55We’ve been to sniffspots all over the country and this one was definitely one of the coolest!! We spent 1.5 hours here for my dog’s birthday and saw less than half of the spot. Will definitely be back, thank you so much!Mariana R.
Mariana R.
May 2023
We’ve been to sniffspots all over the country and this one was definitely one of the coolest!! We spent 1.5 hours here for my dog’s birthday and saw less than half of the spot. Will definitely be back, thank you so much!
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55Great experience overall, directions on parking and where to go were very clear. We went on a very hot summer day so be mindful this location is primarily in the open and pack lots of water! Thank you Casey! Claire K.
Claire K.
July 2023
Great experience overall, directions on parking and where to go were very clear. We went on a very hot summer day so be mindful this location is primarily in the open and pack lots of water! Thank you Casey!
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55We had a great time exploring this spot! Our dog loved running through the fields. There were very occasional cars but since it was so wide open, it was easy to see them coming. We’ll be back!Becca F.
Becca F.
August 2023
We had a great time exploring this spot! Our dog loved running through the fields. There were very occasional cars but since it was so wide open, it was easy to see them coming. We’ll be back!
Rock Springs Farm (650 acres worlds largest Sniffspot) | Sniffspot
55We had THE BEST TIME visiting this spot!! Our pup loved frolicking in the fields and sniffing all over the place! We had so much fun and we can’t wait to visit again! Such a beautiful place and an amazing opportunity to safely explore!Emily H.
Emily H.
August 2023
We had THE BEST TIME visiting this spot!! Our pup loved frolicking in the fields and sniffing all over the place! We had so much fun and we can’t wait to visit again! Such a beautiful place and an amazing opportunity to safely explore!
Rock Springs Farm (650 acres worlds largest Sniffspot) | Sniffspot
55This was our first time ever going to a sniff spot and my kids really enjoyed it!! They never had so much fun and I could tell this is going to become a regular visiting place for us. So fortunate to live less than an hour from here so that we can come back often. The kids are sleeping like a rock and we couldn’t be happier Christina W.
Christina W.
August 2023
This was our first time ever going to a sniff spot and my kids really enjoyed it!! They never had so much fun and I could tell this is going to become a regular visiting place for us. So fortunate to live less than an hour from here so that we can come back often. The kids are sleeping like a rock and we couldn’t be happier
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55We had a wonderful time visiting the farm. My dogs go for 3-7 mile runs almost every day and they were as tired if not more from running around here for 45 mins! Casey was an awesome host!Eleanor D.
Eleanor D.
August 2023
We had a wonderful time visiting the farm. My dogs go for 3-7 mile runs almost every day and they were as tired if not more from running around here for 45 mins! Casey was an awesome host!
Rock Springs Farm (650 acres worlds largest Sniffspot) | Sniffspot
55This was my first time using this app and I highly doubt I’ll find a property that beats this one!! Casey was a really great host and made everything super easy! My dogs had the time of their lives. There’s just so much to explore!! We will be back often!!Kendra M.
Kendra M.
September 2023
This was my first time using this app and I highly doubt I’ll find a property that beats this one!! Casey was a really great host and made everything super easy! My dogs had the time of their lives. There’s just so much to explore!! We will be back often!!
Rock Springs Farm (650 acres worlds largest Sniffspot) | Sniffspot
55Unbelievable endless fields, when you reach the end of one and think you’ve hit the edge of the property, check your map location to see that it goes on and on and on. Know where you’re going, you’re deep in Hanover, wildlife is present!James Y.
James Y.
September 2023
Unbelievable endless fields, when you reach the end of one and think you’ve hit the edge of the property, check your map location to see that it goes on and on and on. Know where you’re going, you’re deep in Hanover, wildlife is present!
Rock Springs Farm (650 acres worlds largest Sniffspot) | Sniffspot
55This spot is an absolute gem. Tons of gorgeous space to explore with incredible views. Definitely wear some reliable shoes and long pants! Can’t wait to come back here. Mary G.
Mary G.
October 2023
This spot is an absolute gem. Tons of gorgeous space to explore with incredible views. Definitely wear some reliable shoes and long pants! Can’t wait to come back here.
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55My dog had more fun than I’ve seen him have in a long time!! He loved searching for his ball in the field. I made a 40 minute drive from Richmond to try this spot out and I will definitely be back!Taylor S.
Taylor S.
November 2023
My dog had more fun than I’ve seen him have in a long time!! He loved searching for his ball in the field. I made a 40 minute drive from Richmond to try this spot out and I will definitely be back!
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55We had such a wonderful time! So much open space and land for our energetic Boykin to run and play. He loved running through the fields and all the space to explore! Definitely will be back!Hannah W.
Hannah W.
