55At first I was not sure about the spot being there is no secure fencing, however for me there were enough natural barriers and older fencing to feel comfortable. This spot is full of natural enrichment for dogs- no frills but my dog loved running through the fields and puddles. There is a little flattened pathway al the way to the hydro lines. I didn’t go beyond that because I couldnt see a trail through the bush. Parking is easy to find and everything is as is described. Thanks for hosting! Mary H.
Mary H.
March 2024
At first I was not sure about the spot being there is no secure fencing, however for me there were enough natural barriers and older fencing to feel comfortable. This spot is full of natural enrichment for dogs- no frills but my dog loved running through the fields and puddles. There is a little flattened pathway al the way to the hydro lines. I didn’t go beyond that because I couldnt see a trail through the bush. Parking is easy to find and everything is as is described. Thanks for hosting!
55Great spot! Clear directions on where to park and easy to find the trail back through the fields. Tons of space for the dogs to run, we had an awesome time and will definitely be back.Shona F.
Shona F.
March 2024
Great spot! Clear directions on where to park and easy to find the trail back through the fields. Tons of space for the dogs to run, we had an awesome time and will definitely be back.
55Updating my review as the spot has a few differences when it’s spring:
There is much more grass now- it’s long so ticks may be a concern.
Not really groomed so wear appropriate clothing.
The water / creek is still there but the grass is growing over it- be careful as the water can still be a bit deeper than it looks.
There are a lot of bugs when I went, should bring bug spray.
Saw a couple of wild turkeys as we entered, they flew off as soon as they heard my voice.
I still love the spot as it provides a lot of natural enrichment for dogs, but these are a few things to keep in mind. Mary H.
Mary H.
May 2024
Updating my review as the spot has a few differences when it’s spring:
There is much more grass now- it’s long so ticks may be a concern.
Not really groomed so wear appropriate clothing.
The water / creek is still there but the grass is growing over it- be careful as the water can still be a bit deeper than it looks.
There are a lot of bugs when I went, should bring bug spray.
Saw a couple of wild turkeys as we entered, they flew off as soon as they heard my voice.
I still love the spot as it provides a lot of natural enrichment for dogs, but these are a few things to keep in mind.
55I recently visited this space my furry girl, and it was an absolute delight! From the moment we arrived, it was clear that this spot was designed with both dogs and their owners in mind. The signage made it easy to find, and the availability of poop bags and waste bins showed a thoughtful attention to detail.
But what truly sets this spot apart is the abundance of exploration opportunities for dogs and humans alike. With plenty of space to roam and discover, my dog was in heaven, and I enjoyed watching her sniff and explore to her heart's content.
We'll definitely be back soon!Lindsay L.
Lindsay L.
February 2024
I recently visited this space my furry girl, and it was an absolute delight! From the moment we arrived, it was clear that this spot was designed with both dogs and their owners in mind. The signage made it easy to find, and the availability of poop bags and waste bins showed a thoughtful attention to detail.
But what truly sets this spot apart is the abundance of exploration opportunities for dogs and humans alike. With plenty of space to roam and discover, my dog was in heaven, and I enjoyed watching her sniff and explore to her heart's content.
We'll definitely be back soon!
55Tons of space for the dogs to explore. Could have spent longer than an hour here for sure. Fallen branches for fetch and a chew were a hit. Would visit throughout the year. Thank youuTaylor A.
Taylor A.
February 2024
Tons of space for the dogs to explore. Could have spent longer than an hour here for sure. Fallen branches for fetch and a chew were a hit. Would visit throughout the year. Thank youu
55We had a great experience at Bridget’s property. We enjoyed the walking trail and fields, and can’t wait to check out the pond in the summer! Everything is very far away from the road so not having a fence was not an issue. Samantha P.
Samantha P.
February 2024
We had a great experience at Bridget’s property. We enjoyed the walking trail and fields, and can’t wait to check out the pond in the summer! Everything is very far away from the road so not having a fence was not an issue.
