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Top public and private dog hiking trails in Afton, Minnesota

13 spots found

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Maplewood Private Farm Dog Park (5-acres)

Fully Fenced
5 acres

Welcome to Nessel & Luna’s Private Farm Dog Park (5 acres) in south Maplewood. This is a calm, spacious property where dogs can sniff, explore, roam, and enjoy the sights and smells of nature away from busy streets and crowded public parks. The main play area includes a large fenced section, approx. 60 ft x 100 ft, with room for dogs to run, play fetch, wander, and decompress. The property also has open land, trees, wildlife scents, and a peaceful farm-like setting near I-94 and McKnight. This spot is great for dogs who need private space, dogs who do better away from public dog parks, dogs building confidence, or owners who simply want a quiet place to let their dog be a dog. Resident dogs will be kept separate during visits. Please keep dogs supervised, clean up after your dog, and close all gates behind you. Unfenced areas should be used on leash unless otherwise discussed.

Small dog friendly

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Trash can

10 credits dog / hour
Maplewood, MN
Maplewood Private Farm Dog Park (5-acres) | Sniffspot
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MaplewoodMinnesota
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
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Private dog park

4.81(172)

Thomas's 75 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Farmington

Unfenced
75 acres

90 minute time slot. We have an open 70 acres surrounding a private pond with a trail thru the fields and woods around nature. The time allotment is 90 minutes only. We ask that our guests park by the barn and go straight to the lake then to the left around the lake. Trails are marked. It is about a 1 mile trail or more. trails are not plowed open in the winter but are perfect for snow shoeing, hiking an fat tire bikes in the snow on the trails or perfect spring to fall on the maintained trails.

Fertilizer-free

Sign at entrance

Table

Field

Awesome land! The pond was gorgeous and we saw all the baby geese! more

20 credits dog / hour
Farmington, MN
Thomas's 75 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Farmington | Sniffspot
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FarmingtonMinnesota
4.8172
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
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Private dog park

4.99(786)

Acker's 10 Acre Private Dog Park In Afton

Fully Fenced
10 acres

We are about a quarter mile off the main road and our 10 acres go deeper into the woods. We have about 5 acres of wooded areas and 5 acres of open trails. It is a beautiful and private property. The property is 100% fenced- the fencing is 3 feet high- there is a gate in the driveway, once closed it is completely fenced in. We have water available for dogs- due to the cold weather, please message me if you want water available during your visit and I will put it out ahead of time if I am home.

Small dog friendly

Dog toys

Dog drinking water

Chairs

It was perfect! more

15 credits dog / hour
Afton, MN
Acker's 10 Acre Private Dog Park In Afton | Sniffspot
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invoice
AftonMinnesota
5.0786
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
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Private dog park

4.90(21)

Oak Ridge Acres Dog Sanctuary's 10 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Forest Lake

Unfenced
10 acres

Water - kiddie pool

Water - hose

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Such a great spot with a clearly marked trail. Lots of shade and you can se... more

5 credits dog / hour
Forest Lake, MN
Oak Ridge Acres Dog Sanctuary's 10 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Forest Lake | Sniffspot
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Forest LakeMinnesota
4.921
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
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Private dog park

4.99(385)

Opportunity Woods Private Dog Park In Ridgeland

Fully Fenced
5 acres

Opportunity Woods offers 5+ acres of hilly woods and long grass meadow surrounded by a secure 6 foot fence. Several benches are placed along the rustic trails, but of course, there is no need to stay on a trail! A water bowl can be found and filled from the human-potable water hydrant, where you will also find a wading pool for dog and human use in summer. There is a roofed picnic/shade shelter just up the hill from the hydrant. Take in the serene view of the surrounding area, and get a birdseye view of Opportunity Farm, where sheep graze the nearby paddocks. Wire-wheel tables and chairs are available for relaxing, hanging out with your dog, having a picnic, a birthday party with your dog's pals or watching a dramatic rising or setting of a full moon. Have your dog invite their friends to join in the fun, or have a private play date just with you!

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Water - hose

Dog drinking water

This place was remarkable. Private entrance, part forest, and part open are... more

12.5 credits dog / hour
Ridgeland, WI
Opportunity Woods Private Dog Park In Ridgeland | Sniffspot
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invoice
RidgelandWisconsin
5.0385
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
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Private dog park

4.99(693)

7 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Lindstrom

Fully Fenced
7 acres

Our property is a dog’s paradise! We have an open backyard, wooded trails, and an orchard out back with tall grasses. We keep the trails and orchard mowed for walking, but your dog will have ample woods, puddles, and other adventures at their disposal! Since we live in the woods, we occasionally have trees fall down on our 5 foot welded wire fence. Please be mindful if your dog is an exit seeker, although we walk the fence and mend any spots we see often. There is a large pole barn visible near the gate where you enter that is our neighbor’s yard. His yard/barn is not visible from the rest of the property once you’re down the path a little ways. For SPRING/SUMMER months, tics and mosquitos are around. We do not spray our land, so make sure you and your pup have the protection you need. In summer mosquitos are often worse near dawn and at dusk, especially in thicker parts of the woods, and less so in the backyard and orchard areas. In the winter, we snowmobile our trails to keep them walkable! There may be slippery spots here and there, so prepare accordingly! Be sure to look ahead at the roads on MN 511 in case of winter weather.

