55The directions given by the property owner were easy to follow. The parking lot was spacious and clean. The trail had a good variety of difficulty. The ponds were thoroughly enjoyed by our lab. Our puppy was very excited to explore the amazing 40 acres, however we were hesitant to leave her off leash for an extended period of time because of her age. We look forward to visiting again when she is older. Lori Z.
Lori Z.
August 2021
The directions given by the property owner were easy to follow. The parking lot was spacious and clean. The trail had a good variety of difficulty. The ponds were thoroughly enjoyed by our lab. Our puppy was very excited to explore the amazing 40 acres, however we were hesitant to leave her off leash for an extended period of time because of her age. We look forward to visiting again when she is older.
55We did a leisurely walk in 1 hour. A nice loop. Our dog loved the ponds to explore and on the return back had a good swim in
the first pond to finish off the
walk. Jill U.
Jill U.
August 2021
We did a leisurely walk in 1 hour. A nice loop. Our dog loved the ponds to explore and on the return back had a good swim in
the first pond to finish off the
walk.
55Hosted a reunion party for my huskies and their littermates and they had a total blast romping in the forest and splashing in the ponds. Human guests also had a good time being out in nature. Strongly recommend this place! Julie C.
Julie C.
September 2021
Hosted a reunion party for my huskies and their littermates and they had a total blast romping in the forest and splashing in the ponds. Human guests also had a good time being out in nature. Strongly recommend this place!
55I brought my pup here for her first birthday to enjoy some off-leash hiking. What an amazing property! We both had such a wonderful time. There’s splash ponds, a meadow, and a lovely Sugar Maple forest. An hour is plenty to hike the property, but I’m glad we booked two. It’s also a nice hike for the human, with a bit of topography but not so much that it’s challenging for people who are less mobile. As a Botanist, I also had a lovely time enjoying some botanical finds such as the parasitic plant American Cancer-root. Overall I highly recommend this SniffSpot and would definitely book again! Must be gorgeous during the spring ephemeral bloom!Agneta S.
Agneta S.
June 2021
I brought my pup here for her first birthday to enjoy some off-leash hiking. What an amazing property! We both had such a wonderful time. There’s splash ponds, a meadow, and a lovely Sugar Maple forest. An hour is plenty to hike the property, but I’m glad we booked two. It’s also a nice hike for the human, with a bit of topography but not so much that it’s challenging for people who are less mobile. As a Botanist, I also had a lovely time enjoying some botanical finds such as the parasitic plant American Cancer-root. Overall I highly recommend this SniffSpot and would definitely book again! Must be gorgeous during the spring ephemeral bloom!
55As always it was great!! Lots of rain filled the ponds up and the leaves in the forest section are really pretty! Everything was clean and organized. We love being able to arrive, spend our time and having the security of knowing we have the place all to ourselves. Both for the dogs and for covid. As always the dogs had an absolute blast. We didn’t get a chance to review our last visit so I’m attaching photos of today and our September visit for our dogs Birthday Amanda M.
Amanda M.
October 2021
As always it was great!! Lots of rain filled the ponds up and the leaves in the forest section are really pretty! Everything was clean and organized. We love being able to arrive, spend our time and having the security of knowing we have the place all to ourselves. Both for the dogs and for covid. As always the dogs had an absolute blast. We didn’t get a chance to review our last visit so I’m attaching photos of today and our September visit for our dogs Birthday
55Second time back and my dog absolutely loves this place! It is beautiful in the fall with all of the colors and a well maintained property :)Tessa L.
Tessa L.
November 2021
Second time back and my dog absolutely loves this place! It is beautiful in the fall with all of the colors and a well maintained property :)
55My guest and I had an great experience we were worried we’d have to hunt down our dogs because they have never been off leash in a trail before. They were amazing and had a great time and I’m booking our next visit.Jeanie T.
Jeanie T.
June 2022
My guest and I had an great experience we were worried we’d have to hunt down our dogs because they have never been off leash in a trail before. They were amazing and had a great time and I’m booking our next visit.
55Wow! Beautiful property, easy trails to walk. Signs made it extra easy to follow trails and find the ponds. The pups LOVED our time. Even our 7 year old said it was the best hike! We will absolutely be back (probably monthly haha). Jennifer M.
Jennifer M.
June 2022
Wow! Beautiful property, easy trails to walk. Signs made it extra easy to follow trails and find the ponds. The pups LOVED our time. Even our 7 year old said it was the best hike! We will absolutely be back (probably monthly haha).
55It was great, this was the first time testing our husky off leash. He has a decent recall and stayed close enough to us the whole time. It took us 45 minutes to walk the trail. Our dog was extremely tired towards the end that he ran up to the car and just waited for us.
I would suggest bringing hiking shoes and bug spray. It rained a few days ago and there was one spot that had quite a bit of mud on the trail. Definitely also need to bring a towel for their paws because of the doggy splash pond. Amanda S.
Amanda S.
