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 Sturbridge, Massachusetts
Jess A.
September 2023
Well-maintained yard with lots of toys and water for the pups. They even had bug spray and candles to keep the mosquitoes away. Our pups had a great time!
Kristine S.
September 2023
Woof woof woof! Bark! Translation- I had lots of fun running around with new toys, having a dig area, and water for when I'm thirsty! My human appreciated the neatness and organization of the place, the small touches like bug spray, citronella candles, and human seating areas!
Aubrey H.
September 2023
This spot was great and the host left out bug spray, doggie waste bags, water and a bowl, and more for the convenience of guests. It was clean and our older dogs enjoyed their time there.
Adriana B.
September 2023
Great spot! Very private back yard. Felt like it was just us besides a few dog barks from neighbors in the far distance that didn’t bother us.
Lots of places to sit, toys, water, poop bags and more. Will be back.
Kara V.
September 2023
We brought our puppy here for his first off leash experience and he absolutely loved it! We appreciated the extras, (toys, drinking water, bug spray, ect) and how kind our host was at the end of our visit. We can't wait to come back!
Madeline R.
August 2023
This spot was fantastic! The area was pretty big and my dog was able to run freely with the area being fenced in!
Nova P.
August 2023
Excellent location and host. Little to no cell reception (just an FYI) but don’t let that stop you. Everything a dog could possibly want, including a bright red fire hydrant. We will visit again next time we visit MA!
Julia D.
August 2023
Really good space for playing fetch! Lots of area for my dog to run. Also many helpful things in a bin for the dogs. Also tiki torches and bug spray for repelling any mosquitos. My dog had a lot of fun finding the bones and then running around! Also loved the soccer ball 😊
Trisha B.
August 2023
This sniffspot is exactly as pictured! A beautiful and huge fenced in area with plenty of sniffs. The only con was the mosquitoes that the description and Kim did warn me about. Kim had kindly lit tiki torches and left bug spray on the table for us, but my dog and I are mosquito magnets so we'll just have to come another time when the mosquitos aren't so rampant.
Erin B.
August 2023
Kim's Sniffspot was perfect for our energetic pup! Kim provided bug spray (which was absolutely necessary!), a full gallon of water with an accompying bowl, and plenty of various toys. Highly recommend!
Eliza H.
July 2023
Yeti had a great time at Hop Hollow! The area was great! Fenced in, lots of room to run and play. Kim had tiki torches around the yard and some table top ones for mosquitos along with bug spray. A bowl and water for the pups and lots of toys! We were totally by ourselves the whole time. I loved being able to sit back and let Yeti run around by herself!
Katrina C.
July 2023
Our dog loved it here! The host lit citronella torches and had bug spray available which was amazing. They have water out with a bowl for the pups, a big bucket of toys to play with, an awesome dig area, and a waste bucket for cleanup. It was so quiet, would definitely recommend to others.
Paula T.
July 2023
Shoeless Joe had a wonderful time at this lovely dog park. Joey did what he does best:, run around, sniff, roll around with on the ground, play ball, and roll around some more.
The park was secure. There were many thoughtful amenities left for both the two legged and the four legged. Joey says this is a four paws out of four paws up dog park. If he had five paws, he would give it to them. Instead, he gives a nonstop tail wag! Thank you so much! Both my dog and I appreciate Kim and all her hard work.
Dalyn K.
July 2023
My dogs loved it! Perfect amount of space to let some zoomies out! Definitely bring bug spray since it’s that time of year and in a wooded area, but overall a great experience:)
kaitlyn k.
July 2023
this was such a cute space for us to bring our two puppies!! host was really nice and location was really easy to find
Angela N.
July 2023
This area is so cute and quiet. My little Ava loves running around the yard. It’s definitely bigger than the photos so she could get the zoomies out. Can’t wait to come back!
Lindsay L.
April 2023
Very nice rustic farm spot! She has different enclosed areas, large and small, which the dogs enjoyed a lot!
Lorri F.
July 2023
Nice, quiet yard. The perfect place for your dog to get some exercise. Very clean!
Lindsay L.
July 2023
Absolutely spectacular park for both dogs and people! Super thoughtful host! 😊Just beware the mosquitoes - BRING BUG SPRAY!
Alex M.
July 2023
My big fluffy dog loves this spot! Very shady, very quiet, very clean! 🐶
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.
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. 0% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Sturbridge 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 128 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 25 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.
What is the best dog beach near Sturbridge?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Sturbridge is Steve's Private Dog Park In Lisbon. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Sturbridge have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 128 fully fenced dog parks in or near Sturbridge. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Sturbridge?
The Sturbridge area has 9 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 Tracy's Wooded Tails and Trails.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Sturbridge?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Sturbridge?
There are 34 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Sturbridge where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Kevin's Private Dog Park In Ware.
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