55This is a great little spot! The host does a very good job accurately describing the property and providing photos. My dog is pretty reactive but the chain link fence didn’t bother him much because when he’s playing fetch that’s all he can focus on lol. However, if you think the see through fence is a problem for your dog, you should keep that in mind. My dog had a great time equally playing and sunning himself. We will be back! Maddie L.
Maddie L.
March 2024
This is a great little spot! The host does a very good job accurately describing the property and providing photos. My dog is pretty reactive but the chain link fence didn’t bother him much because when he’s playing fetch that’s all he can focus on lol. However, if you think the see through fence is a problem for your dog, you should keep that in mind. My dog had a great time equally playing and sunning himself. We will be back!
55This place is great! Plenty of space for our pups to run around and a box of toys they loved playing with.
Just a heads up to other reactive dog parents that when we arrived there were dogs out in a yard behind the Sniffspot, so if you have a reactive pup, it might be better to enter through the front gate.
We had a great time and would definitely recommend this spot!Liz Y.
Liz Y.
April 2024
This place is great! Plenty of space for our pups to run around and a box of toys they loved playing with.
Just a heads up to other reactive dog parents that when we arrived there were dogs out in a yard behind the Sniffspot, so if you have a reactive pup, it might be better to enter through the front gate.
We had a great time and would definitely recommend this spot!
55We had such a nice time! Parking was easy and we had no trouble getting in. It was beautiful and so peaceful! Ducks were actually coming into the yard from the river (although Archie sure did his best to chase them off ..sorry ducks!) Plenty of room to run around and lots of good sniffs. We’ll definitely be back!Amy S.
Amy S.
April 2024
We had such a nice time! Parking was easy and we had no trouble getting in. It was beautiful and so peaceful! Ducks were actually coming into the yard from the river (although Archie sure did his best to chase them off ..sorry ducks!) Plenty of room to run around and lots of good sniffs. We’ll definitely be back!
55This is a wonderful Spot!!! What she writes is all accurate, which is great for us anxious owners and reactive pups. Apollo is a big guy and loved chasing the birds. The yard is spacious and well kept. Wonderful hidden gem! Chrissy B.
Chrissy B.
April 2024
This is a wonderful Spot!!! What she writes is all accurate, which is great for us anxious owners and reactive pups. Apollo is a big guy and loved chasing the birds. The yard is spacious and well kept. Wonderful hidden gem!
55I had the best experience here! Lauren’s yard is so lovely- it’s nice and quiet by the river, easy to get in and out and find parking nearby, has a secure gate, and a perfect amount of shade and sun for me and my pup. I don’t get to let my reactive dog off leash much living in the city and was so excited to finally have the opportunity to let my dog run, sniff, and roll in the grass without any worries. We both loved it so much and if I could give this spot 10 stars I would. Thank you so much for making your yard available Lauren- we will absolutely be back!! Renee K.
Renee K.
July 2023
I had the best experience here! Lauren’s yard is so lovely- it’s nice and quiet by the river, easy to get in and out and find parking nearby, has a secure gate, and a perfect amount of shade and sun for me and my pup. I don’t get to let my reactive dog off leash much living in the city and was so excited to finally have the opportunity to let my dog run, sniff, and roll in the grass without any worries. We both loved it so much and if I could give this spot 10 stars I would. Thank you so much for making your yard available Lauren- we will absolutely be back!!
55Great spot, lots of beautiful flowers to smell. I really appreciate the chairs for owners! Also super easy to park. Definitely plan on returning soon.Emmett D.
Emmett D.
July 2023
Great spot, lots of beautiful flowers to smell. I really appreciate the chairs for owners! Also super easy to park. Definitely plan on returning soon.
55My Butter girl loved sniffing all the plants and chasing animals she saw outside the fence, water and some toys were provided along with some bug spray for the humans which was a great plus!Kaitlyn H.
Kaitlyn H.
August 2023
My Butter girl loved sniffing all the plants and chasing animals she saw outside the fence, water and some toys were provided along with some bug spray for the humans which was a great plus!