55This is such a great spot! So much space for my pup to run, play fetch, and of course, smell all the smells! We started off in the first field to the right of the main trail, then walked the lovely main trail to the back fields for more exploring.
There's a garbage bin at the parking lot (and poop bags!) and another at the end of the main trail. Appreciated the signage with directions as well.
We will definitely be back, and we'll book a longer stay. This is a beautiful property, and Bridget is such a thoughtful host. Stephanie J.
Stephanie J.
February 2024
This is such a great spot! So much space for my pup to run, play fetch, and of course, smell all the smells! We started off in the first field to the right of the main trail, then walked the lovely main trail to the back fields for more exploring.
There's a garbage bin at the parking lot (and poop bags!) and another at the end of the main trail. Appreciated the signage with directions as well.
We will definitely be back, and we'll book a longer stay. This is a beautiful property, and Bridget is such a thoughtful host.
55This property is so big and well marked. The dogs had lots of space to explore! We will definitely come back and looking forward to checking it out in the summer too!Julia R.
Julia R.
February 2024
This property is so big and well marked. The dogs had lots of space to explore! We will definitely come back and looking forward to checking it out in the summer too!
55We loved our visit!!! It is a huge space with lots to smell and discover. The main path is beautiful and we cannot wait to discover the pond area later in the year. The host answers any and all questions and is very kind. We will 100% be back!Maëva L.
Maëva L.
March 2024
We loved our visit!!! It is a huge space with lots to smell and discover. The main path is beautiful and we cannot wait to discover the pond area later in the year. The host answers any and all questions and is very kind. We will 100% be back!
55We keep coming back to continue enjoying this wonderful property. We had some extra adventures today with the mud conditions, Bridget was very communicative to help us. We also lvor all the animals we can see on the way in!Julia R.
Julia R.
March 2024
We keep coming back to continue enjoying this wonderful property. We had some extra adventures today with the mud conditions, Bridget was very communicative to help us. We also lvor all the animals we can see on the way in!
55March 4th - Sun was shining so the ground is muddy. Lots of fields to run in without mud even if it was wet. Be sure to bring towels. This is a lovely spot for runners. Huge open fields mixed with some paths would make it fun to bring a chuck-it. My three dogs loved it. Out-house and fire pit were in a gorgeous spot. I do don’t even make it to the pond on this visit! We will be back. Linda S.
Linda S.
March 2024
March 4th - Sun was shining so the ground is muddy. Lots of fields to run in without mud even if it was wet. Be sure to bring towels. This is a lovely spot for runners. Huge open fields mixed with some paths would make it fun to bring a chuck-it. My three dogs loved it. Out-house and fire pit were in a gorgeous spot. I do don’t even make it to the pond on this visit! We will be back.
55Very thoughtful of the host to let me know that she had set up a dog wash station because of how muddy all of Ottawa is right now, among other considerate details.Jeremy H.
Jeremy H.
March 2024
Very thoughtful of the host to let me know that she had set up a dog wash station because of how muddy all of Ottawa is right now, among other considerate details.
55It has been a pleasure coming to this lovely place every time. The host is very considerate and communication is so easy. We love coming here it is our favorite spot to explore and we cannot wait to be able to enjoy the pond !Maëva L.
Maëva L.
March 2024
It has been a pleasure coming to this lovely place every time. The host is very considerate and communication is so easy. We love coming here it is our favorite spot to explore and we cannot wait to be able to enjoy the pond !
55This is dog paradise. Acres of land to explore in the heart of farming country. The car ride to Metcalfe from my place in Ottawa West took only 40 minutes. A visit to be repeated for sure!Kate M.
Kate M.
March 2024
This is dog paradise. Acres of land to explore in the heart of farming country. The car ride to Metcalfe from my place in Ottawa West took only 40 minutes. A visit to be repeated for sure!
