55We had SO much fun. Lots of grass to run in, river to swim in it, chairs to sit in. Melanie has a beautiful property and I’m so so thankful she’s sharing it with us and our fur babies!!!
PSA for the parents with reactive doggos: there was fisherman in a boat that fished in front of the bank for about 30 minutes. They stayed to themselves but I know that might be an issue for some! Lexcie C.
Lexcie C.
August 2023
We had SO much fun. Lots of grass to run in, river to swim in it, chairs to sit in. Melanie has a beautiful property and I’m so so thankful she’s sharing it with us and our fur babies!!!
PSA for the parents with reactive doggos: there was fisherman in a boat that fished in front of the bank for about 30 minutes. They stayed to themselves but I know that might be an issue for some!
55Our favorite place! Thank you, Melanie, for sharing your spot with us! My water dog gets to do water things and run until her heart is content 💕 Maureen M.
Maureen M.
August 2023
Our favorite place! Thank you, Melanie, for sharing your spot with us! My water dog gets to do water things and run until her heart is content 💕
55Oh my gosh! I cannot believe my luck that I get to visit this beautiful piece of land with my dogs. We had a blast. The water has a nice gentle grade (water is down this late in the summer) so the dogs loved chasing a stick and running through the shallows. The field and fire pit are so nice! They have thought of everything and I can’t say enough good. I think we will be making this a weekly summer outing for sure! I can’t wait to rent for a longer stretch of time so we can fully enjoy it. Jennie A.
Jennie A.
August 2023
Oh my gosh! I cannot believe my luck that I get to visit this beautiful piece of land with my dogs. We had a blast. The water has a nice gentle grade (water is down this late in the summer) so the dogs loved chasing a stick and running through the shallows. The field and fire pit are so nice! They have thought of everything and I can’t say enough good. I think we will be making this a weekly summer outing for sure! I can’t wait to rent for a longer stretch of time so we can fully enjoy it.
55A beautiful day! Booked enough time to run the dogs tired, swim plenty, and get some reading done. Totally feels safe going solo and enjoying the surroundings. Beth A.
Beth A.
August 2023
A beautiful day! Booked enough time to run the dogs tired, swim plenty, and get some reading done. Totally feels safe going solo and enjoying the surroundings.
55What a perfect spot to hang out and let the dogs play in the water! The river is calm in that area and there are both shallow and deeper spots depending on what your pup prefers. Kelcie B.
Kelcie B.
September 2023
What a perfect spot to hang out and let the dogs play in the water! The river is calm in that area and there are both shallow and deeper spots depending on what your pup prefers.
55The River Front spot was everything I could have asked for in a place for my dogs to run. Absolutely beautiful, peaceful and the dogs had a blast!Kathi H.
Kathi H.
September 2023
The River Front spot was everything I could have asked for in a place for my dogs to run. Absolutely beautiful, peaceful and the dogs had a blast!
55Amazing spot. My dog had a blast chasing the lure (mini fast CAT) on the large open field. And then a swim in the river to cool down afterwards.
So much room to explore. Our favorite sniff spot for sureLiz P.
Liz P.
September 2023
Amazing spot. My dog had a blast chasing the lure (mini fast CAT) on the large open field. And then a swim in the river to cool down afterwards.
So much room to explore. Our favorite sniff spot for sure
55beautiful spot, so much freedom for the dogs to run around!! awesome host, had chairs, picnic table, treats & they even provided towels if your dogs get in the river! my favorite place!emily h.
emily h.
September 2023
beautiful spot, so much freedom for the dogs to run around!! awesome host, had chairs, picnic table, treats & they even provided towels if your dogs get in the river! my favorite place!
55This is a really nice spot along the river. My Golden’s loved it. Plenty of space for them to run and swim on a beautiful day. Thank you!Elizabeth G.
Elizabeth G.
October 2023
This is a really nice spot along the river. My Golden’s loved it. Plenty of space for them to run and swim on a beautiful day. Thank you!
55I have visited many sniffspots when traveling with my girls, and this is by far the very best spot ever! My three girls had a really fun time. I love all the amenities Melanie provided and we will for sure be back. Laura D.
Laura D.
October 2023
I have visited many sniffspots when traveling with my girls, and this is by far the very best spot ever! My three girls had a really fun time. I love all the amenities Melanie provided and we will for sure be back.
55This is Sniffspot perfection! My 3 heelers had a blast roaming around & swimming. Great spot for dogs and humans to enjoy a private place on the river. Adrienne R.
Adrienne R.
November 2023
This is Sniffspot perfection! My 3 heelers had a blast roaming around & swimming. Great spot for dogs and humans to enjoy a private place on the river.
55Absolutely incredible spot- a new favorite of ours! The space is beautiful with lots of areas to roam around. One thing to note: if you’ve got a curious pup that likes to explore on their own, it’s helpful to have a good recall. Since the space is so big, there are occasional spots where my dog was out of sight. Just make sure you’ve got a decent recall and you will LOVE this spot! Tina C.
Tina C.
December 2023
Absolutely incredible spot- a new favorite of ours! The space is beautiful with lots of areas to roam around. One thing to note: if you’ve got a curious pup that likes to explore on their own, it’s helpful to have a good recall. Since the space is so big, there are occasional spots where my dog was out of sight. Just make sure you’ve got a decent recall and you will LOVE this spot!
55What a fun way to spend a warm Christmas Eve with the dogs! As always, they had an awesome time exploring the woods and open spaces, and plenty of swimming for the youngest. Love this spot so much!Emily Y.
Emily Y.
December 2023
What a fun way to spend a warm Christmas Eve with the dogs! As always, they had an awesome time exploring the woods and open spaces, and plenty of swimming for the youngest. Love this spot so much!
55This spot came very highly recommended by friends, and holy cannoli — they weren't joking! It's stunningly beautiful, impeccably maintained, humans and pups had an absolute blast. Super easy drive from Asheville. Already planning the next trip out, thank you so much!!!Neeley D.
Neeley D.
September 2023
This spot came very highly recommended by friends, and holy cannoli — they weren't joking! It's stunningly beautiful, impeccably maintained, humans and pups had an absolute blast. Super easy drive from Asheville. Already planning the next trip out, thank you so much!!!
55Wonderful place for the pups. Plenty of room to run around, water to swim in, and places to sniff. Dayla C.
Dayla C.
March 2024
Wonderful place for the pups. Plenty of room to run around, water to swim in, and places to sniff.
How do Erwin'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 Erwin 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 Erwin 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 8 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 Erwin have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 53 fully fenced dog parks in or near Erwin. Browse all fully enclosed options.