55Our dog absolutely loved this yard tons of room to run around and plenty of spots to sniff it’s in a nice and quiet area too we will be back!! Alexa S.
Alexa S.
August 2023
Our dog absolutely loved this yard tons of room to run around and plenty of spots to sniff it’s in a nice and quiet area too we will be back!!
55Great yard with plenty of space and lots of plants to sniff. My dogs were happy exploring and just rolling in the grass. Has toys, chairs and a water bowl. And big thank you for providing bug spray! We’ll definitely come back.Cara L.
Cara L.
August 2023
Great yard with plenty of space and lots of plants to sniff. My dogs were happy exploring and just rolling in the grass. Has toys, chairs and a water bowl. And big thank you for providing bug spray! We’ll definitely come back.
55Really nice sized yard! My dog had a great time running around (too much fun, actually - I couldn’t get her to leave). The tennis balls, water bowl, and bug spray were a great touch.Elyse B.
Elyse B.
August 2023
Really nice sized yard! My dog had a great time running around (too much fun, actually - I couldn’t get her to leave). The tennis balls, water bowl, and bug spray were a great touch.
55This was a good sized space with a lot of exploring and sniffing for my dog! Chairs, tennis balls and a dog bowl were set out for us which was a convenient touch!Mary S.
Mary S.
September 2023
This was a good sized space with a lot of exploring and sniffing for my dog! Chairs, tennis balls and a dog bowl were set out for us which was a convenient touch!
55Awesome yard with great running space. Easy, free parking. Our dogs had SO much fun playing and running around here. Dog safe bug spray and fresh water were provided. We’ll be back! Emily E.
Emily E.
October 2023
Awesome yard with great running space. Easy, free parking. Our dogs had SO much fun playing and running around here. Dog safe bug spray and fresh water were provided. We’ll be back!
55This is my dog’s favorite place to visit. There are so many corners and spot for him to explore and the smells and sounds and sights of the river really give him a lot to take in. He’s calm and tired afterwards 👍
And it’s also a place I enjoy, I saw a variety of birds today including a nuthatch and woodpecker. Very thankful to be able to spend some time in this wonderful yard.Jane P.
Jane P.
November 2023
This is my dog’s favorite place to visit. There are so many corners and spot for him to explore and the smells and sounds and sights of the river really give him a lot to take in. He’s calm and tired afterwards 👍
And it’s also a place I enjoy, I saw a variety of birds today including a nuthatch and woodpecker. Very thankful to be able to spend some time in this wonderful yard.
55We had a great time as usual! Noticed this time that the gate by the front doesn’t want to latch, but there are bungee cords to help secure it. Such an amazing spot to take pups!Hollynn S.
Hollynn S.
December 2023
We had a great time as usual! Noticed this time that the gate by the front doesn’t want to latch, but there are bungee cords to help secure it. Such an amazing spot to take pups!
55The neighbors have a Great Pyr that likes to bark if he's out. My dog is also mostly Great Pyr so they just barked at each other for a while - not terribly distressing for my dog but could be bad for others. Julia Z.
Julia Z.
February 2024
The neighbors have a Great Pyr that likes to bark if he's out. My dog is also mostly Great Pyr so they just barked at each other for a while - not terribly distressing for my dog but could be bad for others.
55This is our second time here and just like the first time we had a great time. Being right by the river is such a huge plus because there are a ton of smells. It’s also at the end of a dead end because it’s right along the river so it’s super quiet Natasha Z.
Natasha Z.
February 2024
This is our second time here and just like the first time we had a great time. Being right by the river is such a huge plus because there are a ton of smells. It’s also at the end of a dead end because it’s right along the river so it’s super quiet
How do Volo'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 Volo 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 Volo 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 331 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 47 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 Volo?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Volo is Meracle Acres. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Volo have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 331 fully fenced dog parks in or near Volo. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Volo?
The Volo area has 6 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 Lazy Bones Acres Private Dog Park In Marengo.