It’s named in memory of our dog Max, who passed away from cancer. He loved this area so much. So, we decided to share with other dogs, who don’t have the luxury of running and sniffing and being a dog. Big pond in the back is drained do to a sand vain.

Fully Fenced

10 acres

5(361)

$10 dog / hour

Lafayette, IN

Bark City - LARGE open field & woods with walking trails

No longer active sniffspot

(PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY) *we may have limited availability until the end of hunting season.* THIS IS AN ACTIVE FARM. YOU MAY SEE FARM EQUIPMENT NEAR THE BARN, ETC. Come enjoy our little paradise! Sugar Creek runs through the back of our property. You are welcome to enjoy it, just be careful while walking the trails. We do have chickens and turkeys on the front of the property. PLEASE leash your dogs until you are on the trail. It’s also very important to leave on time and not show up early. We have multiple guests a day and we need to let our dogs out as well during the day. If you do arrive early, please sit on the 1/4 mile driveway until your allotted time. If you are late, just send us a message if you would like to stay after your scheduled time to make up for being late. We may be out with our dogs doing chores in between guests. We want to continue to host for SniffSpot but we are having issues with people going over allotted time, allowing their dogs to chase our animals, and wandering around spots that are not for guests. All we ask is that guests are respectful of our animals and our property. Our house is not part of the SniffSpot. Please do not bring your dogs up to the front of our house. Our dogs are inside and will see you & start barking. There’s plenty of land to explore!

Zachary's 5 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Linden

About 2 acres of woods, about a quarter acre completely open with no trees. The rest is open but there are a few trees spread throughout. There’s also a couple trails around the property and through the woods.

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Why rent private dog hiking trails in Lafayette, Indiana?

Features	Sniffspot	Public park
Designed for private play
Rentable by the hour
Off leash options
Very large and/or fully fenced options
Pricing	$5 - $15 per dog per hour	Free

What types of private dog parks are available?

Sniffspot has different types of private dog parks to allow any dog to find their ideal spot!

Dog water parks

Many hosts have added water features like pools and/or are nearby lakes or rivers.

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Indoor dog parks

A good alternative to do activities with your dogs on a rainy day and unpleasant weather in general.

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Fully fenced dog parks

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Dog beaches

Some spots are conveniently located by the sea or have sand and other beach features.

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Dog agility parks

Some hosts have implemented full agility courses to train your dogs in a private environment.

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Dog fields

Many of the listed spots are large pastures, fields and have farm animals that can be sighted.

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Small dog parks

Dog parks that specifically work for the needs of dogs that are smaller in size.

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What people say about dog hiking trails around Lafayette, Indiana

Amy Z.

December 2023

This is our last time visiting Max’s Playground for a while 🥲 but we’ll be back. We’re going to miss coming here every week and seeing the three of you! The best memories were made here, Wybie and Alfie will be excited to come back! 💗

LeAnne W.

December 2023

Always a fun time, great hosts, and well secured property. Lots of room for the pups to run, play & explore.

Katie M.

December 2023

The kiddos ALWAYS have a blast and we LOVE coming out to Max's. Hands down my favorite place to spend time with my dogs.

Lydia L.

December 2023

We had a blast at Max’s Playground! Nice fun trails to sniff and explore, big open area for fetch. Delbert and his wife were so welcoming and thoughtful. We’ll be back!

Dawn M.

December 2023

This is definitely one of our favorite spots! The dogs had a blast and didn’t want to leave. When it was time to go, they said “Nope! We live here now!” LOL

Chloe H.

December 2023

So much room for dogs to run and feel safe with it fenced in. Thankful for lots of stuff available (trash cans, poop bags, benches, etc!)

Kelsey L.

December 2023

We really enjoyed our time here! I was able to get a good walk in and dogs were able to run and practice their recall within a fenced in area. The property was clean and well maintained with good trails and water/trash cans available. We will be back!

Hope B.

December 2023

What a great visit! My Borzoi puppy had a blast and the owners of the property were very kind and helpful!

Katie M.

December 2023

Max's Playground is always fun and super welcoming. This is my absolute favorite place to bring my three girls out to run, play, and just be dogs! We love the property and the hosts!

Laura S.

December 2023

Hosts are very welcoming and communicative. Great spot, my dogs love it. We brought 5 dogs and 4 people and everyone loved their time there, even in the cold. :) Appreciated the clean water and trash cans along the trails. You can’t go wrong with this spot, as evidenced by all the positive reviews.

Tracy M.

December 2023

We were able to bring our 4 mos old puppy for her first Sniffspot experience and it was so much fun. All three of our dogs loved the new tug rope. Even the puppy was jumping up and hanging on! This is our favorite Sniffspot the hosts are so welcoming and have thought of everything!

Janet E.

January 2024

Another great visit to Max's. The dogs had a wonderful time being able to run for an hour. Such a great opportunity to let the dogs run free with no worries for their safety.

Rebecca-Eli L.

January 2024

This was our first Sniffspot experience and it was great. From cleaning supplies to cute statues along the trail, it was clear that lots of thought went into this space. The place was easy to find and instructions were clear. We'll be back again!

Pattie S.

January 2024

First warm day after the terrible cold weather. It was great to let the dog stretch his legs for an hour. As usual, Max’s Playground was awesome. Delbert is always such a gracious host. And my dog LOVES it out there!

Ashley L.

January 2024

What a wonderful experience! This was my dog and I’s first time using Sniffspot and I was extremely hesitant at first, but right away we felt welcomed with a personalized welcome sign. The owner of the spot greeted us and told us all about the property, he even had towels and brushes if needed after the walk. There were plenty of poop bag spots and trash cans along the way. We had a great time and will definitely be back.

Jeff L.

September 2023

The park was clean and well supported with water and accessories. Delbert and Jody were great hosts. Highly recommend this dog park.

Morgan U.

January 2024

Such an awesome experience! Delbert greeted us when we arrived and let us know about all the cool things the property has to offer. My fur children loved getting to run and sniff to their hearts’ content and it was even a nice way for me to relax too! Highly recommend!!

Bianca J.

January 2024

Luna enjoys running around and sniffing at Max’s Playground! So much space for her to explore and do her own thing with no worries that she’ll run off :)

Missi D.

February 2024

Very nice owner, very welcoming. Aspen had the time of her life. Thank you so much for a Great time .

Sonja P.

February 2024

It was so nice to finally be able to visit after the last few rainy, gray weeks. We missed our visits so much! Our entire family loves our visits.

How do Lafayette's private dog hiking trails 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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette?

There are 4 dog hiking trails in the Lafayette area. The most popular dog hiking trail is Max's Playground Private Dog Park In Lafayette. 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 Lafayette area range from $10.0 and $10.0. The least expensive dog hiking trail is Max's Playground Private Dog Park In Lafayette. The most expensive dog hiking trail is Max's Playground Private Dog Park In Lafayette. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.

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