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Top public and private dog hiking trails in Crozet, Virginia

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Private dog park

4.98(583)

Michele's Private Dog Park In Charlottesville- There are 17 farm fields within the farm so you must call us before visit for your assigned vacant pasture.

Fully Fenced
330 acres

A safe, country 300+ acre farm that neighbors call LabLand:). ADDRESS We have a creek, & vacant, WELL fenced field for non aggressive dogs. We have hundreds of sheep so we gotta move sheep off adjacent pasture before you come so call evening ahead so we can prepare for your visit. We work 1 day out from a reservation. Please call our cell is 434-882-2222. After 37 years up here on the funny farm we know where dogs like to smell & check out:) michele & joel mangham or email us at [email protected] our sniff spot address is 171 Little Mountain Farm, chlv, 22911. There are 17 fields within the farm so you must call us for assigned field.

Agility equipment

Parkour obstacles

Dog toys

Digging area

Doggies loved Lake Land, lots of good sniffing and zooming more

10 credits dog / hour
Charlottesville, VA
Michele's Private Dog Park In Charlottesville- There are 17 farm fields within the farm so you must call us before visit for your assigned vacant pasture. | Sniffspot
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CharlottesvilleVirginia
4.98583
Sniffspot[email protected]
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

4.98(239)

Juno's 40 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville

Unfenced
40 acres

The property is at the end of a 0.8 mile gravel driveway. There are paths around the property in the woods and a field for ball chasing. It’s very far from a main road and safe for running off leash.

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Dog drinking water

FIVE STARS every time. My favorite spot! And the host had blown the leaves... more

10 credits dog / hour
Charlottesville, VA
Juno's 40 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
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invoice
CharlottesvilleVirginia
4.98239
Sniffspot[email protected]
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

5(51)

Julie's 200 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Palmyra

Unfenced
200 acres

Old 200 acre farmland property our family has owned since 1949, has 16 acres of fields open, a 2 acre pond and 6 miles of trails in the woods.

Dock for dog diving

Fertilizer-free

Water - hose

Small dog friendly

Excellent spot! Thank you for having us more

10 credits dog / hour
Palmyra, VA
Julie's 200 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Palmyra | Sniffspot
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invoice
PalmyraVirginia
551
Sniffspot[email protected]
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

Tracy's 5 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Greenville

Partially Fenced
5 acres

River, stream or creek

Trail

4 credits dog / hour
Greenville, VA
Tracy's 5 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Greenville | Sniffspot
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invoice
GreenvilleVirginia
Sniffspot[email protected]
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Grottoes Dog Park

26 acres

The Grottoes Dog Park is located at 75 MC+3G in Grottoes, Virginia, United States. This park offers amenities such as a field and trail for dogs to exercise and socialize. The park is open from 5:30 AM to 10 PM, seven days a week, allowing for convenient access for dog owners and their furry friends to enjoy the park at various times throughout the day.

Park hours: 5:30 AM–10 PM 7 days per Week

Field

Trail

No fee info
Grottoes, VA
Grottoes Dog Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
GrottoesVirginia
Sniffspot[email protected]
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

Joe's 8 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Staunton

Partially Fenced
8 acres

8 partially wooded acres just outside of Staunton. There are a few trails with more to come soon. Going off trail is allowed just please stay within the allowed area. Leashes are required when close to the house as we have cats, dogs and other farm animals but, once you get a little farther back, let them run.

Fertilizer-free

Small dog friendly

Field

Flower garden

5 credits dog / hour
Staunton, VA
Joe's 8 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Staunton | Sniffspot
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invoice
StauntonVirginia
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David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

Rachel's 5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Scottsville

Unfenced
5 acres

Welcome to Elysium Farms! We are located in scenic Scottsville, VA down a private gravel road. We have access to a walking trail, large pasture, woods, and a creek! We have fenced-in farm animals your dogs can view. We will provide camping chairs, bottled water, water for your dog, a kiddie swimming pool and water for your dog to drink. We do have 3 dogs of our own, but they are fenced in with our underground fencing and with notice, we will be happy to lock them inside the house for your peace of mind and comfort! This is all on private, family land with plenty of roaming land!

