55Private space with no other animals present. There are a few small holes in the fence that are covered up with rocks, but large dogs would not be able to escape. Andrea H.
Andrea H.
March 2023
Private space with no other animals present. There are a few small holes in the fence that are covered up with rocks, but large dogs would not be able to escape.
55A perfect little backyard with a basketball hoop (hence the name Air Bud 🥰). It is fully fenced, has water access with a bowl provided, and a garbage can to toss the poop in, but make sure to BRING YOUR OWN BAGS! Free wifi is also provided, which is so sweet of the host to offer 🥹
The fence is old so there are some gaps at the bottom where it has rotted out, but they’re blocked with rocks - my dog is 60lbs, so it wasn’t an issue for us, but if you have a smaller dog, maybe do a walk-around before letting your pup off leash. All in all, this is a great spot that we will definitely be returning to! Adrianna O.
Adrianna O.
March 2023
A perfect little backyard with a basketball hoop (hence the name Air Bud 🥰). It is fully fenced, has water access with a bowl provided, and a garbage can to toss the poop in, but make sure to BRING YOUR OWN BAGS! Free wifi is also provided, which is so sweet of the host to offer 🥹
The fence is old so there are some gaps at the bottom where it has rotted out, but they’re blocked with rocks - my dog is 60lbs, so it wasn’t an issue for us, but if you have a smaller dog, maybe do a walk-around before letting your pup off leash. All in all, this is a great spot that we will definitely be returning to!
55Such a cute backyard and perfect size, even for my three dogs. I could keep an eye on all of them while they explored. Thankful to Ben for providing a water bowl because it was warmer than I thought it was going to be. Overall, would visit again for sure!Margie A.
Margie A.
March 2023
Such a cute backyard and perfect size, even for my three dogs. I could keep an eye on all of them while they explored. Thankful to Ben for providing a water bowl because it was warmer than I thought it was going to be. Overall, would visit again for sure!
55Ben's spot is a nice cozy, large enough yard to make any pup happy. Nice and shady! You feel nice and secluded. Yard is super secure! Just bring an extra ball in case it goes under the deck. It's perfect, I'll definitely be a regular. 10*Stephanie T.
Stephanie T.
April 2023
Ben's spot is a nice cozy, large enough yard to make any pup happy. Nice and shady! You feel nice and secluded. Yard is super secure! Just bring an extra ball in case it goes under the deck. It's perfect, I'll definitely be a regular. 10*
55The site is exactly what is advertised and there’s a nice deck that you can sit on and a nice sized yard. The fences are a good height as well, so I wasn’t worried about my dog trying to escape or getting riled up by somethingRachel W.
Rachel W.
June 2023
The site is exactly what is advertised and there’s a nice deck that you can sit on and a nice sized yard. The fences are a good height as well, so I wasn’t worried about my dog trying to escape or getting riled up by something
55Clover and I had a great romp and enjoyed getting out of our apartment! The yard had great shade. There was a fair amount of traffic noise, as expected for a yard in the city, but something to keep in mind for your pup.
If you have a small dog who likes to either hide or escape, be sure to supervise them well. The yard is secure, but there's a gap of about 4 inches below the gate. There are also gaps of 4-6 inches to get under the shed and the deck, and one area in the wood fence that's again about 4 inches. It wasn't a problem for us, but again, something to keep in mind for your dog.
As for us, we had a great time and will certainly be visiting again!Amber B.
Amber B.
September 2023
Clover and I had a great romp and enjoyed getting out of our apartment! The yard had great shade. There was a fair amount of traffic noise, as expected for a yard in the city, but something to keep in mind for your pup.
If you have a small dog who likes to either hide or escape, be sure to supervise them well. The yard is secure, but there's a gap of about 4 inches below the gate. There are also gaps of 4-6 inches to get under the shed and the deck, and one area in the wood fence that's again about 4 inches. It wasn't a problem for us, but again, something to keep in mind for your dog.
As for us, we had a great time and will certainly be visiting again!
55I didn't actually end up going because the puppy play date got canceled at the last minute, but Ben was nice and easy to communicate with. Jennifer N.
Jennifer N.
January 2024
I didn't actually end up going because the puppy play date got canceled at the last minute, but Ben was nice and easy to communicate with.
