22 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Marshall, inground pool, Kiddie pools, Hottub for adults, firepit and small trails on property | Sniffspot
55Had a wonderful time today, the yard was well maintained and the creek area was a big treat for my Dog . i know he likes the water so it was really nice to be able to let him off leash and just let him run and play in a shallow creek so he can get use to it.
We also loved the wooden path way behind the property to let him explore .
Thanks again and we will definitely be back again . Dale C.
Dale C.
June 2024
Had a wonderful time today, the yard was well maintained and the creek area was a big treat for my Dog . i know he likes the water so it was really nice to be able to let him off leash and just let him run and play in a shallow creek so he can get use to it.
We also loved the wooden path way behind the property to let him explore .
Thanks again and we will definitely be back again .
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55John was very helpful with giving us instructions when we arrived. There’s poop bags around the property, quiet neighborhood, a hose, and chairs for you to sit and relax if needed. Everything your pups need and more. Great shade and sun where needed. We enjoyed the walk around the creek towards the end that way the pups cooled down after a hot afternoon. EVERYTHING IS BETTER THAN DESCRIBED!
We will definitely be back! If for some reason you find yourself thinking before you reserve the spot, just do it. Your babie(s) will thank you for it!Keydy R.
Keydy R.
June 2024
John was very helpful with giving us instructions when we arrived. There’s poop bags around the property, quiet neighborhood, a hose, and chairs for you to sit and relax if needed. Everything your pups need and more. Great shade and sun where needed. We enjoyed the walk around the creek towards the end that way the pups cooled down after a hot afternoon. EVERYTHING IS BETTER THAN DESCRIBED!
We will definitely be back! If for some reason you find yourself thinking before you reserve the spot, just do it. Your babie(s) will thank you for it!
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55Our pups loved this Sniffspot! John met us when we arrived to give us the lay of the land, which we really appreciated. The property is beautiful and spacious. We wouldn’t hesitate to visit again. Thanks, John!Amelia H.
Amelia H.
June 2024
Our pups loved this Sniffspot! John met us when we arrived to give us the lay of the land, which we really appreciated. The property is beautiful and spacious. We wouldn’t hesitate to visit again. Thanks, John!
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55Both my dogs loved exploring all the spaces and nooks. They're both part Pyr so they loved keeping to the perimeter and checking for whatever they do check for. My youngest loved using the balls that were available and he got worn out running up and down the hill. There's running water available for the doggos (and any Gen Xer who wants to reminisce about drinking out of the garden hose (😁). The rules are clear and not burdensome. Kristyn F.
Kristyn F.
June 2024
Both my dogs loved exploring all the spaces and nooks. They're both part Pyr so they loved keeping to the perimeter and checking for whatever they do check for. My youngest loved using the balls that were available and he got worn out running up and down the hill. There's running water available for the doggos (and any Gen Xer who wants to reminisce about drinking out of the garden hose (😁). The rules are clear and not burdensome.
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55Beautiful spot with 2 fenced in sections. Lots of fun for pups that like to wade in a stream. The host provided drinking water for the dogs and chairs for the humans. The host kindly met with us and explained the rules and important information. M. N.
M. N.
June 2024
Beautiful spot with 2 fenced in sections. Lots of fun for pups that like to wade in a stream. The host provided drinking water for the dogs and chairs for the humans. The host kindly met with us and explained the rules and important information.
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55This is a dream property! Rolling hills to run and play, combined with a great covered area for a bit of a downpour! John is a wonderful host who provides everything you need!Shawn R.
Shawn R.
June 2024
This is a dream property! Rolling hills to run and play, combined with a great covered area for a bit of a downpour! John is a wonderful host who provides everything you need!
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55My dog really enjoyed running around in this sniffspot! Very clean, organized, and spacious. Water bowls, insect repellant and hand sanitizer provided. Look forward to future visits! Virginia W.
Virginia W.
June 2024
My dog really enjoyed running around in this sniffspot! Very clean, organized, and spacious. Water bowls, insect repellant and hand sanitizer provided. Look forward to future visits!
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55What a great place for dogs to run and play! The area is well maintained and beautiful, and the creek is an added bonus! Our Vizsla needs room to run and this place is perfect for her!Beverly O.
Beverly O.
June 2024
What a great place for dogs to run and play! The area is well maintained and beautiful, and the creek is an added bonus! Our Vizsla needs room to run and this place is perfect for her!
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55John's Smith spot is very nice and Mimi had a blast. It's hilly which gave her quite the workout. It's very clean and would def recommend this spot to anyone. Ramon W.
Ramon W.
June 2024
John's Smith spot is very nice and Mimi had a blast. It's hilly which gave her quite the workout. It's very clean and would def recommend this spot to anyone.
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55Really easy directions to find it and great communication. There’s a creek outside the fence you can go to and sprinkle inside for the summer days. Super nice place and very clean. Pups loved it too!Natalia V.
Natalia V.
June 2024
Really easy directions to find it and great communication. There’s a creek outside the fence you can go to and sprinkle inside for the summer days. Super nice place and very clean. Pups loved it too!
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55John’s property is gorgeous and the perfect place for Canine to exercise their nose and legs. There is a pleasant place for humans to sit, a sand box for digging, and John had a sprinkler out for our use because it was so hot. The yard was very clean and poop bags were available. Outside of the fenced area, Vader enjoyed the creek, frogs, and a walk in the woods —all on the property. connie j.
connie j.
