Top Public & Private Dog Parks in Hanover, VA

Holly Hill Farm

Welcome to Holly Hill Farm – a beautiful, expansive 180-acre working farm in Hanover County, Virginia, perfect for dogs who love to run, explore, and sniff to their heart’s content! This private property features a mix of wide-open fields (currently planted in soybeans), wooded areas with winding trails, and a peaceful pond. There’s plenty of room to roam safely along the edges of the fields and through the woods. Some trails cut through the forested sections for shaded walks and adventure. Important for your visit: • Please drive down to the last barn and park. • Please stay within the property boundaries — we’ve included clear photos in the listing showing fences, markers, and property lines to help you navigate easily. • Please pick up after yourself and your dog as there are no trash cans on site. • As a working farm, you may occasionally see or hear light farm activity (equipment, crops, etc.), but the chances are low during Sniffspot bookings. Your dog will have tons of space to enjoy the rural setting without interference. Rarely but occasionally we have some family at the property, they won’t interfere with Sniffspot guest This is a fantastic spot for dogs who enjoy open running space, exploring nature trails, cooling off near the pond, and experiencing a real Virginia farm atmosphere. Bring toys, balls, or just let them zoom — the acreage allows for serious zoomies! We look forward to hosting you and your pup at Holly Hill Farm. Book your time and let the off-leash fun begin! 🐾

Rock Springs Farm (650 acres worlds largest Sniffspot)

Welcome to the World’s Largest Sniffspot (Confirmed). There’s all kinds of areas to let your dog sniff and romp around! Upon arrival you may romp around in any field as far as your eyes can see. We just harvested corn September 2024 and the land is wide open and crop free until spring! There’s google earth maps showing property lines in yellow in the pictures. Please reach out to us if you have any questions. There is an abundance of pictures for you to reference as well. Hope to see you soon!

Meagan's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Dog Run

Conveniently located just a few miles off of 295. Our yard is fully fenced in and your pup(s) will have full roam of it! You’re welcome to use our deck furniture and we will make sure a water bowl is out there. We also have walking trails along the neighborhood that could be used, the entrance is at the end of our culdesac, just a few steps from the end of our driveway. We do live near a gun club, so if loud noises or gunshots spook you or your pup(s), this may not be the best choice.

Cindy's 2 Acre Fully Fenced Yard In Mechanicsville

Pull in under the canopy of trees and park by the garage. We are 5 miles out on Old Church Rd from Mechanicsville Turnpike -a blue house on the right. The gate to the back yard will be right in front of you. Thanks for visiting and we hope you and your pups have a blast!

Stephanie's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Glen Allen

Fully fenced (4 foot fence) yard with a large pond (no swimming for dogs). Lots of space to run around and some fun paths and wooded areas. We do have neighbors with a dog, but he’s not always out. Neighbors also walk their dog in our neighborhood just in case you have a very dog reactive pet. Just wanted to mention these things as we have had a review or two mention the dog interactions when coming in. Please park in the court if there are cars in the driveway! Thanks for coming!

Quiet fenced in yard

Fenced in yard in a quiet neighborhood. Plenty of seating and a large umbrella.

Your Pup's 0.4 Acre Private (Fully Enclosed 6 Foot Fence) Park In Lakeside!

Please come let your pups run around in our large Lakeside yard! Our 3 pups (sometimes 4 if we have a foster) love all the open space, so we hope yours will too. We will try to always leave a towel and some little treats up on the deck, so you’re more than welcome to help yourself to anything up there! There should be a bucket of toys, poop baggies in a ziploc bag that are likely inside of the weatherproof tub by the deck stairs, a pooper scooper and a hose etc, so please feel free to use any of it as needed.

Toshiko's Big-guy Dog Park In Glen Allen at the Dude Ranch

47 Acre Dude Ranch Exclusive Dog Park with both ON LEAD and OFF LEAD areas! Guess must have proof of vaccinations - safety for all! Trails (Nature & gravel paved!) Trees, Fields, Lakes, Creeks and more. Reduced-rental fenced AGILITY PERFORMANCE FIELD, included with this SPOT (rental also available for rent separately), NON-PRIVATE-no traffic Enjoy the full outdoors for hiking, retrieving, walking, training, partying and more. NO HUNTING ALLOWED! (see EXTRAS/OPTIONS for Swimming or Fishing) The 47 Acres is at the DUDE RANCH PET RESORT where they board & train dogs 24 hour a day 7 days a week

Fenced farmstead backyard

Attention: we will be closed January 5th - 12th for construction of a privacy fence along the side with our neighbor with dogs. We hope this will minimize distractions and noise from them for our guests. Thank you for continuing to be the best group of guests we could ask for! Large fenced in backyard with trees, shrubs, a shaded area, and multiple seating options. Plenty of room to run around and play. We are for 2 hour advanced booking to allow us time to coordinate prepping the space and clean up if we are working outside. Please reach out to me if you have any questions.

