55My dogs are new to swimming but this place was still fantastic because there was a huge yard for them to run around in. A simply amazing sniff spot. Kimiko B.
Kimiko B.
August 2024
My dogs are new to swimming but this place was still fantastic because there was a huge yard for them to run around in. A simply amazing sniff spot.
Nola's Swimming Hole and 1 Acre Private Dog Park (POOL CLOSED) | Sniffspot
55Place was beautiful and everything my dog needed to have a fun-filled morning. It was the perfect place to see if my dog liked to swim. My dog had so much fun running around and playing, and I loved that I didn’t have to worry about other distractions or my dog jumping over the fence. Ryleigh F.
Ryleigh F.
August 2024
Place was beautiful and everything my dog needed to have a fun-filled morning. It was the perfect place to see if my dog liked to swim. My dog had so much fun running around and playing, and I loved that I didn’t have to worry about other distractions or my dog jumping over the fence.
Nola's Swimming Hole and 1 Acre Private Dog Park (POOL CLOSED) | Sniffspot
55This is the best sniff spot. Cassies pool is just wonderful! She's an amazing host and my two Aussies LOVE to swim. I highly recommend this spot!virginia P.
virginia P.
August 2024
This is the best sniff spot. Cassies pool is just wonderful! She's an amazing host and my two Aussies LOVE to swim. I highly recommend this spot!
Nola's Swimming Hole and 1 Acre Private Dog Park (POOL CLOSED) | Sniffspot
55This was my first time using Sniffspot and I'm so glad I found this site!
The host was very quick to reply to my questions, and the instructions sent after reserving a spot were very clear. I especially am glad there was a picture showing which gate to enter!
It was awkward going to a stranger's house and just walking in their backyard, but maybe the more I do this the easier it'll become! XD
My two girls, a German Shepherd puppy (8 months) and German Shepherd/lab mix (6 years) (both rescues) absolutely LOVED their visit. They at first ran around the yard getting all their sniffs in. Then, I finally got them to notice the pool and got them swimming.
Please note if you have a large dog with arthritis they would NOT like the pool. The steps going into the pool are steep and narrow. If you have a large arthritis dog best look for a pool with a ramp or larger, shorter steps.
I like that I can also go into the pool to play with my dogs and ensure they are safe while swimming. Some places don't want anyone but the dogs in the pool.
There is a lot of traffic noise so if that spooks your dog then this spot wouldn't be best. My girls did do some barking because they would see the top of trucks over the fence and kept thinking it was something else that needed to be barked at.
It was a bit of a drive for me, but my girls passed out in the car ride home which means they had a LOT of fun and I definitely will bring them back at some point!
Exhausted puppers means happy puppers!Asteria E.
Asteria E.
August 2024
This was my first time using Sniffspot and I'm so glad I found this site!
The host was very quick to reply to my questions, and the instructions sent after reserving a spot were very clear. I especially am glad there was a picture showing which gate to enter!
It was awkward going to a stranger's house and just walking in their backyard, but maybe the more I do this the easier it'll become! XD
My two girls, a German Shepherd puppy (8 months) and German Shepherd/lab mix (6 years) (both rescues) absolutely LOVED their visit. They at first ran around the yard getting all their sniffs in. Then, I finally got them to notice the pool and got them swimming.
Please note if you have a large dog with arthritis they would NOT like the pool. The steps going into the pool are steep and narrow. If you have a large arthritis dog best look for a pool with a ramp or larger, shorter steps.
I like that I can also go into the pool to play with my dogs and ensure they are safe while swimming. Some places don't want anyone but the dogs in the pool.
There is a lot of traffic noise so if that spooks your dog then this spot wouldn't be best. My girls did do some barking because they would see the top of trucks over the fence and kept thinking it was something else that needed to be barked at.
It was a bit of a drive for me, but my girls passed out in the car ride home which means they had a LOT of fun and I definitely will bring them back at some point!
Exhausted puppers means happy puppers!
