55This was a lovely first SniffSpot experience!! We are driving from NJ to Texas so our pup can finally meet his extended family, and found the Freedom Farm to be worth the deviation off our course! Megan is very responsive! We enjoyed a short romp with a perfectly time interlude from the rain. Beautiful, large fenced play area! Perfect!Laura P.
Laura P.
May 2021
This was a lovely first SniffSpot experience!! We are driving from NJ to Texas so our pup can finally meet his extended family, and found the Freedom Farm to be worth the deviation off our course! Megan is very responsive! We enjoyed a short romp with a perfectly time interlude from the rain. Beautiful, large fenced play area! Perfect!
55We love this spot! It’s been perfect for our reactive dog, because it’s a very quiet/private space. Sometimes we see their adorable goats, but their fenced space is far enough away that our dog hardly reacts or notices them. And the space is huge! The shaded space to sit is also nice for both humans and our dog once he’s pooped out from zooming around. Can’t say enough good things about it - definitely recommend.Alice N.
Alice N.
November 2021
We love this spot! It’s been perfect for our reactive dog, because it’s a very quiet/private space. Sometimes we see their adorable goats, but their fenced space is far enough away that our dog hardly reacts or notices them. And the space is huge! The shaded space to sit is also nice for both humans and our dog once he’s pooped out from zooming around. Can’t say enough good things about it - definitely recommend.
55The field is huge and quite private (a hedge of trees and bushes stands between the field and the owner’s home). It’s also a perfect place to be for sunset (something we didn’t plan on but loved). Our guy Finn got to stretch his legs, get some really nice sniffs in, and even chase after a deer he spotted on the other side of the fence (far from us!). No bugs to be concerned about, even with the plush, longer grass. A very pleasant experience.Christine L.
Christine L.
November 2021
The field is huge and quite private (a hedge of trees and bushes stands between the field and the owner’s home). It’s also a perfect place to be for sunset (something we didn’t plan on but loved). Our guy Finn got to stretch his legs, get some really nice sniffs in, and even chase after a deer he spotted on the other side of the fence (far from us!). No bugs to be concerned about, even with the plush, longer grass. A very pleasant experience.
55A great wide open and secure space for my pack of dogs to run. There was much happiness and glee and fast running! There was some shooting on adjacent property that spooked my sound sensitive dog, but the rest were oblivious and had a blast. We'll be back for sure. Sarah S.
Sarah S.
November 2021
A great wide open and secure space for my pack of dogs to run. There was much happiness and glee and fast running! There was some shooting on adjacent property that spooked my sound sensitive dog, but the rest were oblivious and had a blast. We'll be back for sure.
55Facility is clean, safe, and extra secure with a good fence and even a double-gated yard entry. Great for dogs that love to run and explore.Gillian S.
Gillian S.
December 2021
Facility is clean, safe, and extra secure with a good fence and even a double-gated yard entry. Great for dogs that love to run and explore.
55This is the perfect space to really exercise your dog off-leash. Plenty of room to run and sniff. Completely secure. Easy to find. Chairs and chukkers provided-you bring the tennis ball. We will be backTom C.
Tom C.
January 2022
This is the perfect space to really exercise your dog off-leash. Plenty of room to run and sniff. Completely secure. Easy to find. Chairs and chukkers provided-you bring the tennis ball. We will be back
55Our dog loves playing and sniffing here! It’s one of his favorite places to go :) and there are acres to run and sniff! it is also extra safe with the double lock gate system! Jo C.
Jo C.
February 2022
Our dog loves playing and sniffing here! It’s one of his favorite places to go :) and there are acres to run and sniff! it is also extra safe with the double lock gate system!
55I was staying for a few days in a nearby area at a place with very limited walking/exercise options for my dog, so looked for a local Sniffspot and found this one. I initially had a few problems finding the entrance to the field (my fault for not following directions!) and Megan was very kind and helpful in pointing me to the right place when I reached out for assistance. Charlie enjoyed some great sniffing and trotting around the large, open field. I liked that it was easy to see upon entering if everything was clear and that there were no outside distractions like traffic, neighbors' dogs, or other animals. We are back home now so too far away for a return visit, but if I were in the area at another time I would definitely use this spot again. Donna S.
Donna S.
March 2022
I was staying for a few days in a nearby area at a place with very limited walking/exercise options for my dog, so looked for a local Sniffspot and found this one. I initially had a few problems finding the entrance to the field (my fault for not following directions!) and Megan was very kind and helpful in pointing me to the right place when I reached out for assistance. Charlie enjoyed some great sniffing and trotting around the large, open field. I liked that it was easy to see upon entering if everything was clear and that there were no outside distractions like traffic, neighbors' dogs, or other animals. We are back home now so too far away for a return visit, but if I were in the area at another time I would definitely use this spot again.
55Large area to roam, seats for the humans, toys, shade and places for the dogs to get out of the sun. Alex had a great time and got warn out!Trisha F.
Trisha F.
March 2022
Large area to roam, seats for the humans, toys, shade and places for the dogs to get out of the sun. Alex had a great time and got warn out!
55The absolute best! Upon entering the field, my dog stopped, gazed forward and, no exaggeration, she turned her head to me and flashed the biggest doggie grin I've seen yet. And the happy expression lasted the entire visit. The fence is incredible and lends such a feeling of security, mainly it's height and strength. It was so peaceful and pleasant and so cool to be able to do such long distance recall :) Lexie L.
Lexie L.
March 2022
The absolute best! Upon entering the field, my dog stopped, gazed forward and, no exaggeration, she turned her head to me and flashed the biggest doggie grin I've seen yet. And the happy expression lasted the entire visit. The fence is incredible and lends such a feeling of security, mainly it's height and strength. It was so peaceful and pleasant and so cool to be able to do such long distance recall :)
55The property exceeded all of our expectations! The fence was secure with no gaps and the yard was very clean. Both of our dogs had a blast chasing tennis balls, eachother, and exploring the very large field. The host happened to be outside when we got there and she was extremely nice and understanding of our rambunctious but sweet pups. We will definitely be back! 🙂Chelsea B.
Chelsea B.
April 2022
The property exceeded all of our expectations! The fence was secure with no gaps and the yard was very clean. Both of our dogs had a blast chasing tennis balls, eachother, and exploring the very large field. The host happened to be outside when we got there and she was extremely nice and understanding of our rambunctious but sweet pups. We will definitely be back! 🙂
55My girls had so much fun roaming around this large play area!! My beagle would not even eat any treats or play with any toys because she was so distracted and fascinated by the large area of land she could run on!! Samantha T.
Samantha T.
April 2022
My girls had so much fun roaming around this large play area!! My beagle would not even eat any treats or play with any toys because she was so distracted and fascinated by the large area of land she could run on!!
55As always, we so enjoyed this spot. So beautiful to see the Allegheny mountains in all their fall color. Again, thank you, Megan, for this lovely Sniffspot!Dottie B.
Dottie B.
November 2021
As always, we so enjoyed this spot. So beautiful to see the Allegheny mountains in all their fall color. Again, thank you, Megan, for this lovely Sniffspot!
55This is a great, safe space! It’s huge so my three large dogs could all run around freely and there seemed to be a LOT of good sniffing. It was wonderful after a long car trip. The space was clean and had a nice sheltered area for humans 🙂. Sharen M.
Sharen M.
January 2022
This is a great, safe space! It’s huge so my three large dogs could all run around freely and there seemed to be a LOT of good sniffing. It was wonderful after a long car trip. The space was clean and had a nice sheltered area for humans 🙂.
How do Emmitsburg'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 Emmitsburg 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 Emmitsburg 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 313 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 34 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.