55This place is awesome! If your dog loves water they have an amazing spring fed pond. Our dog splashed around for over 30 minutes. They also have more land than you can even imagine. Our shepherd loved running around in the tall grass. Bring your hiking / outdoor boots and some bug spray. The owner was great to communicate with. Rachael P.
Rachael P.
June 2022
This place is awesome! If your dog loves water they have an amazing spring fed pond. Our dog splashed around for over 30 minutes. They also have more land than you can even imagine. Our shepherd loved running around in the tall grass. Bring your hiking / outdoor boots and some bug spray. The owner was great to communicate with.
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55This place just keeps getting better. It is completely mowed and the path is beautiful. The dogs loved splashing in the water and running around the fields. We will be back again. The owner is an awesome guy and extremely helpful if you have any questions. Rachael P.
Rachael P.
July 2022
This place just keeps getting better. It is completely mowed and the path is beautiful. The dogs loved splashing in the water and running around the fields. We will be back again. The owner is an awesome guy and extremely helpful if you have any questions.
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55The best Sniffspot in the area! Private little pond and trail for you and your dogs to enjoy without worrying about other people and dogs. The host, Dale, greeted us upon arrival and checked in with us on our way out. We will definitely be back here again soon, as we have two dogs who don’t really care for other dogs. We enjoyed looking at the beautiful wildflowers. There were a ton of frogs swimming in the pond, one was even laying eggs!! You’ll see adorable wild bunnies. Closer to the house they have a few roosters. It truly felt like a little vacation only 30 minutes away from home. You won’t be disappointed! Jessica D.
Jessica D.
July 2022
The best Sniffspot in the area! Private little pond and trail for you and your dogs to enjoy without worrying about other people and dogs. The host, Dale, greeted us upon arrival and checked in with us on our way out. We will definitely be back here again soon, as we have two dogs who don’t really care for other dogs. We enjoyed looking at the beautiful wildflowers. There were a ton of frogs swimming in the pond, one was even laying eggs!! You’ll see adorable wild bunnies. Closer to the house they have a few roosters. It truly felt like a little vacation only 30 minutes away from home. You won’t be disappointed!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Amazing and beautiful property with lots of room to play. We took our puppy for some experiences with the woods and water. Will definitely be coming back ! Lincoln B.
Lincoln B.
July 2022
Amazing and beautiful property with lots of room to play. We took our puppy for some experiences with the woods and water. Will definitely be coming back !
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55Dale’s property was awesome! We didn’t get much further than the Pond. (More exploring next time) My active pup ❤️‘ed swimming, playing fetch with sticks. It was so much fun. We will def be back! Greta S.
Greta S.
July 2022
Dale’s property was awesome! We didn’t get much further than the Pond. (More exploring next time) My active pup ❤️‘ed swimming, playing fetch with sticks. It was so much fun. We will def be back!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Dale was very nice! The property is awesome and the dogs had a blast cooling off in the pond.
We had our pointer with us and he generously let us have her check out some of his quail.
I’d come back again! Klaudia C.
Klaudia C.
July 2022
Dale was very nice! The property is awesome and the dogs had a blast cooling off in the pond.
We had our pointer with us and he generously let us have her check out some of his quail.
I’d come back again!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Amazing spot to dip your paws in the sand! The pond was perfect for our boys to have lots of zoomies. We walked the trail & our smaller dog did get some thorn twigs wrapped around his skinny legs towards the back near the loop so just keep that in mind. No one was injured, we just had to pick ‘em off. We’ll definitely be back! Destiny S.
Destiny S.
July 2022
Amazing spot to dip your paws in the sand! The pond was perfect for our boys to have lots of zoomies. We walked the trail & our smaller dog did get some thorn twigs wrapped around his skinny legs towards the back near the loop so just keep that in mind. No one was injured, we just had to pick ‘em off. We’ll definitely be back!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Great communication, ensured I had all the directions I needed coming into it, and gave a head's up about what to expect to make for a good first experience. The space is wide open, peaceful, teeming with wildlife, and clean!!! This was my first SniffSpot experience and I will surely be back!!!!Jordan B.
Jordan B.
July 2022
Great communication, ensured I had all the directions I needed coming into it, and gave a head's up about what to expect to make for a good first experience. The space is wide open, peaceful, teeming with wildlife, and clean!!! This was my first SniffSpot experience and I will surely be back!!!!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Dales place was wonderful! Beautiful tall grass to run around in, private mowed grass to roam, & a nice pond. Dale was super friendly too. Be sure to read the instructions carefully and bring cash with you just in case. Overall very private and quiet. Highly recommend this place!Shelby W.
Shelby W.
July 2022
Dales place was wonderful! Beautiful tall grass to run around in, private mowed grass to roam, & a nice pond. Dale was super friendly too. Be sure to read the instructions carefully and bring cash with you just in case. Overall very private and quiet. Highly recommend this place!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Beautiful and private property to let the dogs run and explore. They LOVED the pond on the property.
Dale was very responsive and easy to work with!
Entrance is to the left of the house.Stacy M.
Stacy M.
August 2022
Beautiful and private property to let the dogs run and explore. They LOVED the pond on the property.
Dale was very responsive and easy to work with!