Nola's Swimming Hole and 1 Acre Private Dog Park (POOL CLOSED) | Sniffspot
55Oh my gosh, this place was AMAZING and Cassie was the best host who promptly replied to my messages and answered all of my questions, was extremely accommodating, and gave clear instructions as well. My two dogs LOVED her beautiful pool and huge fenced in yard. The area was very clean and she even put out fresh water for my pups and had a large assortment of life jackets and even some toys. Can’t wait to bring my dogs back! This was my first time using Sniffspot but there is no need for me to look elsewhere because this was just PERFECT! Thank you so much Cassie! 😊
Rachael D.
Rachael D.
August 2024
Oh my gosh, this place was AMAZING and Cassie was the best host who promptly replied to my messages and answered all of my questions, was extremely accommodating, and gave clear instructions as well. My two dogs LOVED her beautiful pool and huge fenced in yard. The area was very clean and she even put out fresh water for my pups and had a large assortment of life jackets and even some toys. Can’t wait to bring my dogs back! This was my first time using Sniffspot but there is no need for me to look elsewhere because this was just PERFECT! Thank you so much Cassie! 😊
Nola's Swimming Hole and 1 Acre Private Dog Park (POOL CLOSED) | Sniffspot
55Absolutely fabulous space for a doggie hangout! Tons of yard to run around in and a beautiful pool for them to swim. They had water for the dogs, which was super nice and it felt completely private with the tall fence. Highly recommend! Courtney S.
Courtney S.
August 2024
Absolutely fabulous space for a doggie hangout! Tons of yard to run around in and a beautiful pool for them to swim. They had water for the dogs, which was super nice and it felt completely private with the tall fence. Highly recommend!
Nola's Swimming Hole and 1 Acre Private Dog Park (POOL CLOSED) | Sniffspot
55Beautiful space! We used to go swimming in a quarry near our last home but since moving I wanted to find a new spot for him to practice as he’s a bit nervous swimming, but LOVES water. This was my first swim spot rental and it was so perfect to have a quiet place for him to play in the water without the distraction of other dogs or people.
Absolutely gorgeous pool and yard, clean and private. Hannah B.
Hannah B.
August 2024
Beautiful space! We used to go swimming in a quarry near our last home but since moving I wanted to find a new spot for him to practice as he’s a bit nervous swimming, but LOVES water. This was my first swim spot rental and it was so perfect to have a quiet place for him to play in the water without the distraction of other dogs or people.
Absolutely gorgeous pool and yard, clean and private.
Nola's Swimming Hole and 1 Acre Private Dog Park (POOL CLOSED) | Sniffspot
55Everyone! Nola's swimming hole is the best! Cassie is a wonderful, very responsive host. One of my Aussies can't turn down any body of water! He LOVES to swim. My older girl is much more demure and quiet. Very anxious girl (from birth). She sees Nola's pool as a spa. Float in, do a quiet figure 8 and float out. Meanwhile Tucker is yipping for me to throw that toy (and NOW).🙂 as soon as we even start to get close to the turn, they're so excited. I tell them in the am that we're going swimming and WOW, instant excitement. With my guys we don't even need the beautiful fenced in yard. They don't even bother. The pool is so clean, warmed by the sun and beautiful that I enjoy it as much as they do. Thank you for sharing you spot! I'll be sad when it closes for the winter. But I'll be back when it opens. Thanks Cassie!! 🐕🦺🙂virginia P.
virginia P.
September 2024
Everyone! Nola's swimming hole is the best! Cassie is a wonderful, very responsive host. One of my Aussies can't turn down any body of water! He LOVES to swim. My older girl is much more demure and quiet. Very anxious girl (from birth). She sees Nola's pool as a spa. Float in, do a quiet figure 8 and float out. Meanwhile Tucker is yipping for me to throw that toy (and NOW).🙂 as soon as we even start to get close to the turn, they're so excited. I tell them in the am that we're going swimming and WOW, instant excitement. With my guys we don't even need the beautiful fenced in yard. They don't even bother. The pool is so clean, warmed by the sun and beautiful that I enjoy it as much as they do. Thank you for sharing you spot! I'll be sad when it closes for the winter. But I'll be back when it opens. Thanks Cassie!! 🐕🦺🙂
Nola's Swimming Hole and 1 Acre Private Dog Park (POOL CLOSED) | Sniffspot
55Huge yard with lush grass and a big pool. Our dog has taken swim lessons before, but this was the first time we actually got to swim in a pool with him. It was great for building his confidence and excitement about swimming. Loved that there were doggy life jackets and a dog float available. Between swimming hard, playing hard, and sniffing everywhere, my dog was absolutely exhausted when we got home. He even spent most of the next day sleeping. Great spotClaire R.
