55This yard is top notch for serious fetchers with tons of room to throw stuff around! We brought a ball but there are plenty of sticks for all the pups to play with! Once the doggo was tired out from running all over, there was a big bowl available to fill up with fresh water from a cooler, and plenty of chairs for me to kick back and relax on as well. WiFi was great, too! Will definitely come back to this yard. Melanie A.
Melanie A.
February 2023
This yard is top notch for serious fetchers with tons of room to throw stuff around! We brought a ball but there are plenty of sticks for all the pups to play with! Once the doggo was tired out from running all over, there was a big bowl available to fill up with fresh water from a cooler, and plenty of chairs for me to kick back and relax on as well. WiFi was great, too! Will definitely come back to this yard.
55Great spot! A little bit of poop in the yard but not as bad as any sort of Public park and could be due to the rain it couldn’t get picked up.
Kayla was a great hostAnna S.
Anna S.
July 2023
Great spot! A little bit of poop in the yard but not as bad as any sort of Public park and could be due to the rain it couldn’t get picked up.
Kayla was a great host
55This spot was so great! Anna was so helpful with my questions. Perfect to practice recall for my young dog. It’s just as described, a secure private trail. I second the sight lines comment in a previous post but it made for great practice. We’ll for sure be back! Emma F.
Emma F.
February 2023
This spot was so great! Anna was so helpful with my questions. Perfect to practice recall for my young dog. It’s just as described, a secure private trail. I second the sight lines comment in a previous post but it made for great practice. We’ll for sure be back!
55Great spot for dogs to explore and roam freely. It feels like you’re in the forest even though you’re in a city. Lots of little trails for the dogs and humans to follow. The owner left out toys, water, and treats for the dogs. The owner kept in touch and sent helpful information before our visit. Wish we lived closer so we could visit more often! Andrea B.
Andrea B.
February 2023
Great spot for dogs to explore and roam freely. It feels like you’re in the forest even though you’re in a city. Lots of little trails for the dogs and humans to follow. The owner left out toys, water, and treats for the dogs. The owner kept in touch and sent helpful information before our visit. Wish we lived closer so we could visit more often!
55Amazing spot to give your dog an adventure! Fun to see my city dog gain confidence exploring the woods, and extra enrichment if they like playing fetch and having to find the ball.Anna W.
Anna W.
July 2022
Amazing spot to give your dog an adventure! Fun to see my city dog gain confidence exploring the woods, and extra enrichment if they like playing fetch and having to find the ball.
55Our pups had a great time! The area was so fun for them to explore and sniff around. Plus it's mostly shaded which was great in the GA heat.
Anna was so nice to provide toys, treats and water. Carly S.
Carly S.
July 2022
Our pups had a great time! The area was so fun for them to explore and sniff around. Plus it's mostly shaded which was great in the GA heat.
Anna was so nice to provide toys, treats and water.
55Beautiful yard! Very hilly with lots of wooded space to explore. Excellent amenities and communication from the host. We had a great time!Brittany F.
Brittany F.
July 2022
Beautiful yard! Very hilly with lots of wooded space to explore. Excellent amenities and communication from the host. We had a great time!
55Gus had the best time running and playing with all the sticks. We looped the property a couple times going up and down the hill. Gus is now napping on the floor properly tired. Will definitely be back to enjoy the forest oasis so close to the city! Jenn C.
Jenn C.
March 2022
Gus had the best time running and playing with all the sticks. We looped the property a couple times going up and down the hill. Gus is now napping on the floor properly tired. Will definitely be back to enjoy the forest oasis so close to the city!
55This is my first time using this app and I really enjoyed it. When I entered the yard there was a bowl of water for my dogs along with toys, potty bags, as well as a bubble blowing machine. The backyard is so beautiful. It's very forestry and felt as if I was hiking. The dogs loved the backyard with the hills to run up and down on. Would definitely recommend. Angye M.
Angye M.
March 2022
This is my first time using this app and I really enjoyed it. When I entered the yard there was a bowl of water for my dogs along with toys, potty bags, as well as a bubble blowing machine. The backyard is so beautiful. It's very forestry and felt as if I was hiking. The dogs loved the backyard with the hills to run up and down on. Would definitely recommend.
55We loved our visit! Our two corgis loved roaming this backyard and got plenty of exercise in our allotted hour. We brought our own toys and bags, but did appreciate the host providing toys, treats, bags, and water. It was a gorgeous spring day and we couldn't ask for more! Thanks for having us! Jessica B.
Jessica B.
March 2022
We loved our visit! Our two corgis loved roaming this backyard and got plenty of exercise in our allotted hour. We brought our own toys and bags, but did appreciate the host providing toys, treats, bags, and water. It was a gorgeous spring day and we couldn't ask for more! Thanks for having us!
How do Forest Park'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 Forest Park 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 Forest Park 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 374 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 57 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 Forest Park have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 374 fully fenced dog parks in or near Forest Park. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Forest Park?
The Forest Park area has 12 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 Private Dog Park St. Michael Ranch.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Forest Park?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Forest Park. The most popular agility option is Doggone Good Yard in Decatur.
Where in Forest Park can I find a pool for dog swimming?