55This sniffspot was 100% worth the drive from DC! The pond was perfect for the dogs to swim in and Rick provided everything we could need for the dogs to play in it. After swimming we walked around some of the fields which were really well maintained and the dogs had a blast. Rick even gave us a restaurant recommendation after asking - which was a perfect way to end our time in the area! Big thanks to Rick for his flexibility and going above and beyond. Chloe M.
Chloe M.
September 2023
This sniffspot was 100% worth the drive from DC! The pond was perfect for the dogs to swim in and Rick provided everything we could need for the dogs to play in it. After swimming we walked around some of the fields which were really well maintained and the dogs had a blast. Rick even gave us a restaurant recommendation after asking - which was a perfect way to end our time in the area! Big thanks to Rick for his flexibility and going above and beyond.
Piece of Quiet Farm, Sugarloaf Mt. Dog Retreat | Sniffspot
55This is an awesome spot for an active dog! Dogs can hike several trails, run in fields, and cool down in the water. They provide lots of great extras like water, toys, treats, and a cleaning area that came in handy after an hour of swimming! Would definitely come back.Lindsey G.
Lindsey G.
September 2023
This is an awesome spot for an active dog! Dogs can hike several trails, run in fields, and cool down in the water. They provide lots of great extras like water, toys, treats, and a cleaning area that came in handy after an hour of swimming! Would definitely come back.
Piece of Quiet Farm, Sugarloaf Mt. Dog Retreat | Sniffspot
55THIS PLACE IS AMAZING! My pup loved the pond. And having so many fields and trails to explore after he was done swimming was nice because he didn't get bored while drying off. I will definitely be returning Ricky C.
Ricky C.
September 2023
THIS PLACE IS AMAZING! My pup loved the pond. And having so many fields and trails to explore after he was done swimming was nice because he didn't get bored while drying off. I will definitely be returning
Piece of Quiet Farm, Sugarloaf Mt. Dog Retreat | Sniffspot
55Love this place ! This is our first time visiting the place and Rick greeted us at the parking and went over the property boundaries and even had toys for the dogs. The pond and the gazebo were amazing. Lots of different places for the dogs to sniff around. The place is very clean and well maintained. Highly highly recommend this spot !! Krishna R.
Krishna R.
September 2023
Love this place ! This is our first time visiting the place and Rick greeted us at the parking and went over the property boundaries and even had toys for the dogs. The pond and the gazebo were amazing. Lots of different places for the dogs to sniff around. The place is very clean and well maintained. Highly highly recommend this spot !!
Piece of Quiet Farm, Sugarloaf Mt. Dog Retreat | Sniffspot
55Rick’s spot was absolutely perfect- huge open fields for the dogs to run around and play and of course the pond was a big hit. Both of our dogs, even our golden who had never been brave enough to actually swim before, were in and out of the pond the entire time. Neither of them wanted to leave and it was so wonderful to let them just play and be dogs without any stresses! Sarah R.
Sarah R.
October 2023
Rick’s spot was absolutely perfect- huge open fields for the dogs to run around and play and of course the pond was a big hit. Both of our dogs, even our golden who had never been brave enough to actually swim before, were in and out of the pond the entire time. Neither of them wanted to leave and it was so wonderful to let them just play and be dogs without any stresses!
Piece of Quiet Farm, Sugarloaf Mt. Dog Retreat | Sniffspot
55Another fun outing here! 😊. The trails are well kept & so much room to run & play! Chester purposely lets his ball roll into the pond in order to retrieve it. Chester definitely loves his time here! 😊🐾 Karin I.
Karin I.
October 2023
Another fun outing here! 😊. The trails are well kept & so much room to run & play! Chester purposely lets his ball roll into the pond in order to retrieve it. Chester definitely loves his time here! 😊🐾
Piece of Quiet Farm, Sugarloaf Mt. Dog Retreat | Sniffspot
55Heaven on earth!! I don’t know that my shepherd has ever been happier. Perfectly maintained, wonderful host, and absolutely everything your pup could want. Alec S.
Alec S.
October 2023
Heaven on earth!! I don’t know that my shepherd has ever been happier. Perfectly maintained, wonderful host, and absolutely everything your pup could want.
Piece of Quiet Farm, Sugarloaf Mt. Dog Retreat | Sniffspot
55Wow what a place! Maia and Bear loved running all over, swimming in the pond - although they weren’t keen on jumping off the dock into the water- and being dogs. Rock showed us a very well-stocked box of toys, balls, and even a long line for dogs who need recall help. No time to lounge in the pond-side gazebo but we used the bug spray that was staged there and the pups had a good drink of water there. Lots of different sections of the big property to explore and we didn’t get to them all, so oh well we’ll just have to return. Rachel B.
Rachel B.
October 2023
Wow what a place! Maia and Bear loved running all over, swimming in the pond - although they weren’t keen on jumping off the dock into the water- and being dogs. Rock showed us a very well-stocked box of toys, balls, and even a long line for dogs who need recall help. No time to lounge in the pond-side gazebo but we used the bug spray that was staged there and the pups had a good drink of water there. Lots of different sections of the big property to explore and we didn’t get to them all, so oh well we’ll just have to return.
Piece of Quiet Farm, Sugarloaf Mt. Dog Retreat | Sniffspot
55Wow! Not enough stars to reflect the joy. Our lad swam! He let all the stops out and ran at full speed! He sniffed. He searched. He galloped and romped and chased us up and down hills. And then he swam again. And again. We’ll never forget today. A really terrific setup, with thoughtful details at the wee floating dock (e.g. two chairs, bug spray, water bowl), well-marked and described boundaries, and a super wash-up station for afterwards, with hose, bin stocked with distracting toys & treats, and towels. Rick, thanks for your generosity and time, and that handy map. Kindest host ever. We saw today the next stage in this beautiful dog’s evolution with us.
