55Great spot. The pups loved it. A couple things to note. If you came last year, it’s about 1/3 the size it used to be. The other 2/3 is used for doggie daycare now. Kayla B.
Kayla B.
April 2023
Great spot. The pups loved it. A couple things to note. If you came last year, it’s about 1/3 the size it used to be. The other 2/3 is used for doggie daycare now.
55This was my first time taking my dog to this spot and I will definitely be back! It was clean and safe. My pup loved playing and we felt safe knowing she could run free without the worry of other dogs. Caroline K.
Caroline K.
May 2023
This was my first time taking my dog to this spot and I will definitely be back! It was clean and safe. My pup loved playing and we felt safe knowing she could run free without the worry of other dogs.
55Easy access, clean and alot of room for my pup to run around and explore. Definitely will book again. Tara the host always replied to my many questions quickly. This was my first time here and first time using sniffspot. Will be coming back for sure.Bernadette B.
Bernadette B.
May 2023
Easy access, clean and alot of room for my pup to run around and explore. Definitely will book again. Tara the host always replied to my many questions quickly. This was my first time here and first time using sniffspot. Will be coming back for sure.
55We loved this spot! Our dog had such a great time! The kiddie pool for splashing was perfect for our water loving dog. Super sunny and perfect for an hour of playing. Nice benches to sit and relax.Cynthia T.
Cynthia T.
May 2023
We loved this spot! Our dog had such a great time! The kiddie pool for splashing was perfect for our water loving dog. Super sunny and perfect for an hour of playing. Nice benches to sit and relax.
55Frank had such a fun time at Payton’s Playground! The space was clean and had plenty of room for him to run around and play with his favorite toys. The agility equipment was a bonus (especially for Frank who is working on his confidence). We will definitely be back!
PS…Tara was very responsive to messages the morning of our visit…just an overall great experience.Chrissy O.
Chrissy O.
May 2023
Frank had such a fun time at Payton’s Playground! The space was clean and had plenty of room for him to run around and play with his favorite toys. The agility equipment was a bonus (especially for Frank who is working on his confidence). We will definitely be back!
PS…Tara was very responsive to messages the morning of our visit…just an overall great experience.
55My dog Blu and I love this park . This was the second time coming here. The location is very close to home and easy street parking. We prefer this over a busy dog park for sure! Will be back on another nice winter day. Amanda G.
Amanda G.
January 2023
My dog Blu and I love this park . This was the second time coming here. The location is very close to home and easy street parking. We prefer this over a busy dog park for sure! Will be back on another nice winter day.
55Easy parking, easy access and no issues with people/dog distractions. There were people walking dogs on the sidewalk but the fencing is good quality. The elevated train is right next to the park but after the first time it ran by my dog got used to it no issues. Clean space, good size and the agility play props are great. Best feature for me is that it’s concrete and turf, no mud to worry about. My dog had a great time, we will add to our favorites list for sure. Krystal S.
Krystal S.
February 2023
Easy parking, easy access and no issues with people/dog distractions. There were people walking dogs on the sidewalk but the fencing is good quality. The elevated train is right next to the park but after the first time it ran by my dog got used to it no issues. Clean space, good size and the agility play props are great. Best feature for me is that it’s concrete and turf, no mud to worry about. My dog had a great time, we will add to our favorites list for sure.
55Tater has never been happier! He was wagging his tail the entire time - so much to do here, very clean, and great place for fetch - can’t wait to come back!Stephanie C.
Stephanie C.
February 2023
Tater has never been happier! He was wagging his tail the entire time - so much to do here, very clean, and great place for fetch - can’t wait to come back!
55Second visit, first time without snow/ice and my boy loved it. This has become our favorite place. Easy and free parking, simple access, clean, etc. Krystal S.
Krystal S.
February 2023
Second visit, first time without snow/ice and my boy loved it. This has become our favorite place. Easy and free parking, simple access, clean, etc.
55Very clean space with various surfaces and activities for dogs, including 2 separate sitting areas for humans to watch the play time or to have some breaks for the dogs. There's some agility equipment that was fun for the dogs to explore, and provided opportunities for training fun too. We enjoyed our time and would come back! It's nice to have a spot to come on a muddy day and not worry about muddy dogs. Lindsay M.
Lindsay M.
March 2023
Very clean space with various surfaces and activities for dogs, including 2 separate sitting areas for humans to watch the play time or to have some breaks for the dogs. There's some agility equipment that was fun for the dogs to explore, and provided opportunities for training fun too. We enjoyed our time and would come back! It's nice to have a spot to come on a muddy day and not worry about muddy dogs.
55Great place for the girls to run and wrestle. Artificial turf is great, lots to climb and jump on. Good water access even on a cold, windy Chicago day. There were dogs right on the other side of the fence so it may be a problem if your dog is fence protective. Marcie C.
Marcie C.
March 2023
Great place for the girls to run and wrestle. Artificial turf is great, lots to climb and jump on. Good water access even on a cold, windy Chicago day. There were dogs right on the other side of the fence so it may be a problem if your dog is fence protective.
55Such a great spot! Clean and well maintained. We even got two of our three dogs to get on the V ladder which was super exciting. We will most definitely visit again. Andrea S.
Andrea S.
March 2023
Such a great spot! Clean and well maintained. We even got two of our three dogs to get on the V ladder which was super exciting. We will most definitely visit again.
55Great spot for our city pup to run around and work on some training! Area was clean and spacious. It’s definitely a little loud with the train but our dog didn’t mind. We will definitely be back!Madison D.
Madison D.
April 2023
Great spot for our city pup to run around and work on some training! Area was clean and spacious. It’s definitely a little loud with the train but our dog didn’t mind. We will definitely be back!
How do Porter'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 Porter 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 Porter 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 147 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 20 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.
Does Porter have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 147 fully fenced dog parks in or near Porter. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Porter?
The Porter area has 5 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 Tara's dog park in Crown Point.
There are 26 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Porter where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Kellie's Private Dog Park In La Porte.