Rent the best private dog parks hosted by locals in Frederick, Maryland

Sniffspot's private dog parks are the best way to exercise your dog. We have the best variety and the best priced dog parks anywhere!

Designed for private play.
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Popular private dog parks near Frederick, Maryland

Hillside Enchanted Forest

We have 10 mostly wooded acres on the side of Braddock Mountain (right off Highway 70) at the end of a private road. There are also some open grassy areas around the house. 🌲 There is an unmaintained trail through the woods just beyond the driveway, indicated by a brown β€˜Trail’ sign. PLEASE NOTE: The property overall is on a steep hill so it is best for those looking for a little more adventure. We hope to add some seating such as a picnic table or something in the woods soon if our spot gets enough traffic. πŸ˜ƒ 🌱 There is also a full wrap around deck with patio furniture, hammock, plants, and an umbrella that is available for you to use. πŸ›‘ We do not have any pets. You may occasionally see wildlife in the woods though so please beware and understand you are accepting all risks when you make a reservation with us. πŸ“§ You will receive a message from us a few hours before your visit with Wifi and other information. πŸ’¦ There is a water spigot under the deck between the garage and sliding glass door that is available for you. 🌎 We accept last minute bookings but please know that we travel often so you may visit at a time when we’ve been away and the grass may be longer than usual, or the garbage more full than usual. Thanks for understanding. Let us know if you have any unique needs or requests for your visit that are not addressed in the listing or site FAQs. Thanks!

Unfenced
10 acres
4.9(14)
$12 dog / hour
Frederick, MD

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Why rent a private dog park in Frederick, Maryland?
FeaturesSniffspotPublic park
Designed for private play
Rentable by the hour
Off leash options
Very large and/or fully fenced options
Pricing$5 - $15 per dog per hourFree
How do Frederick'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

Monthly memberships

Many of our dog parks have the option to access member-only benefits with a fixed monthly price

