55Steve was a wonderful host and was so welcoming towards me & my pup. Brought out towels so we could dry from the creek. Would love to come again! Sneha K.
Sneha K.
February 2024
Steve was a wonderful host and was so welcoming towards me & my pup. Brought out towels so we could dry from the creek. Would love to come again!
Stephen's 175 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Athens | Sniffspot
55Fantastic spot for dogs!
Our dogs are partially good at recall and we were very comfortable having them off-leash (once we were past the deer pack at the beginning).
Just an absolutely fabulous location with the creek. Fantastic host who told us where we could walk and what to expect - thanks!
Will 10/10 be coming to visit again!Jordan T.
Jordan T.
April 2024
Fantastic spot for dogs!
Our dogs are partially good at recall and we were very comfortable having them off-leash (once we were past the deer pack at the beginning).
Just an absolutely fabulous location with the creek. Fantastic host who told us where we could walk and what to expect - thanks!
Will 10/10 be coming to visit again!
Stephen's 175 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Athens | Sniffspot
55Stephen greeted us kindly and gave us helpful information about his spot! No animals or distractions around - Trail is well maintained and beautiful. The creek is easily accessible and our pup loved it! lizzie m.
lizzie m.
April 2024
Stephen greeted us kindly and gave us helpful information about his spot! No animals or distractions around - Trail is well maintained and beautiful. The creek is easily accessible and our pup loved it!
Stephen's 175 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Athens | Sniffspot
55Another glorious outing with my four dogs… imho it doesn’t get any better than this! Hands down, my favorite spot and I believe my dogs’, as well.marilyn d.
marilyn d.
April 2024
Another glorious outing with my four dogs… imho it doesn’t get any better than this! Hands down, my favorite spot and I believe my dogs’, as well.
Kristin's Private Fenced Yard In Athens | Sniffspot
55This is a nice quiet spot! Host was very communicative and let us know beforehand about a fallen tree on the fence. My dog enjoyed sniffing around the yard!Kathryn K.
Kathryn K.
July 2023
This is a nice quiet spot! Host was very communicative and let us know beforehand about a fallen tree on the fence. My dog enjoyed sniffing around the yard!
Sanford's's Private Dog Park In Snellville | Sniffspot
55They were wonderful. Life happened and I was late to my hour reservation. They graciously let me stay past my reserved time so I could get my whole hour. The dogs had a ton of fun! Becky H.
Becky H.
December 2022
They were wonderful. Life happened and I was late to my hour reservation. They graciously let me stay past my reserved time so I could get my whole hour. The dogs had a ton of fun!
Sanford's's Private Dog Park In Snellville | Sniffspot
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FAQ about our Athens 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 Athens 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 140 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 29 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 Athens have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 140 fully fenced dog parks in or near Athens. Browse all fully enclosed options.