55I was greeted by the male owner. He was very nice and informative about the property. It was very hot that morning and they offered free cold drinks. He also had bug spray available for me and my dogs which is 100% necessary to enjoy the trails. The trails are very nice. We will definitely be back in the fall Heather R.
Heather R.
August 2022
I was greeted by the male owner. He was very nice and informative about the property. It was very hot that morning and they offered free cold drinks. He also had bug spray available for me and my dogs which is 100% necessary to enjoy the trails. The trails are very nice. We will definitely be back in the fall
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55A wonderful experience (as usual)! My dog appreciated the quiet neighborhood and abundant choice of balls. The pool add on was a great value!Krista P.
Krista P.
August 2023
A wonderful experience (as usual)! My dog appreciated the quiet neighborhood and abundant choice of balls. The pool add on was a great value!
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55Penny's Place checks all the boxes! It is within a 10 minute drive, spacious enough for my off-target Chuck-It! throws, has spots of shade, fresh water access, enough balls to outfit a batting practice, and wonderfully maintained grass coverage throughout. Did not encounter any potential escape or intrusion concerns with the fencing.
Summary: Ideal spot for expending seemingly incessant dog energy productively.Kathryn S.
Kathryn S.
September 2023
Penny's Place checks all the boxes! It is within a 10 minute drive, spacious enough for my off-target Chuck-It! throws, has spots of shade, fresh water access, enough balls to outfit a batting practice, and wonderfully maintained grass coverage throughout. Did not encounter any potential escape or intrusion concerns with the fencing.
Summary: Ideal spot for expending seemingly incessant dog energy productively.
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55Truly the perfect spot all around! Easy to locate, access was smooth & the pups had a blast running around & splashing in the kiddie pool! Super clean, tons of toys to play with & the privacy gives an enormous peace of mind for their needs. Highly recommend & will definitely be back! 🐕🦺🐕🦺🐾❤️Sierra G.
Sierra G.
September 2023
Truly the perfect spot all around! Easy to locate, access was smooth & the pups had a blast running around & splashing in the kiddie pool! Super clean, tons of toys to play with & the privacy gives an enormous peace of mind for their needs. Highly recommend & will definitely be back! 🐕🦺🐕🦺🐾❤️
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55This has quickly become our favorite “go to” spot!! Easy to get in & out of with tired, happy pups & the hosts go above & beyond with their thoughtful gestures! Sierra G.
Sierra G.
September 2023
This has quickly become our favorite “go to” spot!! Easy to get in & out of with tired, happy pups & the hosts go above & beyond with their thoughtful gestures!
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55Great place to bring your dogs to let them run loose. Gates are absolutely secure and yard completely enclosed. It was nice to let them play without worry of escape or other dogs and people coming at them. Dog amenities were spot on with plenty of toys and fresh water. Well kept yard, very clean. We will absolutely be returning.Marlene L.
Marlene L.
September 2023
Great place to bring your dogs to let them run loose. Gates are absolutely secure and yard completely enclosed. It was nice to let them play without worry of escape or other dogs and people coming at them. Dog amenities were spot on with plenty of toys and fresh water. Well kept yard, very clean. We will absolutely be returning.
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55This was the perfect spot for my dog to run! The yard is really long and there are no gaps in the fence. There was a neighbor’s dog on the other side of the fence, but no gaps for them to see each other. That did make my dog go crazy running up and down though as he is super reactive. We will be back!Heather B.
Heather B.
September 2023
This was the perfect spot for my dog to run! The yard is really long and there are no gaps in the fence. There was a neighbor’s dog on the other side of the fence, but no gaps for them to see each other. That did make my dog go crazy running up and down though as he is super reactive. We will be back!
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55This spot was awesome and it was our first time ever using Sniff Spot. Our 2 dogs didn’t know what to do with all that space and they absolutely loved it! If you have a barker like we do, the neighbors do have dogs that they let out during our visit but the privacy fence was perfect and it was a good chance for us to work on recall while all the barking and excitement was happening. Absolutely recommend this spot for anyone who has pups that need to run that energy out but don’t quite have the manners for a dog park. Emily H.