June 2022
It was great, this was the first time testing our husky off leash. He has a decent recall and stayed close enough to us the whole time. It took us 45 minutes to walk the trail. Our dog was extremely tired towards the end that he ran up to the car and just waited for us.
I would suggest bringing hiking shoes and bug spray. It rained a few days ago and there was one spot that had quite a bit of mud on the trail. Definitely also need to bring a towel for their paws because of the doggy splash pond.
55I couldn’t ask for a better space to hike with my dogs. A wonderful experience for both humans and the dogs. I highly recommend to anyone with a dog. Lisa M.
Lisa M.
June 2022
I couldn’t ask for a better space to hike with my dogs. A wonderful experience for both humans and the dogs. I highly recommend to anyone with a dog.
55Our first time going to SafeK9 Private Dog Park & Trail and it was a great experience, would 100% recommend it. Our dog loved it, especially the splash ponds and all the forest so she could explore without any other distractions of other dogs. The walk took us about an hour and our pup was tired out by the end of it. It was all fenced in so we didn't have to worry about her running away or running into other dogs. We will be going back again and again that's for sure. Outstanding job on creating this trail:)Rachel A.
Rachel A.
June 2022
Our first time going to SafeK9 Private Dog Park & Trail and it was a great experience, would 100% recommend it. Our dog loved it, especially the splash ponds and all the forest so she could explore without any other distractions of other dogs. The walk took us about an hour and our pup was tired out by the end of it. It was all fenced in so we didn't have to worry about her running away or running into other dogs. We will be going back again and again that's for sure. Outstanding job on creating this trail:)
55We couldn't have had a better first Sniffspot experience! Cathy was very friendly and even filled a couple pools for Dax to cool off. The trail is clean, a mix of gravel and bush with 2 ponds. The area is completely fenced so we were able to let Dax off-leash for the first time and he loved it. He also had a great time in the ponds, he's never been a fan of water until today. We can't wait for our next visit!Tracy J.
Tracy J.
June 2022
We couldn't have had a better first Sniffspot experience! Cathy was very friendly and even filled a couple pools for Dax to cool off. The trail is clean, a mix of gravel and bush with 2 ponds. The area is completely fenced so we were able to let Dax off-leash for the first time and he loved it. He also had a great time in the ponds, he's never been a fan of water until today. We can't wait for our next visit!
55Great experience. Directions were clear and easy to follow. We came on a hot day, and the splash ponds and shaded forest trail ensured my dog stayed cool. Cindy Z.
Cindy Z.
June 2022
Great experience. Directions were clear and easy to follow. We came on a hot day, and the splash ponds and shaded forest trail ensured my dog stayed cool.
55I have a very anxious dog who was able to run around and not worry about meeting any other dogs. It was well fenced and extremely well maintained. Tracy t.
Tracy t.
June 2022
I have a very anxious dog who was able to run around and not worry about meeting any other dogs. It was well fenced and extremely well maintained.
55As everyone has said, a simply wonderful spot! This was our first time and we will definitely come back. The instructions are easy to follow and there is lots of signage. The trail is fantastic and our dogs had a great time running through the woods and cooling off in the pond. Overall just a perfect experience!Amy L.
Amy L.
July 2022
As everyone has said, a simply wonderful spot! This was our first time and we will definitely come back. The instructions are easy to follow and there is lots of signage. The trail is fantastic and our dogs had a great time running through the woods and cooling off in the pond. Overall just a perfect experience!
55Phenomenal trails for all dogs! Super well maintained, the 2 ponds are so great, and our dog LOVED it. 20/10 recommend and we will 100% be booking again! Michela E.
Michela E.
July 2022
Phenomenal trails for all dogs! Super well maintained, the 2 ponds are so great, and our dog LOVED it. 20/10 recommend and we will 100% be booking again!
55Our fur babies love off-leash trails and this was exactly what we were looking for. Clean, well graded, well marked trail was easy going for my old girl. Was looking forward to my puppy splashing in the pond, but with a dry spring season, looks to have dried up a bit. Regardless, a great day trip from Toronto.Jason C.
Jason C.
July 2021
Our fur babies love off-leash trails and this was exactly what we were looking for. Clean, well graded, well marked trail was easy going for my old girl. Was looking forward to my puppy splashing in the pond, but with a dry spring season, looks to have dried up a bit. Regardless, a great day trip from Toronto.
55A nice, peaceful trail to walk with four legged friends without worry 💜 we will definitely be back again very soon!!!Mandy L.
Mandy L.
July 2021
A nice, peaceful trail to walk with four legged friends without worry 💜 we will definitely be back again very soon!!!
How do Lake of Bays'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 Lake of Bays 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. 94% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Lake of Bays 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 6 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 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 Lake of Bays have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 6 fully fenced dog parks in or near Lake of Bays. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Lake of Bays?
The Lake of Bays area has 3 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 Ramon's 25 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Tiny.
Where in Lake of Bays can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Lake of Bays?
There are 2 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Lake of Bays where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Dog Park at Paws@Killara Station.
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