55We had a great play session! Lots of room in this large fenced in backyard. Well maintained, secure high fence. The space was easy to find and access. Quiet neighborhood. There are both sunny and shady areas, which is perfect. Great location. We will definitely use this spot often. Our rescue dog was at ease and loved sniffing and running around. Thank you!Cindy P.
Cindy P.
August 2022
We had a great play session! Lots of room in this large fenced in backyard. Well maintained, secure high fence. The space was easy to find and access. Quiet neighborhood. There are both sunny and shady areas, which is perfect. Great location. We will definitely use this spot often. Our rescue dog was at ease and loved sniffing and running around. Thank you!
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55Safe and secure fenced in backyard. Lots of space to get the zoomies out. Beautiful afternoon in the fresh air. Thanks for sharing your yard!Sarah D.
Sarah D.
October 2022
Safe and secure fenced in backyard. Lots of space to get the zoomies out. Beautiful afternoon in the fresh air. Thanks for sharing your yard!
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55Alex’s yard was totally awesome! Our dogs had plenty of room to get some zoomies out, chase the balls we brought, and safely enjoy some off-leash time in a bigger space than we have for them. Thank you SO much, Alex! Rachel S.
Rachel S.
January 2023
Alex’s yard was totally awesome! Our dogs had plenty of room to get some zoomies out, chase the balls we brought, and safely enjoy some off-leash time in a bigger space than we have for them. Thank you SO much, Alex!
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55Great space!! The sun shines in beautifully and good trees that provide nice shade! My pups loved it!! Definitely will come back
The entrance is easy to access and the fence is nice and tall! (: Jasmin D.
Jasmin D.
May 2023
Great space!! The sun shines in beautifully and good trees that provide nice shade! My pups loved it!! Definitely will come back
The entrance is easy to access and the fence is nice and tall! (:
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55Great spot with easy access & parking! Very quiet neighborhood which was great for me because my girl is reactive. I probably could have used some bug spray to keep the gnats at bay but the breeze helped.Emma A.
Emma A.
June 2023
Great spot with easy access & parking! Very quiet neighborhood which was great for me because my girl is reactive. I probably could have used some bug spray to keep the gnats at bay but the breeze helped.
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55I went at 10am, and it was perfect. No gaps in the fence, a bowl of water on the porch, bug spray was made available (there were lots of gnats but the spray worked well!) And the yard was large and clean. My boys really enjoyed themselves, I'd be happy to come again.
Of note and of no control of the owners, there were many people out walking their dogs on the sidewalk just outside the fence. I'd keep your pups off the patio to keep them from noticing, as mine caused a ruckus when they saw the poor neighbors.Brandi E.
Brandi E.
June 2023
I went at 10am, and it was perfect. No gaps in the fence, a bowl of water on the porch, bug spray was made available (there were lots of gnats but the spray worked well!) And the yard was large and clean. My boys really enjoyed themselves, I'd be happy to come again.
Of note and of no control of the owners, there were many people out walking their dogs on the sidewalk just outside the fence. I'd keep your pups off the patio to keep them from noticing, as mine caused a ruckus when they saw the poor neighbors.
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55What a great spot to play ball in the shade. Easy to find and get in. Spacious yard with plenty of room for my pups to stretch their legs. Lots of tall trees that offer some shade on a hot day. Nice tall fence all the way around. My pups loved it!Deb D.
Deb D.
June 2023
What a great spot to play ball in the shade. Easy to find and get in. Spacious yard with plenty of room for my pups to stretch their legs. Lots of tall trees that offer some shade on a hot day. Nice tall fence all the way around. My pups loved it!
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55Plenty of room to park, gate is visible from the driveway, lots of room to play and the fence provides plenty of privacy/security. Exactly as advertised and perfect for my pup.Joshua S.
Joshua S.
October 2023
Plenty of room to park, gate is visible from the driveway, lots of room to play and the fence provides plenty of privacy/security. Exactly as advertised and perfect for my pup.
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55The yard was secure and large enough for my pups to get a good run in. It has plenty of shade trees to play under and get out of the hot sun. The gate opened and closed fine on the way in, but the string "broke" (the knot came undone) trying to unlatch it from within the enclosure! I had to pull up on the center post to release the other section of the gate in order to push my way out. I put the gate back as it was and tied a new knot. Glad there's a spot in Essex. Thank you for sharing your spot, we'll be back!
PS I did pick up a fair amount of other canines poop. To any fellow SniffSpot users, please remember to pickup after your pup. Sue K.
Sue K.
August 2022
The yard was secure and large enough for my pups to get a good run in. It has plenty of shade trees to play under and get out of the hot sun. The gate opened and closed fine on the way in, but the string "broke" (the knot came undone) trying to unlatch it from within the enclosure! I had to pull up on the center post to release the other section of the gate in order to push my way out. I put the gate back as it was and tied a new knot. Glad there's a spot in Essex. Thank you for sharing your spot, we'll be back!
PS I did pick up a fair amount of other canines poop. To any fellow SniffSpot users, please remember to pickup after your pup.
How do Essex'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 Essex 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. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Essex 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 9 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 1 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 Essex have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 9 fully fenced dog parks in or near Essex. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Essex?
The Essex area has 6 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 Brook Run Dog Trail.
Where in Essex can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Essex area. The highest rated option is Brook Run Dog Park.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Essex?
There are 10 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Essex where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Island Oasis Private Dog Park.