Tippe's Backyard Oasis

Close to 1/2acre of mowed grass with a good mix of sunshine and shade, and plenty of dog smells to enjoy! Fully fenced with 4' picket fencing, 3 gates with latches. I do a poop scoop at least 2-3x weekly so I can't guarantee spotless perfection but I'll do my best to clean up before scheduled visits- please do the same:) There is ample seating for human guests and a table. Patio gets sun from midday to early evening, 2 umbrellas provide shade.

Ashley's Private Pup Yard

Welcome to our quiet .25-acre fully fenced private yard! Enjoy dog water, doggie pool, 2 Jolly herding balls, tree tugging ropes, and chuck-it balls/toys. There are also plenty of sticks to chew on and squirrels to chase! For human guests, we’ve got everything you need to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Outdoor chairs, a fan, a hammock, shade, sun, bug spray, poop bags. Our neighborhood is known for its tranquility, and we respect your privacy. **Just a friendly reminder: please don’t jump on the trampoline.** We’re right off the highway close to downtown but far enough away that you will feel in the country!

Figgy's Private Sniff and Play Wonderland

Dogs love my sniff-tastic space! I hope you'll visit my large, fully enclosed half-acre yard. It has everything a pup could ask for: an open clearing for zoomies or game of fetch, shady woods and nooks and crannies to investigate, SO MANY critter sniff trails, and dirt, leaves and grass to dig in! It's also a great space for humans of all sizes to explore! You can even try your hand at a game of bocci ball while you're here in our gravel court! (Feel free to move our weed tarp out of the way if you want to play). Easy side-street parking on Kamankeag makes accessing the yard through the back gate a piece of cake! *OUR FENCING IS NOT SUITABLE FOR VERY SMALL DOGS OR ESCAPE ARTISTS.*

Taylor Dog Park

Taylor Dog Park is located at 13017 Taylor Complex Ln, Ashland, Virginia, United States. The park is fully fenced and open for dogs, their owners, and those accompanying them. All dogs must be licensed and vaccinated for rabies. Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the park and under the control of their owner at all times. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Each owner can bring a maximum of two dogs. Owners must clean up after their dogs and fill any holes dug. Aggressive dogs are not allowed. The park offers agility equipment, chairs, dog drinking water, and a field for dogs to play. No food, treats, alcohol, or tobacco are allowed. The park is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. For more information, visit their website at https://www.hanovercounty.gov/245/Dog-Parks or contact them at (804) 365-7150 or [email protected].

Park hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Quiet Privacy-Fenced Hang Spot In Suburbia

Fully privacy-fenced backyard in an extremely quiet area of Tuckahoe in the West End! A large deck provides 350 sq ft of space, and there is 450 sq feet of dirt, grass, and garden beds for pups to sniff around in. No dogs living next door on either side of house, typically low to no noise from kids/dogs/traffic! North facing shady yard with some sunny spots on the deck for suntanning pups but mostly shade, and side garden beds with dirt and leaves to play in (pups are welcome to sniff around them!)

Taylor Park Dog Park

Taylor Park Dog Park located in Ashland, Virginia offers agility equipment for dogs to play on, a dog drinking water station, and a table for owners to relax at. The park is unfenced, so owners must closely monitor their pets. For more information, contact the park at 804-365-7150 or email [email protected].

Pole Green Dog Park

Located in Mechanicsville, Virginia, the Pole Green Dog Park is a fully fenced enclosure with amenities including a field, trail, dog drinking water, and an indoor restroom. The park is small dog friendly and open from 6 AM to 6 PM, seven days a week. For more information, visit the website at hanovercounty.gov or contact them at 804-365-6000 or [email protected].

Park hours: 6 AM–6 PM 7 days per Week

Quinn's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Richmond

Private Fully Fenced City Yard – Room to Run & Relax

Give your dog their own private backyard to run, sniff and play! Enjoy a spacious, fully fenced grassy yard in Richmond with plenty of open room for fetch, zoomies and off-leash exercise. The yard is mostly flat with a combination of sunny areas and natural shade from mature trees. There’s outdoor seating for humans while the pups explore, and your reservation gives you private use of the yard — a great alternative for dogs who don't enjoy crowded public dog parks. Highlights: 🐕 Fully fenced private yard 🌿 Large open grassy play area 🌳 Sunny areas + mature shade trees 🪑 Seating for owners 🎾 Plenty of room for fetch and running 🏙️ Convenient Richmond city location 🔒 One reservation at a time for private play Perfect for: reactive or shy dogs, apartment dogs needing room to run, training sessions, fetch, or simply giving your dog a safe change of scenery.

Fluffy's 100 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Ruther Glen

Rural, UNFENCED acreage. Fields, wooded trails, creek, pond. Near the North Anna River. Welcome to a peaceful, private Sniffspot nestled among mature trees at Thompson’s Spring Hill Farm. This quiet, rural space offers dogs the freedom to explore safely off-leash while enjoying natural woodland scents, soft ground, and seasonal shade. Fully private, no other dogs or people Natural wooded trails and shaded areas Ideal for reactive, senior, or easily overstimulated dogs Calm setting with plenty of space to sniff and wander This is a relaxed, low-stress environment designed for dogs that thrive in a quiet, freedom-loving environment.