Entrance is to the left of the house.
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55This is a wonderful spot with a great view. The dogs really enjoyed the pond! The only thing I would note is the walking path is not as long as expected, but it was still great. If your dog loves water this is definitely the spot for you!Rose A.
Rose A.
August 2022
This is a wonderful spot with a great view. The dogs really enjoyed the pond! The only thing I would note is the walking path is not as long as expected, but it was still great. If your dog loves water this is definitely the spot for you!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55What a gorgeous spot! The trails are nicely mowed with lots of wildlife. We even saw about 5 deer! The crown jewel is definitely the pond. Definitely worth the extra $5. The water is clean and so green/blue it looks almost tropical. We will definitely be back!!Brittany P.
Brittany P.
August 2022
What a gorgeous spot! The trails are nicely mowed with lots of wildlife. We even saw about 5 deer! The crown jewel is definitely the pond. Definitely worth the extra $5. The water is clean and so green/blue it looks almost tropical. We will definitely be back!!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Can’t say enough good things about this spot! This was our first time using sniffspot and Dale was so kind and helpful with walking us through it!
The area was expansive, clean, and well-maintained. Dale greeted us and directed us to the path that took us to the pond and beyond.
Our dogs are blissfully exhausted, haha. We will definitely be coming back! Grace M.
Grace M.
September 2022
Can’t say enough good things about this spot! This was our first time using sniffspot and Dale was so kind and helpful with walking us through it!
The area was expansive, clean, and well-maintained. Dale greeted us and directed us to the path that took us to the pond and beyond.
Our dogs are blissfully exhausted, haha. We will definitely be coming back!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Dale was great! The Gang of 4 had a wonderful time sniffing and running all over his fields. Great mowed paths & lovely maintained fields! Tks. Debra C.
Debra C.
September 2022
Dale was great! The Gang of 4 had a wonderful time sniffing and running all over his fields. Great mowed paths & lovely maintained fields! Tks.
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55This place is awesome as always! If you are planning on coming out you could even bring your friends and their dogs or have a bonfire. Host is awesome to work with. This is truly our favorite sniff spot. Rachael P.
Rachael P.
September 2022
This place is awesome as always! If you are planning on coming out you could even bring your friends and their dogs or have a bonfire. Host is awesome to work with. This is truly our favorite sniff spot.
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Amazing place! My dogs loved running all around, the trails are great seemed to be freshly mowed, the pond was great not to muddy and really clear. Would definitely bring my pups again! 10/10 Justin T.
Justin T.
September 2022
Amazing place! My dogs loved running all around, the trails are great seemed to be freshly mowed, the pond was great not to muddy and really clear. Would definitely bring my pups again! 10/10
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Dave’s property was great!! There was a private trail where our dog was able to sniff around and enjoy being outside without running into other dogs or people. We will definitely be back! Madelyn B.
Madelyn B.
September 2022
Dave’s property was great!! There was a private trail where our dog was able to sniff around and enjoy being outside without running into other dogs or people. We will definitely be back!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Our dog is dog-reactive so this was the perfect spot to let him off leash and run the trail and play in the water without the worry of other dogs being around. Great Sniffspot!Sondra F.
Sondra F.
October 2022
Our dog is dog-reactive so this was the perfect spot to let him off leash and run the trail and play in the water without the worry of other dogs being around. Great Sniffspot!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55Dale’s property is beautiful! My dog is scared of people and Dale was very respectful of that and allowed us to have a contactless visit. There was a trail as well as a lot to sniff around his yard. It was very quiet and peaceful! Thank you!Maria W.
Maria W.
October 2022
Dale’s property is beautiful! My dog is scared of people and Dale was very respectful of that and allowed us to have a contactless visit. There was a trail as well as a lot to sniff around his yard. It was very quiet and peaceful! Thank you!
Dale's 68 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Paw Paw | Sniffspot
55We enjoyed our visit and will do more exploring next time. Had a chance to purchase homemade maple syrup and get some farm fresh eggs as well! Sherry F.
Sherry F.
February 2023
We enjoyed our visit and will do more exploring next time. Had a chance to purchase homemade maple syrup and get some farm fresh eggs as well!
How do Paw Paw's private dog hiking trails 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 Paw Paw dog hiking trails
Are dog hiking trails safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, inattentive owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than a city or county park. With a Sniffspot off-leash area 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. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. Our hiking trails tend to be outside the city, which lends to more privacy, but it is also important to follow typical hiking safety precautions, such as potentially having trail maps.
How do I know if a dog hiking trail works for my dog?
Sniffspot provides the tools to find the ideal spot. Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing 6 feet tall and distractions, to find a dog park with trails that works for your dog. You can also filter by size if you are looking for a certain acre park, an expansive off-leash dog park. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog hiking trails. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog hiking trails where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Since you are looking for trails, make sure to check photos to see if it the spot has flat trails or gnarly trails. You can also browse by specific amenities, if you are looking for a view or a beach, for instance, or other activities or fun features. You can check whether the spot has off or on street parking, the regular park hours, whether it has paved trails or a modern restroom.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog hiking trail?
In order to hike the trails, we require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not permit dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot hiking trail at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.
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