55Always a perfect place for my dog to just be a dog! It brings me joy to watch him be so free in this amazing space! May just want to remind people to bring their own water as it’s too cold now for the outdoor hose to supply this. Thank you once again for an amazing experience!Randi M.
Randi M.
November 2023
Always a perfect place for my dog to just be a dog! It brings me joy to watch him be so free in this amazing space! May just want to remind people to bring their own water as it’s too cold now for the outdoor hose to supply this. Thank you once again for an amazing experience!
55This was a great spot! We will definitely be back. This was probably my dog’s favorite sniff spot we have visited so far. There is tons of room to run, play and explore. Everything is fully fenced in so you can enjoy this worry free. We did see the neighboring dogs on the other side of the fence but they were completely separate from us, just be aware if your dog might not like that. Kelsey W.
Kelsey W.
November 2023
This was a great spot! We will definitely be back. This was probably my dog’s favorite sniff spot we have visited so far. There is tons of room to run, play and explore. Everything is fully fenced in so you can enjoy this worry free. We did see the neighboring dogs on the other side of the fence but they were completely separate from us, just be aware if your dog might not like that.
55This was our first visit to a sniff spot locale. Our two had a great time zooming around and checking out the new smells and area. The fencing was great so we didn’t have to worry about them wandering too far. Great space. Only draw back was that there were several areas of dog waste that weren’t picked up but it was such a big yard it wasn’t really a problem I just bagged it and put it in the barrel so my two wouldn’t get too interested. Overall a great time.Laura H.
Laura H.
December 2023
This was our first visit to a sniff spot locale. Our two had a great time zooming around and checking out the new smells and area. The fencing was great so we didn’t have to worry about them wandering too far. Great space. Only draw back was that there were several areas of dog waste that weren’t picked up but it was such a big yard it wasn’t really a problem I just bagged it and put it in the barrel so my two wouldn’t get too interested. Overall a great time.
55This is probably my favorite spot I've taken my dogs, it has a little bit of everything you could want, woods, fields, and plenty to investigate. Even 45 minutes into our visit we were finding new areas we hadn't touched yet. Cal G.
Cal G.
December 2023
This is probably my favorite spot I've taken my dogs, it has a little bit of everything you could want, woods, fields, and plenty to investigate. Even 45 minutes into our visit we were finding new areas we hadn't touched yet.
55My dogs had a blast! Ran for 40 minutes. The yard is fully fenced; my dogs checked very carefully. I was worried at first, but they couldn’t escape. Brandy J.
Brandy J.
January 2024
My dogs had a blast! Ran for 40 minutes. The yard is fully fenced; my dogs checked very carefully. I was worried at first, but they couldn’t escape.
55This is a really fun spot for pups - my two loved it. It's especially nice to have such varied terrain of open areas and woods so my dogs didn't get bored and could have stayed all day. There are dogs in the house that barked a little when mine got close to the house but weren't a problem at all. There are also beautiful chickens near the parking area, but separate from where the dogs will be. Highly recommend!Lisa L.
Lisa L.
January 2024
This is a really fun spot for pups - my two loved it. It's especially nice to have such varied terrain of open areas and woods so my dogs didn't get bored and could have stayed all day. There are dogs in the house that barked a little when mine got close to the house but weren't a problem at all. There are also beautiful chickens near the parking area, but separate from where the dogs will be. Highly recommend!
55My girls had an amazing time! They loved exploring the wooded area, and sniffing all around. This spot is fantastic and has something for every type of dog. And I loved having the peace of mind that they could roam around off leash safely, and just be dogs. We definitely will be going back!! Je M.
Je M.
June 2023
My girls had an amazing time! They loved exploring the wooded area, and sniffing all around. This spot is fantastic and has something for every type of dog. And I loved having the peace of mind that they could roam around off leash safely, and just be dogs. We definitely will be going back!!
55My energetic GSD was in heaven running free and playing with her toys. Also, she was mesmerized by the chickens. I met the host briefly- super friendly and accommodating. Mary M.