What people say about dog parks around Frederick, Maryland

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Amanda W.
October 2023
Perfect β€œsniff-spot” for our two Dutch Shepherds! Directions were provided and location was easy to find. Guest parking and trail head clearly labeled. Our family enjoyed some much needed β€œoff-leash” time and will visit this location again!
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John T.
September 2023
This β€œsniff spot” was an amazing place to bring one of my German Shepherds to explore… And it’s just 13 minutes from downtown Frederick. I’m a local dog trainer living in the city, so finding a beautiful spot like this with a lot of space is so helpful for my dogs’ well being/longevity. Communication from the sniff spot owners was great as well! I will definitely be coming back again!
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Debbie H.
August 2023
Visited on a Saturday morning. Clear instructions, parking, entrance. It was very relaxing & private! My dog enjoyed running around in the woods :)
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Jessica D.
August 2023
Great spot! The area is beautiful, but I wasnt prepared for how steep the trail was. My dogs loved it though. 😊
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Krishna R.
August 2023
Great sniffspot ! Very clean and secluded. Well marked spots to park your car. Amazing host who is super responsive as this was a very last minute booking (thank you !!!! ). The trail is a little steep at the beginning ( we loved it though :) ) and lots of areas for your pup to sniff around. My dog thoroughly enjoyed the hike. Will be returning back again. Highly recommend!!
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Natalie W.
June 2023
Great location, good clear information prior to arrival, nice shady walk for the pups. Do take bug spray though!
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Deborah G.
June 2023
I so love this beautiful spot! Such a lovely trail, a bit challenging for me though. It shows that I need some cardio in my routine. I will surely be back. Thank you!!!!
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Jayson K.
June 2023
Loved it. This spot is conveniently located right off 70. The trail is well maintained. It’s a bit uphill, but manageable. We had to leave early because of 37 wk pregnant wife. Will definitely come back without her😁
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Jade X.
May 2023
I had a great time letting my reactive dog run around on the hill-y woods. Communication with the host, Cecelia, was great! She was helpful when I booked for the wrong date and accommodated us when we were late and let us stay a little longer.
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Carla C.
May 2023
It’s a beautiful space with alot of space that my fur baby loved to explore and sniff around. Quiet and relaxing.
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Lauren T.
May 2023
Amazing Sniffspot, we would absolutely return. We parked at the entrance gate and walked up the driveway, easily took up the full hour. We saw deer and turkeys, Obi doesn't have a strong prey drive, but good to know if your dog does! Absolutely gorgeous and clean spot.
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Hannah N.
May 2023
There are a variety of different spaces to explore hereβ€”including woods, long driveway (gravel) and some spaces with tall grass. Our dogs have recall but are not always the best at listening. This was a great place to get some off leash and recall training. No distractions other than a few deer (and other little critters).
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Shannon S.
April 2023
We had a wonderful time at this spot! Options to walk along trails, through the woods, or along the gravel driveway. Loads of space for our pups to explore and they left very happy and very tired!
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Katie (and Mike) C.
April 2023
Great place - you can walk thru the woods or stick to the long driveway. Plus our pup loved the stream.
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Kathryn N.
April 2023
Lovely property with plenty of room for exploring. I was late and the owners offered to let me stay my full time anyway which was very nice of them. We'll be back!
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Krishna R.
March 2023
The host provided very detailed instructions on how to find the place, the boundaries, parking etc. And the place is exactly as described. Clean. My puppy had tons of fun running in the tall grass trying to find birds and we did little exploring in the woods. Going to be back again.
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Jayson K.
February 2023
So much land to explore. We had fun during our visit. My dog got to meet the pigs for the first timeπŸ˜‚ pigs were fenced in. Going back tomorrow!
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Melissa J.
February 2023
Perfect place to let energetic dogs run freely and safely. The pigs provided some distraction but soon all our pups lost interest and spent most of the time running and playing. The best part is that they are sounds asleep in the car on the way home.
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Dara T.
February 2023
This was the perfect spot for my dog: lots of space, lots of different smells, a variety of terrain…everything a dog needs to tire himself out! As other reviewers said, I think he could have watched the pigs the whole time, but he also had fun exploring. The hosts gave excellent directions and were very accommodating when I arrived late. Despite being 45 minutes away, I will be back!
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Bethany P.
February 2023
We went for a little decompression walk after a vet visit, and enjoyed this nice little spot! We stuck to the driveway as I was not wearing the right shoes for the snow we got, but still had a nice reset.

What other types of private dog parks are available?

Dog water parks
Many hosts have added water features like pools and/or are nearby lakes or rivers.
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Fully fenced dog parks
Very popular choice, perfect to contain your dogs if they are escape artists or if they are not good at recall.
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Dog hiking trails
Some of our best spots have hiking trails in wonderful natural settings.
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Dog agility parks
Some hosts have implemented full agility courses to train your dogs in a private environment.
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Dog fields
Many of the listed spots are large pastures, fields and have farm animals that can be sighted.
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Dog beaches
Some spots are conveniently located by the sea or have sand and other beach features.
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Indoor dog parks
A good alternative to do activities with your dogs on a rainy day and unpleasant weather in general.
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Small dog parks
Dog parks that specifically work for the needs of dogs that are smaller in size.
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FAQ about our Frederick 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. 0% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Frederick 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 241 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 45 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 Frederick have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 241 fully fenced dog parks in or near Frederick. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Frederick?
The Frederick area has 12 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 Piece of Quiet Farm, Sugarloaf Mt. Dog Retreat.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Frederick?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Frederick. The most popular agility option is Sweetbay Farm.
Where in Frederick can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Frederick area. The highest rated option is Piece of Quiet Farm, Sugarloaf Mt. Dog Retreat.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Frederick?
There are 63 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Frederick where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Fun fenced sniff spot In Myersville.

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