55This location was very easy to get to and quiet. Very easy instructions and overall a great experience. I will gladly take my pup back here! Danielle B.
Danielle B.
November 2022
This location was very easy to get to and quiet. Very easy instructions and overall a great experience. I will gladly take my pup back here!
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55Nice dry space, well maintained. Easy to gain access and my three big dogs had plenty of room to run! They had some balls in the yard as wellElizabeth U.
Elizabeth U.
February 2023
Nice dry space, well maintained. Easy to gain access and my three big dogs had plenty of room to run! They had some balls in the yard as well
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55Our girls had a wonderful time running around! The spot was easy to find, easy to access, and big enough for them to get all of their energy out. Definitely will be back!Cayte M.
Cayte M.
March 2023
Our girls had a wonderful time running around! The spot was easy to find, easy to access, and big enough for them to get all of their energy out. Definitely will be back!
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55This was my first time visiting and my first time using sniffspot! Overall it was a 10/10..the yard was beautiful and perfectly sized just like the pictures. They had water bowls readily available and soooooo many balls! Definitely will return! To add I messaged the owner with a timing question and they responded back within seconds. I appreciate the quick response and hospitality. Thank you!Elizabeth C.
Elizabeth C.
March 2023
This was my first time visiting and my first time using sniffspot! Overall it was a 10/10..the yard was beautiful and perfectly sized just like the pictures. They had water bowls readily available and soooooo many balls! Definitely will return! To add I messaged the owner with a timing question and they responded back within seconds. I appreciate the quick response and hospitality. Thank you!
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55Space was clean and well kept. Lots of room for my puppy to play. They already had a couples balls out for us to use/a water bowl. My pup loved it and fell asleep as soon as we got in the car. Will definitely be back. Arianne D.
Arianne D.
April 2023
Space was clean and well kept. Lots of room for my puppy to play. They already had a couples balls out for us to use/a water bowl. My pup loved it and fell asleep as soon as we got in the car. Will definitely be back.
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55Very easy to find & a nice spacious area for my pups to play! I loved that there were chairs for me to sit & relax while my dogs ran around. Will be back again!Sophia A.
Sophia A.
April 2023
Very easy to find & a nice spacious area for my pups to play! I loved that there were chairs for me to sit & relax while my dogs ran around. Will be back again!
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55We had a blast! Easy to access, no dogs/human distractions when we were there! Great for a nervous dog. Nice water access and places to sit if you like that. Warning there are tennis balls if that is a thing for you. We just picked them up.Alicia C.
Alicia C.
May 2023
We had a blast! Easy to access, no dogs/human distractions when we were there! Great for a nervous dog. Nice water access and places to sit if you like that. Warning there are tennis balls if that is a thing for you. We just picked them up.
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55So perfect for everyone. Large space, shade tree, water hose, bowl, plenty of seating, smoking area, fully fenced, privacy respected, easy to find, very green lucious grass with flowers to the side. Laura G.
Laura G.
May 2023
So perfect for everyone. Large space, shade tree, water hose, bowl, plenty of seating, smoking area, fully fenced, privacy respected, easy to find, very green lucious grass with flowers to the side.
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55Excellent yard! Very clean, peaceful, large and beautiful with lots of shade. Chain link fence is very secure around the whole perimeter, and gates go to the ground. I have small dogs, so I just had to watch them to make sure they didn’t just hang out under the large bushes, looking for rabbits. I also like that there is a patio instead of a deck, as my littles always try to get under things. We will definitely visit again! Tina J.
Tina J.
July 2023
Excellent yard! Very clean, peaceful, large and beautiful with lots of shade. Chain link fence is very secure around the whole perimeter, and gates go to the ground. I have small dogs, so I just had to watch them to make sure they didn’t just hang out under the large bushes, looking for rabbits. I also like that there is a patio instead of a deck, as my littles always try to get under things. We will definitely visit again!
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55We love visiting this spot! Phoebe loves exploring the shrubs and sniffing. There's plenty of room for running and fetch, too. We've visited several times, and will be back soon! Valerie B.
Valerie B.
November 2023
We love visiting this spot! Phoebe loves exploring the shrubs and sniffing. There's plenty of room for running and fetch, too. We've visited several times, and will be back soon!
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55Finding the spot, parking, and getting in were all so easy! At one point the neighbor dog was on the other side of the chain-link fence, but he was so calm that the two dogs just sniffed each other and went about their business. Fully fenced with no gaps as advertised, so I didn't have to worry about her escaping and she had a blast sniffing and playing fetch!Clare D.
Clare D.
December 2023
Finding the spot, parking, and getting in were all so easy! At one point the neighbor dog was on the other side of the chain-link fence, but he was so calm that the two dogs just sniffed each other and went about their business. Fully fenced with no gaps as advertised, so I didn't have to worry about her escaping and she had a blast sniffing and playing fetch!
Fully fenced and grassed 1/4 acre lot in Des Moines metro. | Sniffspot
55This was the perfect space for our doggo! Plenty of space, clean, and there weren’t any neighboring dogs or people around. We had a great time! Can’t wait to come back! Ciara L.
Ciara L.
March 2024
This was the perfect space for our doggo! Plenty of space, clean, and there weren’t any neighboring dogs or people around. We had a great time! Can’t wait to come back!
Charity's Private Dog Park In Des Moines | Sniffspot
55Our fav spot yet!!! Our dogs loved the various water spots. The host left treats, toys, towels, and so much fun!! Our pups were so exhausted we had to leave early to get them in some AC lol! Silvia V.
Silvia V.
July 2023
Our fav spot yet!!! Our dogs loved the various water spots. The host left treats, toys, towels, and so much fun!! Our pups were so exhausted we had to leave early to get them in some AC lol!
Charity's Private Dog Park In Des Moines | Sniffspot
55We had a blast! The host went above and beyond. There’s brand new toys, so many dog treats, a sprinkler, kiddie pool, and more!! There is a section of the fence that is 3 feet tall as stated in the post. There are two dogs living on the other side of the fence, and two really nice neighbors. Just something to keep in mind if your dog is reactive to other dogs. Thanks!! Maddie L.
Maddie L.
August 2023
We had a blast! The host went above and beyond. There’s brand new toys, so many dog treats, a sprinkler, kiddie pool, and more!! There is a section of the fence that is 3 feet tall as stated in the post. There are two dogs living on the other side of the fence, and two really nice neighbors. Just something to keep in mind if your dog is reactive to other dogs. Thanks!!
Charity's Private Dog Park In Des Moines | Sniffspot
55Lots of space for your dog to run and it was so nice they included toys, treats, and seating! Brenna S.
Brenna S.
August 2023
Lots of space for your dog to run and it was so nice they included toys, treats, and seating!
How do Des Moines'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 Des Moines 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. 94% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Des Moines 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 42 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 6 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 Des Moines have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 42 fully fenced dog parks in or near Des Moines. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Des Moines?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Des Moines. The most popular agility option is Bobbijo's Private Dog Park In Des Moines.
Where in Des Moines can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Des Moines area. The highest rated option is My Favorite Spot🐾.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Des Moines?