Water - kiddie pool

Digging area

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

10 credits dog / hour
Scottsville, VA
Rachel's 5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Scottsville | Sniffspot
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ScottsvilleVirginia
Sniffspot[email protected]
David AdamsFounder
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Justin's 5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Elkton

Unfenced
5 acres

Trail

4 credits dog / hour
Elkton, VA
Justin's 5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Elkton | Sniffspot
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ElktonVirginia
Sniffspot[email protected]
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

Laken's 22 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Palmyra

Unfenced
22 acres

Our property is nestled on approximately 50 acres, offering plenty of space for dogs to explore and enjoy. While not all of the land is cleared, there is a large, open cleared area surrounding our two homes. The rest of the property is beautifully wooded, with a trail that winds around the property and provides a great space for walks, sniffing, and exploring. Please note: Because of the wooded areas and natural setting, ticks can be commonly found throughout the woods. We recommend checking your dog for ticks after exploring the wooded portions of the property.

Trail

Farm animal sightings

Field

Long grass

10 credits dog / hour
Palmyra, VA
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PalmyraVirginia
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David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

Staver Farm Private Dog Park Nelson Va

Partially Fenced
100 acres

100 plus acre property, woods, trails, wildlife

Digging area

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Sign at entrance

10 credits dog / hour
Shipman, VA
Staver Farm Private Dog Park Nelson Va | Sniffspot
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invoice
ShipmanVirginia
Sniffspot[email protected]
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

Adanna's 7 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Farmville

Unfenced
7 acres

Digging area

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

4 credits dog / hour
Farmville, VA
Adanna's 7 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Farmville | Sniffspot
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FarmvilleVirginia
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David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4(1)

The Shelby and Gracie Walking Path

Unfenced
6 acres

There is a 8 foot wide, half mile path that runs the perimeter of a 6 acre wooded lot. The path is mulched. There is no fence, but lined by trees. If your dog has good recall, they are free to roam, as are you. Its a beautiful, peaceful and serene walk around a quiet wooded area. There is some terrain, and good for a runner as well. You will be required to pick up after your dog.

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Off street parking

5 credits dog / hour
Farmville, VA
The Shelby and Gracie Walking Path | Sniffspot
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FarmvilleVirginia
41
Sniffspot[email protected]
David AdamsFounder

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Why rent a private dog hiking trails in Crozet, Virginia?

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What people say about dog hiking trails around Crozet, Virginia

Amanda's 5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
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invoice
CharlottesvilleVirginia22901US
Sniffspot[email protected]
David AdamsFounder
55My dogs had a blast at Amanda’s spot! They loved exploring and splashing around in the small creek. We will definitely be back!
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Julia D.
September 2023
My dogs had a blast at Amanda’s spot! They loved exploring and splashing around in the small creek. We will definitely be back!
Amanda's 5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
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CharlottesvilleVirginia22901US
Sniffspot[email protected]
David AdamsFounder
55This was my first Sniffspot and I appreciated Amanda's sweet welcome message and encouragement to enjoy the space. Everything was great! I loved how close we were to Charlottesville shops (esp Trader Joe's!) and it was an easy stop on a road trip to walk and picnic with our dog. Lots of room to walk × my dog enjoyed dunking herself in a little watering hole part of the stream (stream was dry at time if our visit). We mostly walked with a long line after an inadvertent deer chasing. My dog came back to her whistle recall and we did not test it again.
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Madeline G.
September 2023
This was my first Sniffspot and I appreciated Amanda's sweet welcome message and encouragement to enjoy the space. Everything was great! I loved how close we were to Charlottesville shops (esp Trader Joe's!) and it was an easy stop on a road trip to walk and picnic with our dog. Lots of room to walk × my dog enjoyed dunking herself in a little watering hole part of the stream (stream was dry at time if our visit). We mostly walked with a long line after an inadvertent deer chasing. My dog came back to her whistle recall and we did not test it again.
Amanda's 5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
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invoice
CharlottesvilleVirginia22901US
Sniffspot[email protected]
David AdamsFounder
55I’m pretty sure my dog had one of his best days today, romping over the whole space here at Amanda’s. He’s not a swimmer, but he loved splashing in the creek - although that might also be because he had a bath two days ago! I did three laps of the trails while my dog did about 27. He was thrilled to be able to run and explore as he pleased! My dog is dog reactive, so I asked Amanda to keep her dog in and we never even heard a peep. There is one bordering neighbor at the back of the woods with dogs, but they were securely fenced and we merely heard a bit of barking. It was such a joy to see my dog be able to freely run off leash, living his best life, without worrying about a negative encounter. (Joy for him and joy for me!)
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Nancy C.
September 2023
I’m pretty sure my dog had one of his best days today, romping over the whole space here at Amanda’s. He’s not a swimmer, but he loved splashing in the creek - although that might also be because he had a bath two days ago! I did three laps of the trails while my dog did about 27. He was thrilled to be able to run and explore as he pleased! My dog is dog reactive, so I asked Amanda to keep her dog in and we never even heard a peep. There is one bordering neighbor at the back of the woods with dogs, but they were securely fenced and we merely heard a bit of barking. It was such a joy to see my dog be able to freely run off leash, living his best life, without worrying about a negative encounter. (Joy for him and joy for me!)
Amanda's 5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
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invoice
CharlottesvilleVirginia22901US
Sniffspot[email protected]
David AdamsFounder
55Amanda's place is perfect, my girls had the best time playing in the creeks, running the trails and sniffing all the things! I can see this becoming our new favorite place! The trails are marked and mostly clear (beware of spider webs!) We will definitely be back.
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Crystal D.
August 2023
Amanda's place is perfect, my girls had the best time playing in the creeks, running the trails and sniffing all the things! I can see this becoming our new favorite place! The trails are marked and mostly clear (beware of spider webs!) We will definitely be back.