Water - hose

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Water - kiddie pool

SO glad I found this spot! Two of our three can be pretty reactive around ... more

15 credits dog / hour
Lindstrom, MN
7 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Lindstrom | Sniffspot
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invoice
LindstromMinnesota
5.0693
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
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Private dog park

4.99(1,266)

Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun!

Partially Fenced
15 acres

🌸🌿🌱🌦️ Welcome to Spring at Poppy’s! The prairie and woods are coming alive! But spring also brings unpredictable weather, leading to changing conditions on the trails. Please come prepared for mud and uneven trails. But we can always promise excellent sniffs and adventure for your 4-legged friends no matter what! **Fostering a dog? Message for special discounts** This is our private residence. Our dogs love walking the trails, sprinting through the woods, and diving through the prairie grasses. We love offering other pups the chance to enjoy it too! The trails are mostly wooded, and there is a ravine with a small creek (often dry in the summer). There are areas of trails, woods, prairie, and mowed grass. There is a barbed-wire fence marking the property line around the property, however it is not fully-fenced. Your dog will need to know to stay close enough to you or respond to your calls. *Poop bags provided* 10% of all profit is donated to dog rescue organizations

Water - hose

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

We loved this sniff spot! We were so impressed by the variety of well-kept ... more

18 credits dog / hour
Chaska, MN
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
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invoice
ChaskaMinnesota
5.01266
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Airport Dog Park 1

7.8 acres

Airport Dog Park 1 is a small dog friendly park located at 2501 W 61st St in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The park features amenities such as tables and trails for both owners and their furry companions to enjoy. Airport Dog Park 1 is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing a convenient option for dog owners to visit at any time.

Park hours: Open 24 hours 7 days per Week

Small dog friendly

Table

Trail

No fee info
Minneapolis, MN
Airport Dog Park 1 | Sniffspot
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invoice
MinneapolisMinnesota
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4.87(185)

Dreamdogos Private Dog Park In Isanti

Partially Fenced
55 acres

Dog treats

Dog toys

Agility equipment

Water - kiddie pool

My dogs enjoyed their time here! Wooded and prairie type areas. more

10 credits dog / hour
Isanti, MN
Dreamdogos Private Dog Park In Isanti | Sniffspot
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invoice
IsantiMinnesota
4.9185
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Lions Park with Dog Park

Unfenced
6.8 acres

Lions Park in New Hope, MN features an unfenced dog park area where small dogs can play and socialize. The park offers amenities such as dog drinking water, a field, and trails for both dogs and their owners to enjoy. Open from 6 AM to 10 PM, 7 days a week, this park provides a spacious and inviting environment for dogs to exercise and have fun.

Park hours: 6 AM–10 PM 7 days per Week

Small dog friendly

Dog drinking water

Field

Trail

No fee info
Minneapolis, MN
Lions Park with Dog Park | Sniffspot
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MinneapolisMinnesota
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
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Private dog park

4.96(1,083)

10 Beautiful Acres with River 12 minutes from Hudson WI

Fully Fenced
18 acres

12/31/25 update: I have tried to maintain a plowed trail, but the wind gusts are doing everything they can to stop me. The field has snow drifts over the trail. PARKING only at the barn/field entrance. You will not be able to drive into the field until after snow melt and once the ground firms up, likely in late April to mid May. We have a beautiful piece of land with a (mostly) fenced perimeter and 1/3 acre fully fenced doggy play area. If you drive in by the picnic table you are in the center of 18 acres to play on and will be quite a distance from the road. There are mowed walking paths to the beautiful Kinnickinnic river, far away from other people and animals. You and your dog will love it here! The river is cold and easy for dogs to hop in and out, (not easy for humans right now). If you want to keep them out of the water there is about 10 acres of open field where you park, separate and above the river so you don't need to have them down by the water at all. (although most dogs gravitate to there!)

Parkour obstacles

Dog treats

Dog toys

Fertilizer-free

Love the walking trails throughout the property. My dog loved getting to ta... more

15 credits dog / hour
Roberts, WI
10 Beautiful Acres with River 12 minutes from Hudson WI | Sniffspot
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RobertsWisconsin
5.01083
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(1)

Sarah's Private Dog Park In Afton

Unfenced
9.7 acres

10 acres. Horses and sheep to see. Back unfenced pasture and up the hill woods to explore.