Emily H.
February 2023
This spot was awesome and it was our first time ever using Sniff Spot. Our 2 dogs didn’t know what to do with all that space and they absolutely loved it! If you have a barker like we do, the neighbors do have dogs that they let out during our visit but the privacy fence was perfect and it was a good chance for us to work on recall while all the barking and excitement was happening. Absolutely recommend this spot for anyone who has pups that need to run that energy out but don’t quite have the manners for a dog park.
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55This was our first time using Sniffspot and our girls absolutely loved this place! The yard is well fenced, clean and they provided poop bags, water and toys for the girls to use. They Went crazy the first 30 minutes exploring , sprinting and playing tag with one another. This was fun for us and the dogs and we can’t wait to come back in the future! Jordan S.
Jordan S.
March 2023
This was our first time using Sniffspot and our girls absolutely loved this place! The yard is well fenced, clean and they provided poop bags, water and toys for the girls to use. They Went crazy the first 30 minutes exploring , sprinting and playing tag with one another. This was fun for us and the dogs and we can’t wait to come back in the future!
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55As usual, a great time for my dogs and me. This is the most spacious place I have visited in Norfolk, and it gives my dogs and me a good workout. Thank you, Anne!Kathryn S.
Kathryn S.
March 2023
As usual, a great time for my dogs and me. This is the most spacious place I have visited in Norfolk, and it gives my dogs and me a good workout. Thank you, Anne!
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55Such wonderful and thoughtful hosts with great communication. Koa has loved returning to this spot many many times and it is a beautiful open space to explore and run!Amanda L.
Amanda L.
March 2023
Such wonderful and thoughtful hosts with great communication. Koa has loved returning to this spot many many times and it is a beautiful open space to explore and run!
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55It was lovely, very well kept and safe place. The toys, the clean bowl of water, shade for the humans… running water (hose). A lovely back yard. The only challenge are the three doggies right next door… they loved to pay attention to Laurence… 🤪Kalliopi L.
Kalliopi L.
March 2023
It was lovely, very well kept and safe place. The toys, the clean bowl of water, shade for the humans… running water (hose). A lovely back yard. The only challenge are the three doggies right next door… they loved to pay attention to Laurence… 🤪
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55There were a few new improvements that we noticed this time around including the stepping stones by the entrance and the welcome sign and loved them! Happy we decided to come back to this sniff spot. Our girls had a blast! Jordan S.
Jordan S.
March 2023
There were a few new improvements that we noticed this time around including the stepping stones by the entrance and the welcome sign and loved them! Happy we decided to come back to this sniff spot. Our girls had a blast!
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55Pancake had a great time sniffing everything there was to sniff and having all her room to run. She especially enjoyed the provided ball and chuck-it!Laura P.
Laura P.
March 2023
Pancake had a great time sniffing everything there was to sniff and having all her room to run. She especially enjoyed the provided ball and chuck-it!
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55What a wonderful spot for our dogs to run their hearts out! The yard was clean, there was water available for them to drink and even toys! There was a cute porch for us to sit on and chat while we watched them. We will DEFINITELY be back! Faith B.
Faith B.
March 2023
What a wonderful spot for our dogs to run their hearts out! The yard was clean, there was water available for them to drink and even toys! There was a cute porch for us to sit on and chat while we watched them. We will DEFINITELY be back!
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55We weren't able to visit because of rain and high winds, but we look forward to booking another time to come play!Jamie P.
Jamie P.
April 2023
We weren't able to visit because of rain and high winds, but we look forward to booking another time to come play!
How do Gloucester'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 Gloucester 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 Gloucester 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 158 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 17 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 Gloucester have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 158 fully fenced dog parks in or near Gloucester. Browse all fully enclosed options.