How do Crozet's private dog hiking trails work?

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Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit

Designed for private play

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Reactive dogs welcome

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Frequently asked questions about Crozet dog hiking trails

Why are private dog hiking trails better than public dog parks in Crozet?

Private dog hiking trails in Crozet eliminate major public park risks: unpredictable dog encounters that scare puppies, aggressive dogs that trigger reactive behavior, chaotic crowds that overwhelm seniors or small dogs, and disease transmission from dozens of unknown dogs. Crozet's 12 private dog hiking trails offer complete privacy, professionally maintained cleanliness, and controlled environments. Whether you have a fearful puppy, a reactive adult, a fragile senior, or simply want peace of mind, private bookings give you control.

How safe are Crozet dog hiking trails compared to public dog parks?

Crozet dog hiking trails are significantly safer than public facilities. Public dog parks risk: aggressive dogs, inattentive owners, disease transmission, overcrowding that triggers reactive behaviors or injuries. Private Crozet dog hiking trails eliminate these concerns—bookings are completely private, all guests have vaccinated dogs (or titers), and hosts maintain clean spaces. 93% of Sniffspot reviews are 5 stars.

Are Crozet dog hiking trails safe for reactive dogs?

Crozet owners of reactive dogs choose dog hiking trails because they offer safe, private environments for off-leash exercise without the triggers of public dog parks. Complete privacy means no unexpected dog encounters, no overwhelming chaos, no aggressive dogs. Reactive dogs can finally enjoy natural exploration and varied terrain while building confidence in a controlled setting. Many Crozet reactive dog owners say Sniffspot is their only safe exercise option.

Can anxious dogs safely use Crozet dog hiking trails?

Yes! Crozet dog hiking trails provide controlled environments perfect for anxious or fearful dogs. No other dogs means no triggers, no overwhelming situations. Anxious dogs can explore a natural outdoor path where dogs can explore varied terrain off-leash in a safe, private environment at their own pace without stress. Many Crozet dog hiking trails offer quiet, spacious settings ideal for building confidence in nervous dogs who struggle at chaotic public dog parks.

Are Crozet dog hiking trails good for small dogs?

Absolutely! Small dogs benefit enormously from Crozet dog hiking trails because they can explore without fear of being trampled or intimidated by larger breeds. Many small dog owners in Crozet avoid public parks entirely due to safety concerns—dog hiking trails eliminate that worry. Filter for appropriate sizing, secure fencing with no gaps, and hosts who understand petite pup needs.

Do Crozet dog hiking trails work for senior dogs?

Yes! Senior dogs thrive at Crozet dog hiking trails because they can move at their own pace without being knocked over by rambunctious puppies or young dogs. Look for Crozet dog hiking trails with flat terrain, easy access, shade, and smaller sizes if your senior has mobility limitations. The privacy means your older dog can rest when needed and enjoy gentle exercise without stress.

What do Crozet dog owners say about dog hiking trails?

Reviews of Crozet dog hiking trails consistently highlight: excellent privacy for all dog types, secure fencing that prevented escapes, clean and well-maintained spaces, responsive hosts, and safe environments for anxious, fearful, reactive, senior, and small dogs. Local favorite Michele's Private Dog Park In Charlottesville- There are 17 farm fields within the farm so you must call us before visit for your assigned vacant pasture. is particularly praised in Crozet. Read reviews to see real experiences from Crozet dog owners with similar needs.

How clean and maintained are Crozet dog hiking trails?

Crozet hosts maintain their own dog hiking trails and take pride in providing excellent experiences. All guests must have vaccinated dogs (or titers). Many Crozet hosts provide poop bags, trash cans, and regular cleaning. Reviews highlight maintenance quality—browse Crozet dog hiking trail listings to see real feedback about cleanliness and upkeep.

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