Pesticide-free

Water - hose

Dog drinking water

Trash can

They are new to the Sniffspot! Then so I am! My dog and I had fun walking... more

15 credits dog / hour
Afton, MN
Sarah's Private Dog Park In Afton | Sniffspot
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invoice
AftonMinnesota
5.01
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

Kay's 10 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Corcoran

Partially Fenced
10 acres

Plan is to open site by June 30, 2026. Front area will have a securely fenced area, as well as adjacent grassy unfenced area. Upon following the driveway to behind the residence, there is another less securely fenced area. This area exits to a pond area and another bigger grassy area. At the point that the path crosses over the creek, a sign posted will request dogs to be leashed beyond that point, both for safety and for the purpose of avoiding intruding upon the neighbor’s property. Various walking paths will be cleared through the small woods, after which walkers may double back and complete their trek in the area around the barn and residence. There will be a small picnic area outside of the front fully fenced private dog park area.

Dog toys

Water - kiddie pool

Water - hose

Fertilizer-free

10 credits dog / hour
Corcoran, MN
Kay's 10 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Corcoran | Sniffspot
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CorcoranMinnesota
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

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Why rent a private dog hiking trails in Afton, Minnesota?

FeaturesSniffspotPublic park
Designed for private play
Rentable by the hour
Off leash options
Very large and/or fully fenced options
PricingAvg 10-20 credits per visit - learn moreFree

How do Afton'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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Frequently asked questions about Afton dog hiking trails

What types of dog hiking trails are available in Afton?

Afton has 13 dog hiking trails offers wooded trails, open meadows, and varied natural terrain. Whether you need a fully-fenced space for poor recall, a quiet location for a reactive dog, appropriate sizing for small breeds, gentle terrain for seniors, or specific amenities like water features or agility equipment, you'll find options in Afton. Filter by fencing, size, distractions, and amenities to match your needs.

When can I book dog hiking trails in Afton?

Afton dog hiking trails are available based on host scheduling—many operate dawn to dusk or even 24/7. Unlike public dog parks with rigid hours, you choose the exact time that works for you. Check individual Afton listings for specific availability. Flexible scheduling is especially helpful for dogs with specific needs: reactive dogs who do better during quieter times, working dog owners needing early/late slots, or seniors needing cooler morning hours.

How do I book a dog hiking trail in Afton?

Browse 13 available dog hiking trails in Afton, select your preferred date and time, and reserve through Sniffspot. Most Afton locations offer instant booking. You'll receive confirmation, exact address, and entry instructions. The booking process takes just minutes—perfect when your dog needs exercise, whether that's a reactive dog requiring safe space, a puppy needing socialization, or an energetic dog burning off steam.

What's the most popular dog hiking trail in Afton?

Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! is highly rated among Afton dog hiking trails, known for excellent amenities and positive reviews. However, the "best" spot depends on your dog's needs—reactive dogs might prioritize privacy and quiet, puppies might need secure fencing, seniors might want flat terrain, while active dogs might want maximum running space. Browse Afton listings to find your ideal match.

Can I use Afton dog hiking trails for training sessions?

Yes! Afton dog hiking trails are perfect for training because they're private and distraction-free. Work on recall, practice trail recall in natural environments, leash manners on varied terrain, or hiking endurance building, help reactive dogs build confidence, socialize puppies, or work on obedience—all without public dog park unpredictability. Many Afton professional trainers use these spaces for client sessions with all types of dogs.

Do Afton dog hiking trails accommodate multiple dogs?

Most Afton dog hiking trails welcome multiple dogs from the same household. Some hosts set limits (check listings for specifics). If you have several dogs—especially if some are reactive toward strange dogs or if you have mixed ages (puppies and seniors)—private dog hiking trails let them play together safely without outside interference or triggers.

What amenities do Afton dog hiking trails offer?

Afton dog hiking trails feature amenities like marked trail paths through natural terrain, open meadow areas for off-leash play, and shaded rest spots along the route. Many hosts provide extras: poop bags, water stations, toys, shaded seating, parking, even dog wash stations. Each Afton listing clearly shows what's available. Look for amenities matching your dog's needs: shade for heat-sensitive breeds, water for swimmers, agility for active dogs, or privacy features for anxious pets.

Are Afton dog hiking trails available year-round?

Many Afton hosts maintain their dog hiking trails throughout all seasons. Filter for covered or climate-controlled options if weather matters. Indoor dog hiking trails provide year-round access regardless of Afton weather conditions. Check individual listings for seasonal availability and policies.

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