55Easy to find, beautiful trails. Far from the road, cars, and people. Zero concerns of our herder getting sidetracked and dashing after something. Very relaxing. A little post-hike work to get out some prickly plants from the dogs coat, but he's a long haired pup that refuses to stay on trail :)Cassandra H.
Cassandra H.
February 2024
Easy to find, beautiful trails. Far from the road, cars, and people. Zero concerns of our herder getting sidetracked and dashing after something. Very relaxing. A little post-hike work to get out some prickly plants from the dogs coat, but he's a long haired pup that refuses to stay on trail :)
55Meracle Acres is our favorite spot! It is completely worth a drive from Madison. On this last visit, I had a chance to use some of the down trees as obstacles to train on going over, under, and around. Thank you for sharing your wonderful space with all the pups!C. L.
C. L.
February 2024
Meracle Acres is our favorite spot! It is completely worth a drive from Madison. On this last visit, I had a chance to use some of the down trees as obstacles to train on going over, under, and around. Thank you for sharing your wonderful space with all the pups!
55My dog is an abused rescue border collie working on becoming confident around other dogs and people. Meracle Acres offered us a place for him to run on a long line and enjoy the woods, smells, and nature without any worries. We both had a fantastic time. The host's directions and communication were very helpful! We will be back again and again! Thank you so much.Kathi T.
Kathi T.
March 2024
My dog is an abused rescue border collie working on becoming confident around other dogs and people. Meracle Acres offered us a place for him to run on a long line and enjoy the woods, smells, and nature without any worries. We both had a fantastic time. The host's directions and communication were very helpful! We will be back again and again! Thank you so much.
55We had a blast! Our 3 pups were so happy to run and enjoy the amazing trails and even the water spots! What a gorgeous property, we will definitely be back. Devon W.
Devon W.
March 2024
We had a blast! Our 3 pups were so happy to run and enjoy the amazing trails and even the water spots! What a gorgeous property, we will definitely be back.
55This spot is so special and enjoyable for doggies and humans alike! My dogs love sniffing around the trails, woods, and pond. It's definitely worth the drive! Thank you for keeping this space available!!Leah M.
Leah M.
April 2024
This spot is so special and enjoyable for doggies and humans alike! My dogs love sniffing around the trails, woods, and pond. It's definitely worth the drive! Thank you for keeping this space available!!
55Incredible piece of land to get in your sniffs and just cut loose. Lots of ponds and creeks and wooded areas. Trails are clean and easy to follow. Left with happy and tired pups! Karen E.
Karen E.
April 2024
Incredible piece of land to get in your sniffs and just cut loose. Lots of ponds and creeks and wooded areas. Trails are clean and easy to follow. Left with happy and tired pups!
55We had such a great time at Meracle Acres! The property is gorgeous, trails are well maintained, and the dogs LOVED the water. Kaycee did warn us about the mosquitoes, definitely take that warning seriously and pack extra! It was our first experience with Sniffspot and definitely a good one. Olivia S.
Olivia S.
May 2024
We had such a great time at Meracle Acres! The property is gorgeous, trails are well maintained, and the dogs LOVED the water. Kaycee did warn us about the mosquitoes, definitely take that warning seriously and pack extra! It was our first experience with Sniffspot and definitely a good one.
55Our two puppies loved exploring the many different trails and romping on the beach. We booked an hour and a half and were still able to leave lots of exploring for next time. Highly recommend! Desiree W.
Desiree W.
May 2024
Our two puppies loved exploring the many different trails and romping on the beach. We booked an hour and a half and were still able to leave lots of exploring for next time. Highly recommend!
55We had a wonderful time at this sniff spot! The trails were easy to navigate and clear of long/tall grass. The dogs were able to wander off trail into the woods and get into the water. We had a lot of fun! Nicole G.
Nicole G.
June 2024
We had a wonderful time at this sniff spot! The trails were easy to navigate and clear of long/tall grass. The dogs were able to wander off trail into the woods and get into the water. We had a lot of fun!
55Very nice trails. Easy to follow. There are mosquitos (not horrible) at dusk time but Kaycee warned us ahead of time and we prepared for it. Chris C.
Chris C.
July 2024
Very nice trails. Easy to follow. There are mosquitos (not horrible) at dusk time but Kaycee warned us ahead of time and we prepared for it.
55Can’t say enough good things about this spot. Host is awesome, the trail is so well maintained, there are no distractions 100% recommend!!!
Andrea M.
Andrea M.
August 2024
Can’t say enough good things about this spot. Host is awesome, the trail is so well maintained, there are no distractions 100% recommend!!!
55BEAUTIFUL PROPERTY!!!!! I cannot wait to come back!!! Went for a hike and then ended with a swim session at the beach area by the house which was immaculate with beautiful clear water (my big dog made it all cloudy with his jumping around) but the substrate settled quickly and the fish came back. There is so much to explore and is great if you enjoy wildlife viewing. Thank you so so much for opening your amazing property up for us fellow dog owners 🤗Gabrielle D.
Gabrielle D.
August 2024
BEAUTIFUL PROPERTY!!!!! I cannot wait to come back!!! Went for a hike and then ended with a swim session at the beach area by the house which was immaculate with beautiful clear water (my big dog made it all cloudy with his jumping around) but the substrate settled quickly and the fish came back. There is so much to explore and is great if you enjoy wildlife viewing. Thank you so so much for opening your amazing property up for us fellow dog owners 🤗
55This is such a beautiful property! We brought our two dogs for a walk on the trails and we all had a wonderful time. Both dogs, who normally will not go in the water played at the water’s edge and had the best time splashing around and sniffing everything-they were so happy ❤️ Can’t wait to come back again!Alli R.
Alli R.
August 2024
This is such a beautiful property! We brought our two dogs for a walk on the trails and we all had a wonderful time. Both dogs, who normally will not go in the water played at the water’s edge and had the best time splashing around and sniffing everything-they were so happy ❤️ Can’t wait to come back again!
55What a beautiful property! Our dogs, Ruthie and Huck, had a great time exploring and swimming!!! No bugs, super clean and safe. Amy G.
Amy G.
September 2024
What a beautiful property! Our dogs, Ruthie and Huck, had a great time exploring and swimming!!! No bugs, super clean and safe.
How do Dousman'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 Dousman 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 Dousman 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 131 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 14 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 Dousman?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Dousman is Meracle Acres. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Dousman have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 131 fully fenced dog parks in or near Dousman. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Dousman?
The Dousman 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 Meracle Acres.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Dousman?