55A truly amazing Sniffspot! Loved the pool and the water bowl, all the Chuck-it balls, and the chaise. This is definitely our favorite spot!!Patricia D.
Patricia D.
June 2025
A truly amazing Sniffspot! Loved the pool and the water bowl, all the Chuck-it balls, and the chaise. This is definitely our favorite spot!!
55such a cute backyard, my dogs, loved to swim in the pond and run around in the huge backyard, host has a lot of toys for the dogs to play with, so friendly upon arrival and exiting! The pond was super clean and has a nice filtration system, my dogs did not smell like pond water afterward. Abigail H.
Abigail H.
June 2025
such a cute backyard, my dogs, loved to swim in the pond and run around in the huge backyard, host has a lot of toys for the dogs to play with, so friendly upon arrival and exiting! The pond was super clean and has a nice filtration system, my dogs did not smell like pond water afterward. 
Cynthia's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Upper Arlington/Hilliard | Sniffspot
55Favorite SniffSpot hands down. Enough room for my pups to have a play date and meet and greet with other pups while also having enough material to sniff on their own and enjoy themselves. I love that half of the lawn was longer grass. My little man Arrow had THE best time.Sydney C.
Sydney C.
June 2025
Favorite SniffSpot hands down. Enough room for my pups to have a play date and meet and greet with other pups while also having enough material to sniff on their own and enjoy themselves. I love that half of the lawn was longer grass. My little man Arrow had THE best time.
55This was the best sniff spot yet! The yard was beautiful, the pond was perfect the the host had tennis balls and a stick library and were so very friendly! We will be back for sure! Jen B.
Jen B.
June 2025
This was the best sniff spot yet! The yard was beautiful, the pond was perfect the the host had tennis balls and a stick library and were so very friendly! We will be back for sure! 
55This was an absolutely incredible place for the dogs to play and explore and swim! Our dogs loved it and we enjoyed the oasis of it too. There is no doubt that we will be back very soon! The host was so considerate in her layout and amenities and was a pleasure to speak with. Sarah H.
Sarah H.
June 2025
This was an absolutely incredible place for the dogs to play and explore and swim! Our dogs loved it and we enjoyed the oasis of it too. There is no doubt that we will be back very soon! The host was so considerate in her layout and amenities and was a pleasure to speak with.
55This place is awesome. Can I say I have backyard envy? I mean, I took my sweet old girl but for myself, oh my goodness it was wonderful for me also!
So much room to run plenty of opportunity to find shade, many places to sit down, organized toys, and trash and baggies by the gate . If you’re gonna meet a friend with their dog, I do recommend you carpool for the one parking spot. Communication was awesome Airbnb quality. We are definitely coming back! Can a person rent a sniff spot just to come with their own good book to read no dog?! 😆🙏🏻 Becky S.
Becky S.
June 2025
This place is awesome. Can I say I have backyard envy? I mean, I took my sweet old girl but for myself, oh my goodness it was wonderful for me also!
So much room to run plenty of opportunity to find shade, many places to sit down, organized toys, and trash and baggies by the gate . If you’re gonna meet a friend with their dog, I do recommend you carpool for the one parking spot. Communication was awesome Airbnb quality. We are definitely coming back! Can a person rent a sniff spot just to come with their own good book to read no dog?! 😆🙏🏻
55Gahanna Getaway is large dog approved! Not all Sniffspots are big enough for my pitties to get good exercise. Gahanna Getaway is very spacious, clean and quiet. I really enjoyed the peaceful surroundings while my dogs happily frolicked. Joanna H.
Joanna H.
June 2025
Gahanna Getaway is large dog approved! Not all Sniffspots are big enough for my pitties to get good exercise. Gahanna Getaway is very spacious, clean and quiet. I really enjoyed the peaceful surroundings while my dogs happily frolicked.
Cynthia's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Upper Arlington/Hilliard | Sniffspot
55My German Shorthair Pointer loved all the bushes that lined the perimeter of the yard. She could run through those and put her nose to work! Smelling for everything! Big area for her to run. Nice kiddie pool filled with clean water. A garden hose, shampoo, and towel was provided. Nice place for people to sit.Tammis G.
Tammis G.
June 2025
My German Shorthair Pointer loved all the bushes that lined the perimeter of the yard. She could run through those and put her nose to work! Smelling for everything! Big area for her to run. Nice kiddie pool filled with clean water. A garden hose, shampoo, and towel was provided. Nice place for people to sit.
