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
No other dogs during your visits
Only you and your dogs are allowed to enter a spot during the time you've booked it
Reactive dogs welcome
Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind
Monthly memberships
Many of our dog parks have the option to access member-only benefits with a fixed monthly price
What people say about dog parks around Charleston, South Carolina
Megan P.
July 2021
We love this space! It's so beautiful fun for the dogs. Koko loves the shade and breeze under the tree.
Cambria N.
August 2022
Hannah’s yard was cozy and well kept. The back tree line had lots of squirrel and bird activity that my doggo loved and the patio had comfy seating. Would absolutely recommend!
Ally Z.
September 2023
This yard is perfect and very close to downtown Charleston! Our 2 dogs loved it. Well secured, lots of space to play, and a cute neighborhood. We will be back :)
Skylar H.
March 2023
Super nice and private! Lots of room and secure fence. Took a shelter pup out for the day and this was a great place to let her off leash and have fun
Jamie R.
March 2023
Very nice yard! People and the street are visible at times. Big and fenced in, a nice retreat for dogs.
Abigail A.
March 2023
Very nice & quiet. My dogs had a nice relaxing sniff around and we all enjoyed sitting in the sun.
Brown D.
February 2023
Johnathan's yard is great to let the dogs run on. it is nicely cleared for lots of space to run! He is super friendly as well.
Christy B.
July 2023
Susan’s yard is absolutely beautiful - plenty of space for a dog to run. Not my dog, my dog doesn’t know how to play…but some other dog probably 🤣 Kitsune did enjoy snuffling around and all the new smells. Susan messaged before our arrival with instructions on where to park, the tricky gate, and where the hose was for the water dish and/or baby pool.
I enjoyed a seat in the shade while he did his thing. We didn’t stay the whole hour, like I said, my dog doesn’t really play. But I think we’ll be back!
Hannah B.
June 2023
This is a great backyard for both dogs and their human! The dogs were able to run around, get a drink of fresh water and even splash in the small pool provided. Directions and communication were clear and easy to follow.
Katy A.
April 2023
Large private fenced in yard, perfect if you have dogs like mine that react to other animals and people. Well kept yard, nice open space for the dogs to run and play. There is also a couple places for you to sit , one of them under a covering and she provides a hose and dish for water. We had an amazing time and will definitely be going back again. I highly recommend.
Jamie R.
March 2023
We loved Susan’s yard!! It’s fully fenced with privacy fence so no distractions. It’s big enough for the dog to run laps. Fun things to sniff and the host had water. Will definitely be back again. Thank you!
Elizabeth T.
December 2022
Nice secure fencing and plenty of space to run around! She enjoyed running as much as watching the squirrels and birds, sniffing around, and sun bathing.
One note is that we did hear a neighbor dog bark, but didn’t see any dogs!
Suzie C.
November 2022
First time using Sniffspot and Susan’s yard did not disappoint! Plenty of room for my dogs to run; the yard is bigger than it looks online! She was kind enough to have a water bowl and a hose available. Beautiful landscaping and there’s a hammock to swing in while you wait for your dogs to tire themselves out. We will be back!
Savannah M.
August 2023
Such a pretty yard! There were a few spots to sit and lots of room for my pup to run. There are dogs on either side of the fence towards the end of our visit that were barking, so keep that in mind if your pup can’t handle that. Remember to bring bug spray too!
Emily R.
November 2022
Fantastic place! It’s very clean and we didn’t have any worry about holes in the fence. The owner is so nice and checked in on us. She even allowed us to go on her back porch if it started raining. I highly recommend and will probably visit again.
Emily H.
January 2023
Very nice yard and secure fence! My pup enjoyed her time.
Caro S.
July 2023
Best spot in town!
Brown D.
February 2023
Great space for our dogs to play! Owner's are very nice as well!
Timothy M.
April 2023
Very nice spot
Elizabeth T.
February 2023
Always love visiting Susan’s yard! Very safe and spacious!
What other types of private dog parks are available?
Dog water parks
Many hosts have added water features like pools and/or are nearby lakes or rivers.
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. 0% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Charleston 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 53 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 7 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 Charleston have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 53 fully fenced dog parks in or near Charleston. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Charleston?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Charleston. The most popular agility option is Dawn's Private Dog Park In Summerville.
Where in Charleston can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Charleston?
There are 7 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Charleston where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Small working farm on Johns Island.