55Large 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.Katy A.
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.
$Susan's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In West Ashley | Sniffspot
55This 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. Hannah B.
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.
$Susan's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In West Ashley | Sniffspot
55Susan’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!Christy B.
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!
$Jonathan's Private backyard Dog Park In Charleston | Sniffspot
55Super 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 funSkylar H.
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
$Jonathan's Private backyard Dog Park In Charleston | Sniffspot
55This 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 :) Ally Z.
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 :)
$Jonathan's Private backyard Dog Park In Charleston | Sniffspot
55We had such an amazing time visiting Taluma Farms. Robin was an amazing host and gave us up to date information about the space. The views are awesome and there's a great mixture of shady and sunny spots. They even left comfy chairs for us to sit in and a bowl of water for the dogs. We can't wait to visit again. Thank you! Megan P.
Megan P.
March 2021
We had such an amazing time visiting Taluma Farms. Robin was an amazing host and gave us up to date information about the space. The views are awesome and there's a great mixture of shady and sunny spots. They even left comfy chairs for us to sit in and a bowl of water for the dogs. We can't wait to visit again. Thank you!
55This is Disney World for dogs (& people too)! At first, i thought “a sniff spot in Charleston, thats crazy!” BUT THIS IS RAD!!!! Firstly, its right on the water so its pretty and it was high tide and cool. Cecilia, the host is very gracious & there is a swing to sit on & watch your dog go nuts, running everywhere free as a bird. As it SHOULD be, or you can bring a doggie date & watch them play together. what ever you do, if you dont live on a property with LAND, I mean more than a backyard & the JI County Park just isn’t for you or your dog, COME HERE!!
Lindsey
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Lindsey W.
Lindsey W.
April 2021
This is Disney World for dogs (& people too)! At first, i thought “a sniff spot in Charleston, thats crazy!” BUT THIS IS RAD!!!! Firstly, its right on the water so its pretty and it was high tide and cool. Cecilia, the host is very gracious & there is a swing to sit on & watch your dog go nuts, running everywhere free as a bird. As it SHOULD be, or you can bring a doggie date & watch them play together. what ever you do, if you dont live on a property with LAND, I mean more than a backyard & the JI County Park just isn’t for you or your dog, COME HERE!!
Lindsey
❤️☮️🐾& Walks
Pet Squad Chas
petsquadchas@gmail.com
www.petsquadcharleston.com
55its a beautiful spot with lots of space for your pup to run around and sniff! our ACD had a blast running around and sniffing through everything! Robin was an excellent host and let us know all the ins and outs if the property. she also left a water dish and a tin of cookies for our pup to enjoy during her romp around the property! we kept our dog on a 100ft lead as her recall is still a work in progess but we had no issues of her lead getting tangled and she still had plenty of freedom to run free as if she was off leash Elena D.
Elena D.
July 2021
its a beautiful spot with lots of space for your pup to run around and sniff! our ACD had a blast running around and sniffing through everything! Robin was an excellent host and let us know all the ins and outs if the property. she also left a water dish and a tin of cookies for our pup to enjoy during her romp around the property! we kept our dog on a 100ft lead as her recall is still a work in progess but we had no issues of her lead getting tangled and she still had plenty of freedom to run free as if she was off leash
55Hannah’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! Cambria N.
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!
55The host set out a lovely box with some cute toys and treats for my pup! And he had a great time running around, sniffing all the yard smells.Jessica M.
Jessica M.
October 2023
The host set out a lovely box with some cute toys and treats for my pup! And he had a great time running around, sniffing all the yard smells.
55Love this spot! Happy dogs! Plenty of shade for me to get some work done. My pups loved sniffing and lounging around here! We’ll be back! Swayze girl is checking out the treats left—she knows they’re for her! Great host-fresh water, toys and treats! Adie L.
Adie L.
October 2023
Love this spot! Happy dogs! Plenty of shade for me to get some work done. My pups loved sniffing and lounging around here! We’ll be back! Swayze girl is checking out the treats left—she knows they’re for her! Great host-fresh water, toys and treats!
55Very nice backyard! They left a cute little basket of toys and treats so that was very sweet. I ended up extending our stay twice because I was enjoying it so much!Alli M.
Alli M.
November 2023
Very nice backyard! They left a cute little basket of toys and treats so that was very sweet. I ended up extending our stay twice because I was enjoying it so much!
55We had a great time! There was plenty of space and the host left such a cute basket for us with water, and treats, and other items. We’ll be back!Nichole D.
Nichole D.
December 2023
We had a great time! There was plenty of space and the host left such a cute basket for us with water, and treats, and other items. We’ll be back!
55Murphys Yard is a quiet and convenient Charleston spot. We had four young 60 to 70 pound littermates having a birthday reunion and it was the perfect size yard for us. Plenty of room to run and play, but not so large they could get into trouble. The large autofilling water bowl was a favorite gathering spot!Stephen P.
Stephen P.
December 2023
Murphys Yard is a quiet and convenient Charleston spot. We had four young 60 to 70 pound littermates having a birthday reunion and it was the perfect size yard for us. Plenty of room to run and play, but not so large they could get into trouble. The large autofilling water bowl was a favorite gathering spot!
How do Charleston'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 Charleston 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 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 58 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 5 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 58 fully fenced dog parks in or near Charleston. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Charleston?
The Charleston area has 2 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 Small working farm on Johns Island.
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 10 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.