June 2024
John’s property is gorgeous and the perfect place for Canine to exercise their nose and legs. There is a pleasant place for humans to sit, a sand box for digging, and John had a sprinkler out for our use because it was so hot. The yard was very clean and poop bags were available. Outside of the fenced area, Vader enjoyed the creek, frogs, and a walk in the woods —all on the property.
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55The perfect size for my pup to explore, run around, and tire himself out! The entry instructions were very clear, and my pup was very happy to have a visit from the resident foster at the end! Jessica L.
Jessica L.
June 2024
The perfect size for my pup to explore, run around, and tire himself out! The entry instructions were very clear, and my pup was very happy to have a visit from the resident foster at the end!
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55Beautiful, well-maintained spot. Our pup really enjoyed the opportunity to sniff around the fenced-in area as well as explore the open area by the creek. Everything we could have needed (poop bags, trash can, water, and even bug spray) were provided. Our pup went home happy and tired. Looking forward to visiting again!Katie K.
Katie K.
June 2024
Beautiful, well-maintained spot. Our pup really enjoyed the opportunity to sniff around the fenced-in area as well as explore the open area by the creek. Everything we could have needed (poop bags, trash can, water, and even bug spray) were provided. Our pup went home happy and tired. Looking forward to visiting again!
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55Such a nice place for my dog to sniff around and play! We didn’t leave the fenced area and it was very secure. The owner was very responsive and friendly. Would definitely recommend and come back again!Belle D.
Belle D.
June 2024
Such a nice place for my dog to sniff around and play! We didn’t leave the fenced area and it was very secure. The owner was very responsive and friendly. Would definitely recommend and come back again!
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55The yard was just as described, fully fenced, clean with a place that the dogs could relieve themselves. Our dog loved it. She chased balls up and down the hills. She rolled in the grass and eventually rested after an hour of fun. It's the happiest we've seen her since we adopted her. The spot was easy to get to. We didn't need to go on curvy roads to get there. So our dog didn't get car sick on the way there or back. We highly recommend it and hope to return soon. (Also, John was helpful and met us when we arrived and pointed everything out which made for a great first experience using Sniffspot.)Maureen B.
Maureen B.
June 2024
The yard was just as described, fully fenced, clean with a place that the dogs could relieve themselves. Our dog loved it. She chased balls up and down the hills. She rolled in the grass and eventually rested after an hour of fun. It's the happiest we've seen her since we adopted her. The spot was easy to get to. We didn't need to go on curvy roads to get there. So our dog didn't get car sick on the way there or back. We highly recommend it and hope to return soon. (Also, John was helpful and met us when we arrived and pointed everything out which made for a great first experience using Sniffspot.)
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55Beautiful spot. John was very helpful. Everything is set up for dogs and for owners to have a great time. There is a large fenced in area with secure gates and a more wooded area to explore too. The directions on the app are clear, there are poop bags provided in the yard, there are water bowls and a sprinkler system in the yard. There is a sand box area for digging. There is shaded area with chairs for owners to sit. My dogs and I had a wonderful time. E T.
E T.
June 2024
Beautiful spot. John was very helpful. Everything is set up for dogs and for owners to have a great time. There is a large fenced in area with secure gates and a more wooded area to explore too. The directions on the app are clear, there are poop bags provided in the yard, there are water bowls and a sprinkler system in the yard. There is a sand box area for digging. There is shaded area with chairs for owners to sit. My dogs and I had a wonderful time.
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55John’s place was great! My dog Cricket loved exploring the yard with all the smells. We went outside the fenced in area to check out the creek, which cricket loved cooling of in. We will definitely be back. Remy M.
Remy M.
June 2024
John’s place was great! My dog Cricket loved exploring the yard with all the smells. We went outside the fenced in area to check out the creek, which cricket loved cooling of in. We will definitely be back.
John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax | Sniffspot
55John’s property was absolutely perfect for our first Sniffspot experience! He was very friendly and the space offered everything we could think of and more! Annette S.
Annette S.
June 2024
John’s property was absolutely perfect for our first Sniffspot experience! He was very friendly and the space offered everything we could think of and more!
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FAQ about our Fairfax dog hiking trails
Are dog hiking trails safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, inattentive owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than a city or county park. With a Sniffspot off-leash area 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. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. Our hiking trails tend to be outside the city, which lends to more privacy, but it is also important to follow typical hiking safety precautions, such as potentially having trail maps.
How can I find dog hiking trails in Fairfax?
There are 15 dog hiking trails in the Fairfax area. The most popular dog hiking trail is John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax. You can browse all of our dog hiking trails here.
How do I know if a dog hiking trail works for my dog?
Sniffspot provides the tools to find the ideal spot. Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing 6 feet tall and distractions, to find a dog park with trails that works for your dog. You can also filter by size if you are looking for a certain acre park, an expansive off-leash dog park. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog hiking trails. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog hiking trails where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Since you are looking for trails, make sure to check photos to see if it the spot has flat trails or gnarly trails. You can also browse by specific amenities, if you are looking for a view or a beach, for instance, or other activities or fun features. You can check whether the spot has off or on street parking, the regular park hours, whether it has paved trails or a modern restroom.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog hiking trail?
In order to hike the trails, we require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not permit dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot hiking trail at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.
How much do Sniffspot hiking trails cost?
Dog hiking trails in the Fairfax area range from $16.0 and $16.0. The least expensive dog hiking trail is John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax. The most expensive dog hiking trail is John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
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