Northside Dog Park

Northside Dog Park is located at 609 Forest Lawn Dr in Richmond, Virginia. The park features a fully-fenced enclosure and is small dog friendly. It is open Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm. For more information, visit their website at https://www.rva.gov/parks-recreation/about-department or contact them at (804) 646-5733 or [email protected].

Park hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

Cassandra's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In North Chesterfield

Fully fenced in back yard with large wooden gates. Small dog sized pool that I will refill daily. Water bowl for dogs plus a toy box and a hose. I have a small garbage can next to the shed for used doggie bags.

Sophia's Fully Fenced 0.25 acre Yard For Dogs To Rent in the City

Our yard is around .25 acres and fully fenced with a 6ft privacy fence. Only 5 minutes from downtown! We do have a deck (perfect for throwing that ball!) and a patio. We live on a cul-de-sac so parking can be a bit wonky but there are usually spaces available or you’re welcome to pull into our driveway if one of our cars is not there. ***please read*** There’s been a recent disturbance in the lot behind our yard, some developer is cutting down trees and possibly paving a road to a housing unit that has yet to be built. At the moment we’re not sure exactly what is happening but we are gathering more info and will hopefully have a timeline of how long this construction work will be. If your dog is afraid of loud machinery, you may want to reschedule your visit for a Sunday. As of now that seems to be the only day of the week they’re not working back there. We are very sad this is happening near our yard, as part of the reason we bought this house was the privacy we felt in our back yard. Please bare with us as we try to navigate this situation, we will post updates as we get them. We totally understand if you choose to cancel your visit!

Ruff Canine Club

Ruff Canine Club is a dog park located at 1924 Ellen Rd in Richmond, Virginia, offering a range of amenities for furry friends. The park is open Monday to Friday from 2pm to 9pm, and on weekends from 12pm to 8pm. For more information, individuals can contact the park at (804) 562-2038 or email [email protected].

Park hours: Mon-Fri 2pm - 9pm 
Sat-Sun 12pm - 8pm

Jason's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Richmond

Westwood Park

Westwood Park in Richmond, Virginia is a small dog-friendly park located at 5901-5999 Keystone Cir. The park features amenities such as dog drinking water, a field for dogs to play in, and a walking trail for owners and their furry friends to enjoy. The park is open every day from 7 AM to 7 PM, providing ample opportunities for dogs to socialize and exercise in a safe and welcoming environment.

Park hours: 7 AM–7 PM 7 days per Week

Angel's 80+ Acre No Fence Needed Dog Nature park on Broad Street

Over 80 acres of undeveloped woods and creeks, close enough to the city, but feels like the country. Here you can find places to roam freely far away from hectic city life. Bring your camera, metal detectors, pups, and bug spray, sunscreen, (provided when available!) Under slow construction for updates and features, its a great adventure spot if you and your furry friends are the curious and active type! Early morning and late afternoon are my favorite times during summer, but the other 3 seasons are perfect anytime! Enjoy! If you have any questions please message me!

Selena's Nature Bark Park

Secluded 6 acres of yard surrounded by several more acres of woods. The yard it’s self is flat wide open space. There are little trails in the woods near the back area of the yard to explore with your pup! The back deck has seating that anyone is welcomed to use. There is a fire-pit area in the backyard that could be used if discussed with host. Sometimes there is small wildlife spotted in the yard and woods. We do have one pup who absolutely loves her yard but we wanted to share the love with other pups! We will keep our pup inside or out of the house when puppy guests are here!

Bandy Field Nature Park

Bandy Field Nature Park is an unfenced dog park located on Three Chopt Rd in Richmond, Virginia. It is a small dog friendly park with amenities such as dog drinking water, tables, an indoor restroom, a field, and a trail for dogs to enjoy. Visitors can contact the park at 804-646-5733 for more information.

Quiet Shaded Oasis in Midlothian | Fully Fenced Private Play

Welcome to our quiet, private backyard retreat located at the end of a low-traffic residential cul-de-sac in Midlothian. Perfect for solo dogs, small breeds, and pups looking for a safe, relaxed place to sniff, stretch their legs, and play off-leash without the stress of crowded public dog parks. The Space: • Fully enclosed yard featuring open grass, mature shade trees, and a concrete patio path. • Plenty of room for fetch, scent-work, and relaxing in the shade. • Direct, private side-gate access for complete contact-free entry. Amenities Provided: • Fresh water and clean water bowls. • Waste station with scooper, waste bags, and a covered trash bin. • Patio seating for humans to relax while pups explore. Safety & Fence Details (Please Review): • The perimeter is fully enclosed with a mix of tall privacy fencing and a standard 4-foot picket fence. • Best suited for: Small to medium dogs (under 45 lbs) and calm, low-jumping breeds. Not recommended for known high-jumpers or fence-climbers. • Because parts of the fence are open picket, dogs can occasionally see neighboring yards or passing cars—please supervise reactive pups. House Rules: • Up to 2 dogs per booking (from the same household). • Please pick up after your dog using the provided bags and bin. • Keep dogs leashed until fully inside the secured gate. We maintain a 15-minute buffer between all bookings to ensure you and your dog never cross paths with another guest. Enjoy your visit!

Callie's 4 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Manakin Sabot