55We had another fun visit with our dogs! Great space with plenty of room for our small dog to chase! Just a half hour tires them out! Secure and quiet space too which we really appreciate.Roxanne D.
Roxanne D.
September 2023
We had another fun visit with our dogs! Great space with plenty of room for our small dog to chase! Just a half hour tires them out! Secure and quiet space too which we really appreciate.
55Ryan was a wonderful host, so kind and understanding when we were running late. My pup had such a fun time exploring, chasing toys, and of course getting the zoomies! Emily S.
Emily S.
November 2023
Ryan was a wonderful host, so kind and understanding when we were running late. My pup had such a fun time exploring, chasing toys, and of course getting the zoomies!
55My dog did not want to leave. He grumbled most of the car ride home. Perfectly-sized, secure space in a great neighborhood. Plenty of room for safe zoomies.Etienne S.
Etienne S.
March 2023
My dog did not want to leave. He grumbled most of the car ride home. Perfectly-sized, secure space in a great neighborhood. Plenty of room for safe zoomies.
55Nice quiet space. Parking on the side streets was pretty easy, we accessed through the back gate in the alleyway. Ample room for some fetch, and some good shaded areas for the hot day. Krystal S.
Krystal S.
May 2023
Nice quiet space. Parking on the side streets was pretty easy, we accessed through the back gate in the alleyway. Ample room for some fetch, and some good shaded areas for the hot day. 
55This yard was great! Plenty of space for my bigger dog to run around in. Parking was easy out front in the middle of the day. We’ll be back!Jordan B.
Jordan B.
July 2023
This yard was great! Plenty of space for my bigger dog to run around in. Parking was easy out front in the middle of the day. We’ll be back!
55Everything was so cute and my pup absolutely loved his time here! Host was super quick to respond and let me use their hose to give Riley water! He’s tired out from playing! Nancy K.
Nancy K.
July 2023
Everything was so cute and my pup absolutely loved his time here! Host was super quick to respond and let me use their hose to give Riley water! He’s tired out from playing!
55A great first Sniffspot experience for my dogs! There were two water bowls, a hose for water, a frisbee and a table and chairs to sit at. The yard was very clean and spacious, my dogs had a blast! They are super small dogs, but I wasn’t at all worried about them getting out through the fence. elam k.
elam k.
August 2023
A great first Sniffspot experience for my dogs! There were two water bowls, a hose for water, a frisbee and a table and chairs to sit at. The yard was very clean and spacious, my dogs had a blast! They are super small dogs, but I wasn’t at all worried about them getting out through the fence.
55What a great space for the doggies! We’ve been to a few sniff spots now and this was one of our favorite. Lots of space to run and zoomie! Samantha M.
Samantha M.
October 2022
What a great space for the doggies! We’ve been to a few sniff spots now and this was one of our favorite. Lots of space to run and zoomie!
55Super clean. Plenty of water available. A little far for us as we booked since a place closer to us had to cancel. If we lived closer by we would use this spot all the time!Elizabeth T.
Elizabeth T.
October 2022
Super clean. Plenty of water available. A little far for us as we booked since a place closer to us had to cancel. If we lived closer by we would use this spot all the time!
55This host is so friendly and accommodating. Easy booking process and the yard is great! Great for fetch and good for anxious pups like mine because it’s quiet. Will definitely come back! Mary Beth J.
Mary Beth J.
November 2022
This host is so friendly and accommodating. Easy booking process and the yard is great! Great for fetch and good for anxious pups like mine because it’s quiet. Will definitely come back!
55Nice place. Big yard, plenty of grassy room for romping. There is a nice table and chairs for humans. Two full water bowls. Pretty easy to park, I found a space right in front in the middle of the afternoon. I did not hear any neighbor dogs. I heard a dog barking in front but that was someone walking by, which you cannot avoid in the city. My dog ignored it. Tim M.
Tim M.
November 2022
Nice place. Big yard, plenty of grassy room for romping. There is a nice table and chairs for humans. Two full water bowls. Pretty easy to park, I found a space right in front in the middle of the afternoon. I did not hear any neighbor dogs. I heard a dog barking in front but that was someone walking by, which you cannot avoid in the city. My dog ignored it.
Urban Doggo's Hideout - Fully Fenced Yard In Chicago (Lakeview/North Center) | Sniffspot
55Perfect spot to let your pup run around in the city. My dog is super curious so I had to be careful with her around the gate of the fence, but other than that the space is great. Arianna L.
Arianna L.
August 2022
Perfect spot to let your pup run around in the city. My dog is super curious so I had to be careful with her around the gate of the fence, but other than that the space is great.
Urban Doggo's Hideout - Fully Fenced Yard In Chicago (Lakeview/North Center) | Sniffspot
55Styles and I had a great time at this spot today! It wasn’t too big and wasn’t too small, and just the right amount of grass to play around! There was already a bowl of water, and Styles loved running back and forth around the yard.Nicholas D.
Nicholas D.
September 2022
Styles and I had a great time at this spot today! It wasn’t too big and wasn’t too small, and just the right amount of grass to play around! There was already a bowl of water, and Styles loved running back and forth around the yard.
How do North Chicago'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 North Chicago 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 North Chicago 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 204 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 33 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 North Chicago have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 204 fully fenced dog parks in or near North Chicago. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near North Chicago?
The North Chicago area has 6 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 Max's field of Sniffs in Paris, WI.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in North Chicago?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near North Chicago. The most popular agility option is WOODY'S Private Dog Park In Barrington.
Where in North Chicago can I find a pool for dog swimming?