55Jessica has done a great job setting up this spot for dogs. The spot itself is set up higher than the street and is fully fenced with most of the fence having shrubs to make it totally blocked from the street. You walk up some stairs to enter the spot and there are double gates to ensure that your dog can’t escape when leashing and unleashing. The spot is supplied with tons of toys and even mini pools. It’s not enormous but big enough for a solid game of fetch. The host is a dog sitter so there are lots of smells in the yard even though we didn’t hear or see any dogs when we were there, but soba sniffed incessantly and didn’t want to leave. There are also chairs for the humans to relax while your dogs sniff and play.David A.
David A.
July 2019
Jessica has done a great job setting up this spot for dogs. The spot itself is set up higher than the street and is fully fenced with most of the fence having shrubs to make it totally blocked from the street. You walk up some stairs to enter the spot and there are double gates to ensure that your dog can’t escape when leashing and unleashing. The spot is supplied with tons of toys and even mini pools. It’s not enormous but big enough for a solid game of fetch. The host is a dog sitter so there are lots of smells in the yard even though we didn’t hear or see any dogs when we were there, but soba sniffed incessantly and didn’t want to leave. There are also chairs for the humans to relax while your dogs sniff and play.
Spacious yard for your pup to run and roam! | Sniffspot
55This is a huge yard for having such a central location. It’s big and open with a slight hill, so good for fetch. The yard is fully fenced and generally felt very private but I heard a bit of radio noise when I was close to one side of the yard and once I heard a dog bark in the distance like maybe from inside a neighboring house. There are chairs, a large open covered patio, a water bowl and some toys! Soba loved exploring and playing here!David A.
David A.
August 2019
This is a huge yard for having such a central location. It’s big and open with a slight hill, so good for fetch. The yard is fully fenced and generally felt very private but I heard a bit of radio noise when I was close to one side of the yard and once I heard a dog bark in the distance like maybe from inside a neighboring house. There are chairs, a large open covered patio, a water bowl and some toys! Soba loved exploring and playing here!
55This spot is remarkably quiet and relaxing for having such a great location. There was easy parking on the street. Walking up with soba I heard a dog bark in the distance but then never heard or saw a dog again. The host left fresh water out on the front porch. The yard has nice grass, a beautiful rose bush and fruit trees. The spot is fully fenced with chain link fencing (but one side has privacy screening), but didn’t see any dogs or people. Soba loved sniffing and exploring and this yard would be good for fetch as well.David A.
David A.
August 2019
This spot is remarkably quiet and relaxing for having such a great location. There was easy parking on the street. Walking up with soba I heard a dog bark in the distance but then never heard or saw a dog again. The host left fresh water out on the front porch. The yard has nice grass, a beautiful rose bush and fruit trees. The spot is fully fenced with chain link fencing (but one side has privacy screening), but didn’t see any dogs or people. Soba loved sniffing and exploring and this yard would be good for fetch as well.
AJ's Fully Fenced Pup Play Area In Tacoma | Sniffspot
553 out of 3 boxers give this spot 5 stars! Yard was clean and secure for my dogs with plenty of grass, trees, and shrubs to explore. The host left a fresh tennis ball as well as towels to clean feet when we were done. Cecily J.
Cecily J.
September 2023
3 out of 3 boxers give this spot 5 stars! Yard was clean and secure for my dogs with plenty of grass, trees, and shrubs to explore. The host left a fresh tennis ball as well as towels to clean feet when we were done.
AJ's Fully Fenced Pup Play Area In Tacoma | Sniffspot
55My pup really enjoyed his time here! Loved the personal touches; treats, toys, a kind note, and a towel to wipe down the dirty pup. Definitely coming back!Ryanne T.
Ryanne T.
October 2023
My pup really enjoyed his time here! Loved the personal touches; treats, toys, a kind note, and a towel to wipe down the dirty pup. Definitely coming back!
AJ's Fully Fenced Pup Play Area In Tacoma | Sniffspot
55We loved this space! Great sized yard for 3 dogs to visit and run! Thanks so much for a great space to sniff and play! Easy location too!Christa B.
Christa B.
October 2023
We loved this space! Great sized yard for 3 dogs to visit and run! Thanks so much for a great space to sniff and play! Easy location too!
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Private rentals by the hour
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FAQ about our Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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 259 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 49 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 Tacoma?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Tacoma is Waterfront Acre with Kayaks. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Tacoma have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 259 fully fenced dog parks in or near Tacoma. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Tacoma?
The Tacoma area has 13 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 Pawsome Acres.