55There were barking dogs in the home when I arrived, but it wasn't too bad, and they couldn't see us in the backyard so they quieted down. Murphy loved it!Stefan S.
Stefan S.
August 2022
There were barking dogs in the home when I arrived, but it wasn't too bad, and they couldn't see us in the backyard so they quieted down. Murphy loved it!
55Wowowow!! I thought finding a fully fenced place within 20 minutes of capital hill where my reactive dog would be comfortable getting her zoomies out would be impossible — this spot is terrific! Fresh water, toys, and treats even waited for us on a table in the back. 10/10 would come again!!
For those with reactive dogs: we could hear the dogs in the house bark when we arrived, but they quickly calmed down and we never saw them. My pup is highly sensitive even to hearing other dogs and she settled down within 5 min. Charlotte Z.
Charlotte Z.
August 2022
Wowowow!! I thought finding a fully fenced place within 20 minutes of capital hill where my reactive dog would be comfortable getting her zoomies out would be impossible — this spot is terrific! Fresh water, toys, and treats even waited for us on a table in the back. 10/10 would come again!!
For those with reactive dogs: we could hear the dogs in the house bark when we arrived, but they quickly calmed down and we never saw them. My pup is highly sensitive even to hearing other dogs and she settled down within 5 min.
55My dog and I loved this yard! I didn't see any gaps in the fence that posed a problem, although my dog isn't an escape artist, she just focuses on her ball. It's a good size and feels very private. I didn't see or hear any other dogs. Thank you, we will be back!Erin P.
Erin P.
August 2022
My dog and I loved this yard! I didn't see any gaps in the fence that posed a problem, although my dog isn't an escape artist, she just focuses on her ball. It's a good size and feels very private. I didn't see or hear any other dogs. Thank you, we will be back!
55Awesome visit once again. Heard dogs barking on arrival and departure but didn't phase my dog one bit and the backyard was super quiet, private, and peaceful!Erin P.
Erin P.
August 2022
Awesome visit once again. Heard dogs barking on arrival and departure but didn't phase my dog one bit and the backyard was super quiet, private, and peaceful!
55My dog had fun ! Plenty of space for Oreo to run around. Fence has no holes so it’s secure. Host is prompt with getting back to me.
I will return to this Sniffspot. Ilona O.
Ilona O.
August 2022
My dog had fun ! Plenty of space for Oreo to run around. Fence has no holes so it’s secure. Host is prompt with getting back to me.
I will return to this Sniffspot.
55A terrific spot! Very easy to get to, private and spacious. Absolutely perfect for my reactive boy. Host provides water, toys and treats. We even nabbed some yummy plums to snack on. Definitely look forward to being back again.Sadaf H.
Sadaf H.
September 2022
A terrific spot! Very easy to get to, private and spacious. Absolutely perfect for my reactive boy. Host provides water, toys and treats. We even nabbed some yummy plums to snack on. Definitely look forward to being back again.
55My service dog had a wonderful time running and fetching like a "real" dog without having to alert at rowdy and uncontrolled dogs at a traditional dog park. I was confused where to park and would appreciate knowing where the preferred spot is. Thank you!Kais G.
Kais G.
September 2022
My service dog had a wonderful time running and fetching like a "real" dog without having to alert at rowdy and uncontrolled dogs at a traditional dog park. I was confused where to park and would appreciate knowing where the preferred spot is. Thank you!
55We love coming here! There was about 10 minutes where it sounded like neighbors' dogs were barking a lot. But otherwise it was super quiet and peaceful.Erin P.
Erin P.
September 2022
We love coming here! There was about 10 minutes where it sounded like neighbors' dogs were barking a lot. But otherwise it was super quiet and peaceful.
55A lovely quiet little spot! Super close to Seattle. Really appreciated the privacy fence and the shade even in the afternoon hours. Directions were very clear and detailed.Lara M.
Lara M.
September 2022
A lovely quiet little spot! Super close to Seattle. Really appreciated the privacy fence and the shade even in the afternoon hours. Directions were very clear and detailed.
Huge fully fenced yard near Seward Park! | Sniffspot
55Fantastic views, lots of space for dogs to run around. Easy access and parking. I did need to block a gap on the bottom of the front yard fencing that my dogs could have easily fit through (under 25 lbs) but that was me being overly cautious. Adrian F.
Adrian F.
May 2024
Fantastic views, lots of space for dogs to run around. Easy access and parking. I did need to block a gap on the bottom of the front yard fencing that my dogs could have easily fit through (under 25 lbs) but that was me being overly cautious.
Huge fully fenced yard near Seward Park! | Sniffspot
55Beautiful, huge location for inside the city. Fence isn’t secure for a dog who wants to escape, so I left mine leashed until I was comfortable (she is a determined escape artist), but with vigilant watching we had a great time between the beautiful front yard and spacious back.Rebekah B.
Rebekah B.
June 2024
Beautiful, huge location for inside the city. Fence isn’t secure for a dog who wants to escape, so I left mine leashed until I was comfortable (she is a determined escape artist), but with vigilant watching we had a great time between the beautiful front yard and spacious back.
How do Mercer Island'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 Mercer Island 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 Mercer Island 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 293 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 57 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.