Tia M.
Tia M.
October 2023
Wow! Not enough stars to reflect the joy. Our lad swam! He let all the stops out and ran at full speed! He sniffed. He searched. He galloped and romped and chased us up and down hills. And then he swam again. And again. We’ll never forget today. A really terrific setup, with thoughtful details at the wee floating dock (e.g. two chairs, bug spray, water bowl), well-marked and described boundaries, and a super wash-up station for afterwards, with hose, bin stocked with distracting toys & treats, and towels. Rick, thanks for your generosity and time, and that handy map. Kindest host ever. We saw today the next stage in this beautiful dog’s evolution with us.
Piece of Quiet Farm, Sugarloaf Mt. Dog Retreat | Sniffspot
55My dogs had a fabulous time exploring so many trails and getting some swim time too. The trails were clear and well maintained and the owner also kindly provides water to rinse off the dogs after their swim and dirt rolling adventures. Lots of sniffy things to keep my younger pup entertained with “tracking” and tiring him out! Will be coming back soon, our new favorite spot.Giselle C.
Giselle C.
November 2023
My dogs had a fabulous time exploring so many trails and getting some swim time too. The trails were clear and well maintained and the owner also kindly provides water to rinse off the dogs after their swim and dirt rolling adventures. Lots of sniffy things to keep my younger pup entertained with “tracking” and tiring him out! Will be coming back soon, our new favorite spot.
Piece of Quiet Farm, Sugarloaf Mt. Dog Retreat | Sniffspot
55Fantastic host, very understanding and flexible! The property was gorgeous, very clean, the pup LOVED running around in the fields and woods. Would definitely recommendSara A.
Sara A.
November 2023
Fantastic host, very understanding and flexible! The property was gorgeous, very clean, the pup LOVED running around in the fields and woods. Would definitely recommend
Piece of Quiet Farm, Sugarloaf Mt. Dog Retreat | Sniffspot
55My dog and I had so much fun here! She loved swimming in the pond, playing fetch in the fields and sniffing everywhere- we will definitely be back!Abby E.
Abby E.
November 2023
My dog and I had so much fun here! She loved swimming in the pond, playing fetch in the fields and sniffing everywhere- we will definitely be back!
Piece of Quiet Farm, Sugarloaf Mt. Dog Retreat | Sniffspot
55Lovely space! It really felt like we were out on a hiking trail but without the fear of running into other people/dogs. Everyone got to relax and enjoy the dayKatrina M.
Katrina M.
November 2023
Lovely space! It really felt like we were out on a hiking trail but without the fear of running into other people/dogs. Everyone got to relax and enjoy the day
Piece of Quiet Farm, Sugarloaf Mt. Dog Retreat | Sniffspot
55This was an amazing spot! Rick was so kind and welcoming. His spot is very thoughtful and has a great swim spot. Lots of trails too and he kindly provides a map for first time visitors. My pup loved it! Jennifer H.
Jennifer H.
December 2023
This was an amazing spot! Rick was so kind and welcoming. His spot is very thoughtful and has a great swim spot. Lots of trails too and he kindly provides a map for first time visitors. My pup loved it!
Piece of Quiet Farm, Sugarloaf Mt. Dog Retreat | Sniffspot
55This farm is dog heaven. Trails through the woods, long walks and a (carefully maintained) safe pond!! My dogs love it, I love it. Best place to go for.off leash fun. Janalee R.
Janalee R.
December 2023
This farm is dog heaven. Trails through the woods, long walks and a (carefully maintained) safe pond!! My dogs love it, I love it. Best place to go for.off leash fun.
Piece of Quiet Farm, Sugarloaf Mt. Dog Retreat | Sniffspot
55What a great spot for the dogs to have fun! The pond is just a very short flat walk from the parking area so it's easy for everyone to do. Letting the dogs romp around in the woods and up and down the hills afterwards was a great way to warm them up after their swim, and to let me get some exercise, not just them. We never did make it over to explore the last field (the dogs chose water again!), so we'll definitely be back. Thank you!!! Laurie C.
Laurie C.
December 2023
What a great spot for the dogs to have fun! The pond is just a very short flat walk from the parking area so it's easy for everyone to do. Letting the dogs romp around in the woods and up and down the hills afterwards was a great way to warm them up after their swim, and to let me get some exercise, not just them. We never did make it over to explore the last field (the dogs chose water again!), so we'll definitely be back. Thank you!!!
How do Adamstown's private dog hiking trails 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 Adamstown dog hiking trails
Are dog hiking trails safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, inattentive owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than a city or county park. With a Sniffspot off-leash area 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. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. Our hiking trails tend to be outside the city, which lends to more privacy, but it is also important to follow typical hiking safety precautions, such as potentially having trail maps.
How do I know if a dog hiking trail works for my dog?
Sniffspot provides the tools to find the ideal spot. Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing 6 feet tall and distractions, to find a dog park with trails that works for your dog. You can also filter by size if you are looking for a certain acre park, an expansive off-leash dog park. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog hiking trails. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog hiking trails where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Since you are looking for trails, make sure to check photos to see if it the spot has flat trails or gnarly trails. You can also browse by specific amenities, if you are looking for a view or a beach, for instance, or other activities or fun features. You can check whether the spot has off or on street parking, the regular park hours, whether it has paved trails or a modern restroom.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog hiking trail?
In order to hike the trails, we require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not permit dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot hiking trail at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.