Mary M.
October 2021
My energetic GSD was in heaven running free and playing with her toys. Also, she was mesmerized by the chickens. I met the host briefly- super friendly and accommodating.
55Huge space. My dog loved it! One thing to note is the neighbor dog aggressively barked and ran along a portion of the fence the entire time we were there. My dog didn’t seem too bothered by it and we were able to get further away since the space was so large. Obviously not any fault of the host’s- just wanted to point it out in case anyone has dogs that would be bothered or triggered by this. Great spot, clean, will definitely be back! Jessica L.
Jessica L.
February 2024
Huge space. My dog loved it! One thing to note is the neighbor dog aggressively barked and ran along a portion of the fence the entire time we were there. My dog didn’t seem too bothered by it and we were able to get further away since the space was so large. Obviously not any fault of the host’s- just wanted to point it out in case anyone has dogs that would be bothered or triggered by this. Great spot, clean, will definitely be back!
55What a great space! Lots of different areas to explore and felt great about the fence. There were other dogs visible and barking while we were there, so just be aware in case that’s an issue for your pup. Lisa H.
Lisa H.
February 2024
What a great space! Lots of different areas to explore and felt great about the fence. There were other dogs visible and barking while we were there, so just be aware in case that’s an issue for your pup.
55Such a beautiful spot! My dogs really loved exploring and playing fetch in this giant space. As mentioned previously, there are dogs next door that share a fence and are reactive - my dogs did run right over there but we had long lines attached so managing them wasn’t too tricky. Overall, pups and people had a blast! Alex B.
Alex B.
March 2024
Such a beautiful spot! My dogs really loved exploring and playing fetch in this giant space. As mentioned previously, there are dogs next door that share a fence and are reactive - my dogs did run right over there but we had long lines attached so managing them wasn’t too tricky. Overall, pups and people had a blast!
55Really awesome spot with lots of areas to explore. As previously mentioned there was a reactive dog next door but my dog was too busy exploring. Host was very responsive to questions. Heather M.
Heather M.
March 2024
Really awesome spot with lots of areas to explore. As previously mentioned there was a reactive dog next door but my dog was too busy exploring. Host was very responsive to questions.
55My girl loved it! Grass and a little bit of woods to romp around in. This was our first sniff spot and it was great. The host was responsive! Meghan S.
Meghan S.
March 2024
My girl loved it! Grass and a little bit of woods to romp around in. This was our first sniff spot and it was great. The host was responsive!
55Beautiful yard with a lot of space to explore, run, and play fetch. Rafi had a great time! Only thing is a sign would be helpful to know where to go for first timers. Elana M.
Elana M.
April 2024
Beautiful yard with a lot of space to explore, run, and play fetch. Rafi had a great time! Only thing is a sign would be helpful to know where to go for first timers.
55This was our first sniff spot and it was great! Our dog had so much fun chasing his ball in the open area & running through the wooded area. We will definitely be back! Samantha M.
Samantha M.
April 2024
This was our first sniff spot and it was great! Our dog had so much fun chasing his ball in the open area & running through the wooded area. We will definitely be back!
55Great spot! Well fenced! Pups had a great time. Only downfall was neighbors dogs came out and were SUPER reactive to ours.Lauren M.
Lauren M.
April 2024
Great spot! Well fenced! Pups had a great time. Only downfall was neighbors dogs came out and were SUPER reactive to ours.
How do Norfolk'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
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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
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FAQ about our Norfolk 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 Norfolk 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 179 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 30 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.
Sniffspot has 179 fully fenced dog parks in or near Norfolk. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Norfolk?
The Norfolk area has 4 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 Carla's Private Dog Park In Tyngsborough.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Norfolk?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Norfolk. The most popular agility option is For the Heros.
Where in Norfolk can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Norfolk area. The highest rated option is For the Heros.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Norfolk?
There are 33 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Norfolk where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is 2.5 acres of Doggy Heaven!.