55Very secluded and secure! My dog was a huge fan of the chuck it and other toys that were available. Very clean with poop bags and a trash bin for them. Kaitlyn W.
Kaitlyn W.
February 2024
Very secluded and secure! My dog was a huge fan of the chuck it and other toys that were available. Very clean with poop bags and a trash bin for them.
55Another enjoyable time playing at this spot. We had a successful meet and greet with a dog friend. The dog toy bin has a variety of toys for chasing or chewing. Betsy G.
Betsy G.
February 2024
Another enjoyable time playing at this spot. We had a successful meet and greet with a dog friend. The dog toy bin has a variety of toys for chasing or chewing.
55This spot is so lovely, very clear parking for Sniffspot guests and so many great toys for pups to play with! My lazy old pittie only needed about 20 minutes here but he enjoyed his short term zoomies :) we will be back!Grace B.
Grace B.
February 2024
This spot is so lovely, very clear parking for Sniffspot guests and so many great toys for pups to play with! My lazy old pittie only needed about 20 minutes here but he enjoyed his short term zoomies :) we will be back!
55This was one of the best Sniffspot experiences we have had. Space is well-marked and totally secure. Wish I had taken photos but my dogs and I were having too much fu ! Amanda Y.
Amanda Y.
March 2024
This was one of the best Sniffspot experiences we have had. Space is well-marked and totally secure. Wish I had taken photos but my dogs and I were having too much fu !
55Very secure fence, I felt completely comfortable here. Wonderful amenities, this spot is very nicely thought out. Beautiful and private area. Emory P.
Emory P.
March 2024
Very secure fence, I felt completely comfortable here. Wonderful amenities, this spot is very nicely thought out. Beautiful and private area.
55This is a great spot, my pups ran almost the entire hour. My boys very much enjoyed the bird watching at the big tree by the entrance but it was not so distracting I could not call them away, we are working on focusing through distractions so this was the perfect amount. Great place and easy to find.Erin G.
Erin G.
March 2024
This is a great spot, my pups ran almost the entire hour. My boys very much enjoyed the bird watching at the big tree by the entrance but it was not so distracting I could not call them away, we are working on focusing through distractions so this was the perfect amount. Great place and easy to find.
55This is such a perfect spot! We had a great time with my two dogs playing fetch, running around and sniffing everywhere in the large space! It was very clean, with a ball launcher and a few other toys that were new to them!
We had some folks walk by on the road, which I know may be hard for some dogs- I think it was a litter pick up crew! It was an awesome space and we will definitely be back. Suzanne V.
Suzanne V.
March 2024
This is such a perfect spot! We had a great time with my two dogs playing fetch, running around and sniffing everywhere in the large space! It was very clean, with a ball launcher and a few other toys that were new to them!
We had some folks walk by on the road, which I know may be hard for some dogs- I think it was a litter pick up crew! It was an awesome space and we will definitely be back.
55The Sniffspot is at a great location in South Hero. Lots of open space surrounding it and plenty of room for your dog to run around. We came when there was new snow, so it is a great area to visit in the winter. Our dog had an absolute blast. The fence was very secure and the area was clean. There was also a trashcan, toys and poop bags available. There was also plenty of seating available for humans. I would definitely recommend this to anyone in the area. Nolan G.
Nolan G.
March 2024
The Sniffspot is at a great location in South Hero. Lots of open space surrounding it and plenty of room for your dog to run around. We came when there was new snow, so it is a great area to visit in the winter. Our dog had an absolute blast. The fence was very secure and the area was clean. There was also a trashcan, toys and poop bags available. There was also plenty of seating available for humans. I would definitely recommend this to anyone in the area. 
55What a lovely spot!! Definitely one of the best SniffSpots we’ve been to and we can’t wait to come back! Clean, secure, and easily accessed. Thanks so much for sharing it 🐶☺️Lizzie L.
Lizzie L.
March 2024
What a lovely spot!! Definitely one of the best SniffSpots we’ve been to and we can’t wait to come back! Clean, secure, and easily accessed. Thanks so much for sharing it 🐶☺️
55What a beautiful spot! Our puppies had a great time. The fence is secure and toys and trash are available. There is also some water though we also brought our own. Kris S.
Kris S.
March 2024
What a beautiful spot! Our puppies had a great time. The fence is secure and toys and trash are available. There is also some water though we also brought our own.
55We had so much fun here! Beautiful, safe spot for our pup to run wild! So nice that there were toys, water, and a picnic table provided. Thank you!! sadie m.
sadie m.
April 2024
We had so much fun here! Beautiful, safe spot for our pup to run wild! So nice that there were toys, water, and a picnic table provided. Thank you!!
55Truly amazing spot! The islands are a super special place and I loved seeing my dogs run and play safely and to be able to
Work on off leash recall. Toys and water and just a lovely place to let them be free! KATINA R.
KATINA R.
April 2024
Truly amazing spot! The islands are a super special place and I loved seeing my dogs run and play safely and to be able to
Work on off leash recall. Toys and water and just a lovely place to let them be free!
55Easy to find, off road parking. Nice picnic area, and plenty of space and toys for the dogs. We really enjoyed our off leash time here and hope to go back!Tess D.
Tess D.
April 2024
Easy to find, off road parking. Nice picnic area, and plenty of space and toys for the dogs. We really enjoyed our off leash time here and hope to go back!
55We had such a great time at Luke’s place that we went twice in one week! This spot is large, open, and flat with plenty of room for the dogs to run. We appreciated the variety of toys offered by Luke, the fresh drinking water for the pups, and the picnic table to sit at. Not to mention, the surroundings were beautiful! We would definitely love to return to this awesome spot! Kiersten P.
Kiersten P.
April 2024
We had such a great time at Luke’s place that we went twice in one week! This spot is large, open, and flat with plenty of room for the dogs to run. We appreciated the variety of toys offered by Luke, the fresh drinking water for the pups, and the picnic table to sit at. Not to mention, the surroundings were beautiful! We would definitely love to return to this awesome spot!
How do South Hero'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 South Hero 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. 97% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the South Hero 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 9 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 1 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 South Hero have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 9 fully fenced dog parks in or near South Hero. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near South Hero?
The South Hero area has 5 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 Brook Run Dog Trail.
Where in South Hero can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the South Hero area. The highest rated option is Brook Run Dog Park.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near South Hero?
There are 9 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near South Hero where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Island Oasis Private Dog Park.