City area has 14 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 15+ acres - Open space & creekside trails in Manassas.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Dale City?