Claire R.
September 2024
Huge yard with lush grass and a big pool. Our dog has taken swim lessons before, but this was the first time we actually got to swim in a pool with him. It was great for building his confidence and excitement about swimming. Loved that there were doggy life jackets and a dog float available. Between swimming hard, playing hard, and sniffing everywhere, my dog was absolutely exhausted when we got home. He even spent most of the next day sleeping. Great spot
Nola's Swimming Hole and 1 Acre Private Dog Park (POOL CLOSED) | Sniffspot
55Amazing, quick responses from the host about any questions. Very clean. There is a fire pit so be careful if your dog likes to be a bad boy and eat charred wood. Nicholas A.
Nicholas A.
September 2024
Amazing, quick responses from the host about any questions. Very clean. There is a fire pit so be careful if your dog likes to be a bad boy and eat charred wood.
Nola's Swimming Hole and 1 Acre Private Dog Park (POOL CLOSED) | Sniffspot
55Cassie’s place is awesome! Her directions were very clear and her pool was amazing and yard was so fun for my puppy to explore. Thanks to Cassie for opening her place up to us and for her clear communication!Eleanor S.
Eleanor S.
September 2024
Cassie’s place is awesome! Her directions were very clear and her pool was amazing and yard was so fun for my puppy to explore. Thanks to Cassie for opening her place up to us and for her clear communication!
Nola's Swimming Hole and 1 Acre Private Dog Park (POOL CLOSED) | Sniffspot
55Atlas had an amazing time. The yard and the pool was clean, we felt very safe. It was atlas’s first time swimming. He got to learn and run around in the big yard. pratima K.
pratima K.
September 2024
Atlas had an amazing time. The yard and the pool was clean, we felt very safe. It was atlas’s first time swimming. He got to learn and run around in the big yard.
Nola's Swimming Hole and 1 Acre Private Dog Park (POOL CLOSED) | Sniffspot
55This spot was perfect for my dog, who is high energy and loves to retreat balls. The yard was spacious and perfect for retrieving. I will definitely come back to this location!Janice F.
Janice F.
September 2024
This spot was perfect for my dog, who is high energy and loves to retreat balls. The yard was spacious and perfect for retrieving. I will definitely come back to this location!
Nola's Swimming Hole and 1 Acre Private Dog Park (POOL CLOSED) | Sniffspot
55Beautiful large flat yard my dog loved it. Even though my dog isnt sure about pools and wouldn't get in. The pool is awsome and he enjoyed running the walls. Dream spot for running or swimmingSteven K.
Steven K.
September 2024
Beautiful large flat yard my dog loved it. Even though my dog isnt sure about pools and wouldn't get in. The pool is awsome and he enjoyed running the walls. Dream spot for running or swimming
Nola's Swimming Hole and 1 Acre Private Dog Park (POOL CLOSED) | Sniffspot
55Everything was great and my dog had tons of fun swimming. The space was extremely clean (even after it being storming for multiple days) and exactly as described! We will definitely be returning!Rolando G.
Rolando G.
September 2024
Everything was great and my dog had tons of fun swimming. The space was extremely clean (even after it being storming for multiple days) and exactly as described! We will definitely be returning!
Nola's Swimming Hole and 1 Acre Private Dog Park (POOL CLOSED) | Sniffspot
55The yard is spacious and very well kept. We had a wonderful time playing and catching ball. Afterwards there was a bowl of water which both 'girls' highly appreciated. Eveline B.
Eveline B.
November 2024
The yard is spacious and very well kept. We had a wonderful time playing and catching ball. Afterwards there was a bowl of water which both 'girls' highly appreciated.
How do Waterford'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 Waterford 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 Waterford 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 430 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 54 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.