55Great visit as usual. Lots of shade which is nice in the summer heat and surprisingly the ground wasn't even that muddy despite the rain the day before. Connie F.
Connie F.
June 2025
Great visit as usual. Lots of shade which is nice in the summer heat and surprisingly the ground wasn't even that muddy despite the rain the day before.
55Beautiful space for my dog to explore. I loved the chairs and access to a trashcan without leaving the space. Easy directions. Would definitely visit again! Carol S.
Carol S.
June 2025
Beautiful space for my dog to explore. I loved the chairs and access to a trashcan without leaving the space. Easy directions. Would definitely visit again!
55Nice yard! Clean, well kept! We did trip in a little hole (seems like somewhere baby rabbits would lay maybe!) but were fine no harm no foul! Nice sturdy fence, very high and secure! Xena loved relaxing in the grass and we really enjoyed the patio chairs! She left water and a couple toys out for us! Morgan R.
Morgan R.
June 2025
Nice yard! Clean, well kept! We did trip in a little hole (seems like somewhere baby rabbits would lay maybe!) but were fine no harm no foul! Nice sturdy fence, very high and secure! Xena loved relaxing in the grass and we really enjoyed the patio chairs! She left water and a couple toys out for us!
55Great quiet spot! Only thing to consider is the neighbors dogs frequently met my dogs at the fence line barking. We used it as a training opportunity but just keep in mind for more reactive dogs! Faith F.
Faith F.
June 2025
Great quiet spot! Only thing to consider is the neighbors dogs frequently met my dogs at the fence line barking. We used it as a training opportunity but just keep in mind for more reactive dogs!
55AMAZING HOST and WONDERFUL FAMILY SPACE. This is one of the best experiences we have had with our pack. So grateful the host shared this great retreat. Garrick E.
Garrick E.
June 2025
AMAZING HOST and WONDERFUL FAMILY SPACE. This is one of the best experiences we have had with our pack. So grateful the host shared this great retreat.
Cynthia's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Upper Arlington/Hilliard | Sniffspot
55Raven really enjoyed the new pool! I really appreciated the extra effort with shampoo and a towel ready for us. Thank you so much!! Can't wait to come back next week. Miranda K.
Miranda K.
June 2025
Raven really enjoyed the new pool! I really appreciated the extra effort with shampoo and a towel ready for us. Thank you so much!! Can't wait to come back next week.
Cynthia's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Upper Arlington/Hilliard | Sniffspot
55Our visit was nothing but perfection. There were toys, a baby pool, and waste bags provided. Along with this, there were plenty of choices for places to sit! There is a section of tall grass, but that didn’t bother us at all. There’s also enough foliage around the perimeter of the fence where you can’t see much of the neighbors. A small slice of calm in the middle of the city! Ella B.
Ella B.
June 2025
Our visit was nothing but perfection. There were toys, a baby pool, and waste bags provided. Along with this, there were plenty of choices for places to sit! There is a section of tall grass, but that didn’t bother us at all. There’s also enough foliage around the perimeter of the fence where you can’t see much of the neighbors. A small slice of calm in the middle of the city!
Cynthia's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Upper Arlington/Hilliard | Sniffspot
55I recently discovered this Sniffspot and have been back several times since. Cynthia is a wonderful host, providing fresh water, poop bags, wipes, and some toys. The yard is spacious - perfect for zoomies. I've taken several shelter dogs here to give them a break from kennel life and burn off some energy or just relax. It’s quiet and secure - I highly recommend! Allison C.
Allison C.
June 2025
I recently discovered this Sniffspot and have been back several times since. Cynthia is a wonderful host, providing fresh water, poop bags, wipes, and some toys. The yard is spacious - perfect for zoomies. I've taken several shelter dogs here to give them a break from kennel life and burn off some energy or just relax. It’s quiet and secure - I highly recommend!
55This place is perfect for relaxing by the pond while my dog runs around and plays fetch. Really neat place, Hank loved it! Deff booking again Alexandra H.
Alexandra H.
June 2025
This place is perfect for relaxing by the pond while my dog runs around and plays fetch. Really neat place, Hank loved it! Deff booking again
How do Columbus'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 Columbus 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. 7% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Columbus 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 194 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 316 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 Columbus?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Columbus is Prairie Oaks Metro Park. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Columbus have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 194 fully fenced dog parks in or near Columbus. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Columbus?
The Columbus area has 3 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 22 acres of an unfenced dog spot In Marengo.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Columbus?
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