Rent the best private dog parks hosted by locals in Rochester, Minnesota

Sniffspot's private dog parks are the best way to exercise your dog. We have the best variety and the best priced dog parks anywhere!

Popular private dog parks near Rochester, Minnesota

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Why rent a private dog park in Rochester, Minnesota?
FeaturesSniffspotPublic 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 hourFree
How do Rochester'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

No other dogs during your visits

Only you and your dogs are allowed to enter a spot during the time you've booked it

Reactive dogs welcome

Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind

Monthly memberships

Many of our dog parks have the option to access member-only benefits with a fixed monthly price

What people say about dog parks around Rochester, Minnesota

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Tatum B.
May 2023
One of the most stress free off leash experiences I’ve had with my dogs! One of my dogs can be reactive toward hyper active dogs and the other hasn’t learned her manners yet. It was so nice to have a fully fenced in grassy space where I could let my dogs have some safe off leash time. There’s was fresh water and a poop scooper as described. I will definitely be bringing my dogs back!
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Nancy R.
April 2023
This was my first use of Sniffspot so I wasn’t 100% sure what to expect. Once I got over the weirdness of walking into someone else’s yard, I was very pleased! The space was clean and just big enough for a 70 pound reactive Labrador to run and have fun. The host had warned me in advance that the water wasn’t on yet, so I brought my own and we were fine. There were some garden beds around so if you have a digger like I do, you’ll just need to be aware and keep an eye on them. There was also a dog in the back neighbor’s yard that got mine a little riled up at first but she soon settled down and things were fine. Loved the nice 6ft privacy fence and everything was very easy to find. I’ll definitely be back soon!
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Amy B.
November 2022
My boyfriend has been at Mayo for almost 2 months now. This was super close and my dog enjoyed being able to romp around off leash.
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Kayla H.
September 2022
Very nice space! My pup loved sniffing around and exploring. Lots of chairs to sit either in the sun or shade, whichever you prefer. Also like that there’s a water dish we can use. My dog and I definitely want to come back! This would be a great place to work on training and tricks, which I’ll do next time!
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Halie S.
July 2022
The yard was amazing had a great amount of shade and lots of places to sit. It was the perfect place to let me dogs get off leash. Thank you so much!
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Richard J.
June 2022
Everything was perfect! There was one dog in a neighboring yard, but it was not visible and left the area quickly. We will be visiting again!
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Gillian R.
June 2022
First time using Sniffspot and Alexis’s yard worked out great! Instructions were clear and she had water set out for us. My dog Stormy even found an old toy in her bushes!
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Brock L.
May 2022
The yard was the perfect size for our 3 dogs to run and get their energy out! It was clean and had chairs for us to sit in. It was also very close to our house which was very convenient! Very affordable and would recommend to anyone looking for a nice sniff spot!
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Nancy R.
May 2023
Great location! There were so many places for my dog to explore and room enough for us to play ball and run a bit. It was a great location for a reactive three year old lab. I’ll definitely be back another day.
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Elizabeth C.
June 2022
Amber's yard was large with high fence and my pittie had great time running around and tuckered her out. Make sure to bring water and dish for your doggie. The only problem was I didn't know where to throw out her poop bag so I took it with me and threw out at home. Thank you Amber for letting us play in your yard!
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Paxton M.
July 2022
Beautiful spot! It was easy to find and the open area was well maintained. There is even a short trail in the woods that we enjoyed while we were there. It was heavily shaded (at least in the morning) which was a huge plus. Will be back!
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Rose H.
August 2022
Very nice secluded space for my pup to sniff around and just have fun. Shaded spaces lots of grass.
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Amanda s.
August 2022
Nice shaded yard! Lots of space and areas to explore.
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Samantha B.
July 2022
Great space! All 6 foot fencing, nice places to sit.
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Rachel F.
June 2022
This was a great, safe place we could relax with our 3 pups! We highly recommend!
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Rachel F.
June 2022
Great secure place for the fur babies to play!
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Annika A.
May 2023
Great spot! Very quiet!
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Beth H.
July 2022
Wonderful, quiet space that allowed my reactive dog to explore. Open with a few trees and a quiet creek on the edge. We’ll definitely be back!!
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Alexis M.
July 2022
Lovely area with tons of space for fetch or training! Clean, fresh water available on site. Perfect amount of shade areas for cooling down. Definitely will go again!
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Paxton M.
July 2022
Jared’s place was easy to find and there was plenty of room for the dogs to run, play and sniff. There are a couple small spots for shade when the dogs needed to cool down and get a drink too. It is unfenced, but definitely far enough away from any busy roads that I was not concerned in the slightest. Will be back!

What other types of private dog parks are available?

Dog water parks
Many hosts have added water features like pools and/or are nearby lakes or rivers.
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Fully fenced dog parks
Very popular choice, perfect to contain your dogs if they are escape artists or if they are not good at recall.
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Dog hiking trails
Some of our best spots have hiking trails in wonderful natural settings.
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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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Dog beaches
Some spots are conveniently located by the sea or have sand and other beach features.
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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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Small dog parks
Dog parks that specifically work for the needs of dogs that are smaller in size.
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FAQ about our Rochester 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 Rochester 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 10 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 2 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 Rochester have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 10 fully fenced dog parks in or near Rochester. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where in Rochester can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Rochester area. The highest rated option is Zoomies Private Dog Park In Rochester.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Rochester?
There are 2 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Rochester where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is FETCH FIELD.

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