55A lovely big field with some trees and a pond—my dog loves seeing the horses & cows and smelling ALL the smells. (There is the occasional wildlife scat, which just blows his MIND.)Casey C.
Casey C.
January 2024
A lovely big field with some trees and a pond—my dog loves seeing the horses & cows and smelling ALL the smells. (There is the occasional wildlife scat, which just blows his MIND.)
55Hazel loved running down the mowed paths and leaping through the tall grass. Her tail never stopped wagging the entire visit! Helpful signage directs visitors where to park, enter dog park, etc. Will definitely return.Matt P.
Matt P.
January 2024
Hazel loved running down the mowed paths and leaping through the tall grass. Her tail never stopped wagging the entire visit! Helpful signage directs visitors where to park, enter dog park, etc. Will definitely return.
55My dog had the best day of her life here! Seeing her sprint around and explore the farm made me so happy. We drove close to an hour to get here and I would do it again in a heartbeat. She slept the entire way home, it was such a fun time! Thank you so much for this experience :) Allyson D.
Allyson D.
February 2024
My dog had the best day of her life here! Seeing her sprint around and explore the farm made me so happy. We drove close to an hour to get here and I would do it again in a heartbeat. She slept the entire way home, it was such a fun time! Thank you so much for this experience :)
55The dogs loved it!!!!! We will definitely be returning. Such a beautiful piece of land and well maintained. This was our first time using SniffSpot and so glad we decided to give it a try!!! Thanks Marc!!Kim L.
Kim L.
February 2024
The dogs loved it!!!!! We will definitely be returning. Such a beautiful piece of land and well maintained. This was our first time using SniffSpot and so glad we decided to give it a try!!! Thanks Marc!!
55Best Sniffspot we have been to by far! Our 4 labs had the absolute BEST time sniffing so many smells and swimming in the pond and just being dogs out running in so much freedom!! Worth the hour drive!! Can’t wait to come back!!Ellen B.
Ellen B.
February 2024
Best Sniffspot we have been to by far! Our 4 labs had the absolute BEST time sniffing so many smells and swimming in the pond and just being dogs out running in so much freedom!! Worth the hour drive!! Can’t wait to come back!!
55Lots of space to run and lots of new smells for the dogs. Kingston enjoyed swimming in the pond and actually wined when I put him in the car to leave. Will definitely be back! I will say there are 2 gates without chicken wire that my dog would be able to get out of so I just steered him away from that area. Heather T.
Heather T.
February 2024
Lots of space to run and lots of new smells for the dogs. Kingston enjoyed swimming in the pond and actually wined when I put him in the car to leave. Will definitely be back! I will say there are 2 gates without chicken wire that my dog would be able to get out of so I just steered him away from that area.
55This is a regular visit for us! Well worth the drive! My sweet boy loves being able to explore, and I love that he can run free! He used to hate water and now the pond is his favorite place! 😊Jessica R.
Jessica R.
February 2024
This is a regular visit for us! Well worth the drive! My sweet boy loves being able to explore, and I love that he can run free! He used to hate water and now the pond is his favorite place! 😊
55Marc's place is great! My two dogs love it. They were running non stop and having so much fun. Will definitely recommend and let your dogs be happy and free!Rachelle V.
Rachelle V.
February 2024
Marc's place is great! My two dogs love it. They were running non stop and having so much fun. Will definitely recommend and let your dogs be happy and free!
55We come about every other week and Marc is always available if we need him for anything. My boy loves running around and exploring! If you’re questioning the drive, it’s well worth it! Jessica R.
Jessica R.
February 2024
We come about every other week and Marc is always available if we need him for anything. My boy loves running around and exploring! If you’re questioning the drive, it’s well worth it!
55My hound mix loved this place! This was our first sniffspot experience and she was a little hesitant to venture far from us at first but after a few minutes, she was running all over the place and even got her feet wet in the pond. She is a happy and tired girl now! Thank you, Marc!Casey C.
Casey C.
February 2024
My hound mix loved this place! This was our first sniffspot experience and she was a little hesitant to venture far from us at first but after a few minutes, she was running all over the place and even got her feet wet in the pond. She is a happy and tired girl now! Thank you, Marc!
55My dog and I absolutely loved this spot. There was so much room for her to run and play. And she loved being able to get in the water. Getting to the pasture was a bit muddy, but that’s to be expected with the rain we’ve gotten. Just make sure you wear the right shoes! We’ll absolutely be returning to the Sniffspot as my girl had the best time. Allison D.
Allison D.
March 2024
My dog and I absolutely loved this spot. There was so much room for her to run and play. And she loved being able to get in the water. Getting to the pasture was a bit muddy, but that’s to be expected with the rain we’ve gotten. Just make sure you wear the right shoes! We’ll absolutely be returning to the Sniffspot as my girl had the best time.
55We always have a fantastic time at Marc’s place! After the rain my pup had a great time slashing in puddles and racing around all the open space! Margaret K.