November 2023
We had such a wonderful time! So much open space and land for our energetic Boykin to run and play. He loved running through the fields and all the space to explore! Definitely will be back!
Rock Springs Farm (650 acres worlds largest Sniffspot) | Sniffspot
55This was an amazing adventure for my dog. We booked 2 hours and were tired by the end but still have tons to explore next time. She loved running through the fields and smelling everything, hunting field mice and so on. A city dog's dream come true. The area is clean and open and fairly easy to navigate if a tad overwhelming simply due to the expansive area. Wear good hiking boots, any less and you will regret it. Bring water, there is no shade and even mid 50s and sunny your dog will be thirsty. I'd also recommend a hat if the sun's out. Since it's fall and the crops have been cut, whatbis left could be a little hard on your dog's paws if they are not conditioned to rough and tough surfaces. It was the perfect day for my high energy pointer and we can't wait to go back soon. Sarah B.
Sarah B.
November 2023
This was an amazing adventure for my dog. We booked 2 hours and were tired by the end but still have tons to explore next time. She loved running through the fields and smelling everything, hunting field mice and so on. A city dog's dream come true. The area is clean and open and fairly easy to navigate if a tad overwhelming simply due to the expansive area. Wear good hiking boots, any less and you will regret it. Bring water, there is no shade and even mid 50s and sunny your dog will be thirsty. I'd also recommend a hat if the sun's out. Since it's fall and the crops have been cut, whatbis left could be a little hard on your dog's paws if they are not conditioned to rough and tough surfaces. It was the perfect day for my high energy pointer and we can't wait to go back soon.
Rock Springs Farm (650 acres worlds largest Sniffspot) | Sniffspot
55The pups and I had a wonderful time exploring this awesome property. Loved seeing my guys being able to run and sniff to their heart’s content. Big shout out to the host who makes this possible!Heidi M.
Heidi M.
November 2023
The pups and I had a wonderful time exploring this awesome property. Loved seeing my guys being able to run and sniff to their heart’s content. Big shout out to the host who makes this possible!
Rock Springs Farm (650 acres worlds largest Sniffspot) | Sniffspot
55Amazing, expansive property. We had lots of fun exploring for two hours, and it’s was only a fraction of the space. Definitely will return!Christopher M.
Christopher M.
January 2024
Amazing, expansive property. We had lots of fun exploring for two hours, and it’s was only a fraction of the space. Definitely will return!
Rock Springs Farm (650 acres worlds largest Sniffspot) | Sniffspot
55Great off leash spot for dogs! My dog had so much fun, I should have booked 2 hours. Private spot. Wear hiking shoes if you plan to wander far. Nice picnic table spot to rest! Thank you so much, we will be back!Jackie H.
Jackie H.
January 2024
Great off leash spot for dogs! My dog had so much fun, I should have booked 2 hours. Private spot. Wear hiking shoes if you plan to wander far. Nice picnic table spot to rest! Thank you so much, we will be back!
How do Hanover's private dog fields work?
Private rentals by the hour
Our hosts are locals that are renting their yards and private land to dog owners
Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit
Trust and safety first
Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
Reactive dogs welcome
Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind
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FAQ about our Hanover dog fields
Are dog fields safe?
If you are looking for an adventure, but also looking for safety, Sniffspot dog fields are a great option. While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, distracted dog owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private space for just you and doggy friends you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). Especially for training, privacy is ideal. Contrary to public dog parks, all Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog for off leash exercise or outdoor training. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars, while public dog parks often do not even have verified reviews. All payment is done securely online by credit card in a few simple clicks.
All park rental information is available online. Start by filtering parks by fencing, size and distractions, to find a private spot that works for your dog. If your dog has poor recall, you can visit one of our secure fields. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog fields where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can review the details of the listing to make sure it works as your desired activity space, for example, safe dog exercise, dog training, a stress-free adventure with your furry friend or even a puppy event. You can even check the park amenities chart for amenities such as indoor training facilities, agility field, synthetic turf, exercise balls or field parking availability in advance. If inclement weather is an issue or poor field conditions, you can reschedule your visit up to 2 hours in advance.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog field?
We require that all four-legged friends have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. Make sure to check host rules before visiting to ensure, for instance, that you are following allowable sports activities rules and any special events rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot field at the same time as me?
No. Facility rentals are for private play time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the area during visits, so this is perfect for a private adventure for you and your doggie friends, and perhaps a human friend. Hosts understand that many guests have dogs in training and are nervous owners. So when you book a Sniffspot dog field you have the entire private spot to yourself. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between time slots so you will not run into other guest dogs or a previous person when coming or leaving in the field parking area. Some hosts may have multiple fields, but there is always a buffer between fields.