55So much space for running and playing. My pup had so much fun in the grass and pond. Bridget was super helpful in guiding us to where we were supposed to go. I did find a tick crawling on me afterwards so make sure to check yourself and your pup after! Overall definitely will be returning and recommending to other dog parents! Madeline W.
Madeline W.
March 2024
So much space for running and playing. My pup had so much fun in the grass and pond. Bridget was super helpful in guiding us to where we were supposed to go. I did find a tick crawling on me afterwards so make sure to check yourself and your pup after! Overall definitely will be returning and recommending to other dog parents!
55Awesome first visit, we'll definitely be back. The spot was very easy to find and the parking area, trail and pond are really well marked. Huge amount of space for the dogs to play fetch, chase and sniff and it's very clean, there's even an extra garbage far back on the trail. The outhouse and fire pit are a really nice touch. The hosts obviously put a lot of thought into this spot.Shona F.
Shona F.
March 2024
Awesome first visit, we'll definitely be back. The spot was very easy to find and the parking area, trail and pond are really well marked. Huge amount of space for the dogs to play fetch, chase and sniff and it's very clean, there's even an extra garbage far back on the trail. The outhouse and fire pit are a really nice touch. The hosts obviously put a lot of thought into this spot.
55Easy to get to, private, lots of land to let the pups run, (if you need a pup on long line to practice recall or if you have a runner this is the ideal place)
Outhouse available if needed, extra poop bags and a garbage on the trail.
Main trail is gorgeous for pictures!
Host was responsive via messaging.
Highly recommended this sniff spot. We will be back! Leeann H.
Leeann H.
March 2024
Easy to get to, private, lots of land to let the pups run, (if you need a pup on long line to practice recall or if you have a runner this is the ideal place)
Outhouse available if needed, extra poop bags and a garbage on the trail.
Main trail is gorgeous for pictures!
Host was responsive via messaging.
Highly recommended this sniff spot. We will be back!
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Private rentals by the hour
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Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
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FAQ about our Ottawa dog water parks
Are dog water parks safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are 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. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. If you are worried about whether you can have an enjoyable water experience, just know that it is possible to have peace of mind when visiting dog waterparks by following basic safety guidelines. Some great ways to stay safe around water with your dog include learning canine CPR and keep an eye on your dog at all times to ensure they are not distressed. You can learn more about safety around water here.
How can I find the best dog water parks in Ottawa?
There are 11 dog water parks in the Ottawa area. The most popular dog water park is LK Farm private dog park in Metcalfe. You can browse all of our dog water parks here.
How do I know if a dog water park works for my dog?
Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your dog. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog water parks. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog water parks where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Make sure to review the amenities of the spot to see what kind of water features are offered to make sure it works for your dog. If your dog is not a strong swimmer, then perhaps choose a dog water park with tamer water features rather than a river or beach, for instance. We also recommend reading reviews and reaching out to the host with any questions, and of course, checking water park hours.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot water park?
We require that all dogs 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. Additionally, we recommend following our water safety guidelines.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot water park 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 dog water parks cost?
Dog water parks in the Ottawa area range from $12.0 and $12.0. The least expensive dog water park is LK Farm private dog park in Metcalfe. The most expensive dog water park is LK Farm private dog park in Metcalfe. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
Can I have an event or party at a dog water park?
If you are planning an amazing dog water park party, each Sniffspot water park has their own rules regarding special events. Many water parks allow doggie birthday parties, training and other event types. Event organizers need to be responsible for their guests and event organizers should coordinate with the host regarding their fun party.
What are the coolest doggie water features available?
Sniffspot dog water parks can have a variety of features, everything from swimming pools to rivers to beaches to hoses and kiddie pools. If you are dreaming of a curtain of water, water tunnels, a ball pit pool, water slide ball pits, splash pools or other cool features, you can definitely find amazing features at Sniffspot dog water parks. Each water park is different, so check the details of the park to find the incredible dog water park of your dreams.
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