Margaret K.
March 2024
We always have a fantastic time at Marc’s place! After the rain my pup had a great time slashing in puddles and racing around all the open space!
55What a great spot! Especially if you have a reactive doggo that doesn't do well in public parks. It's a huuuuge fenced-in field with a fun pond our dogs swam in, nearby horses, and a ton of room to just run and be free! The hosts left dog toys that we could play with and there's some cute seating for the humans around the pond - we could've stayed all day!
The fencing is very secure around the property, though the primary metal gate for entry/exit did have gaps in it (just the standard design for a farm gate). Other than the horses in neighboring fields (separated by the fencing, and not always visible depending on where you are on the property - it's 30 acres after all), we were all by ourselves.
Signs to the property and instructions on where to park were clear. The host family was very kind, we saw them briefly as we were walking in.
We'll definitely be back and recommend the spot to other fur families :)Stephanie P.
Stephanie P.
March 2024
What a great spot! Especially if you have a reactive doggo that doesn't do well in public parks. It's a huuuuge fenced-in field with a fun pond our dogs swam in, nearby horses, and a ton of room to just run and be free! The hosts left dog toys that we could play with and there's some cute seating for the humans around the pond - we could've stayed all day!
The fencing is very secure around the property, though the primary metal gate for entry/exit did have gaps in it (just the standard design for a farm gate). Other than the horses in neighboring fields (separated by the fencing, and not always visible depending on where you are on the property - it's 30 acres after all), we were all by ourselves.
Signs to the property and instructions on where to park were clear. The host family was very kind, we saw them briefly as we were walking in.
We'll definitely be back and recommend the spot to other fur families :)
55Such a beautiful spot! Very clear signage to help get you to the spot, massive space, and the host was preemptive and warned me about the mud so I was nicely prepared! Well worth the travel from Charlotte. I’d make the hour drive again any time! My only change would be to book more time!Caroline F.
Caroline F.
March 2024
Such a beautiful spot! Very clear signage to help get you to the spot, massive space, and the host was preemptive and warned me about the mud so I was nicely prepared! Well worth the travel from Charlotte. I’d make the hour drive again any time! My only change would be to book more time!
55My boy always has the best time roaming around and exploring. Today he loved watching the cows through the fence! It was also perfect weather for him to play in the pond! Coming here is the best part of our weekends! Absolutely worth the drive. Jessica R.
Jessica R.
March 2024
My boy always has the best time roaming around and exploring. Today he loved watching the cows through the fence! It was also perfect weather for him to play in the pond! Coming here is the best part of our weekends! Absolutely worth the drive.
55Great spot. Everything was easy to find and perfect. All 6 of my pups had a blast. Plenty of open space and secured with a fence. Will definitely be going back. Krystle-Lynn R.
Krystle-Lynn R.
April 2024
Great spot. Everything was easy to find and perfect. All 6 of my pups had a blast. Plenty of open space and secured with a fence. Will definitely be going back.
55Froggy was finally able to join his brother Titan this time, they had SO much fun! Their faces say it all- as always, thank you!🐕🐕🐾💖
Ps: make sure you check your pets during this hot summery season as we did find two ticks on one of the dogs during the visit🔍Stefanie V.
Stefanie V.
April 2024
Froggy was finally able to join his brother Titan this time, they had SO much fun! Their faces say it all- as always, thank you!🐕🐕🐾💖
Ps: make sure you check your pets during this hot summery season as we did find two ticks on one of the dogs during the visit🔍
55The signs Marc puts up make it easy as pie to figure out where to go. We appreciated the paths that were mowed to make walking/hiking easier. The pond was fun for our boys. It was hot, and luckily there is an umbrella is attached a chair (much appreciated) - just wish there were 2 of them! Bring water for yourself/dogs, bring towels to dry dogs but also to put on chairs. One chair comfy, the metal ones not so much. Still overall a great SNIFFSPOTJudy S.
Judy S.
May 2024
The signs Marc puts up make it easy as pie to figure out where to go. We appreciated the paths that were mowed to make walking/hiking easier. The pond was fun for our boys. It was hot, and luckily there is an umbrella is attached a chair (much appreciated) - just wish there were 2 of them! Bring water for yourself/dogs, bring towels to dry dogs but also to put on chairs. One chair comfy, the metal ones not so much. Still overall a great SNIFFSPOT
How do Lancaster's private dog parks work?
Private rentals by the hour
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FAQ about our Lancaster 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 Lancaster 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 137 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 20 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 Lancaster have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 137 fully fenced dog parks in or near Lancaster. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Lancaster?
The Lancaster area has 6 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 Cedar Creek Nature Retreat.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Lancaster?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Lancaster. The most popular agility option is Where Dogs can be Dogs.
Where in Lancaster can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Lancaster?
There are 25 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Lancaster where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Marc's Private Dog Park In Lancaster.