55We had a great visit! Unfortunately it started downpouring rain upon our arrival so we had to wait until it slowed down but the host was gracious and let us stay over our time and offered an umbrella. The yard was clean and my pup loved all the new smells! Mikayla D.
Mikayla D.
July 2023
We had a great visit! Unfortunately it started downpouring rain upon our arrival so we had to wait until it slowed down but the host was gracious and let us stay over our time and offered an umbrella. The yard was clean and my pup loved all the new smells!
55We loved our visit at Dead End dog park! Nichole was very communicative and provided clear instructions and even caution for the slippery entry due to recent rain! The hill was perfect to throw a ball up and down for a good game of fetch! Both dogs LOVED the “forest” part of the yard- it allowed their hound noses to go crazy and they sniffed every inch of ground back there! The 6ft fence was perfect and very secure- my big hound tested his jumping skills when he saw a squirrel in the trees and the dachshund was not able to get under the fence at any point. There were good sunny patches but also lots of wonderful shade to sit in for both people and dogs during the hotter seasons! Overall a very quiet and easy experience, Nichole’s yard provided me great peace of mind as a reactive& flight risk dog owner and we could really relax and have fun. These apartment dogs are exhausted after all their fun here! Emily N.
Emily N.
July 2023
We loved our visit at Dead End dog park! Nichole was very communicative and provided clear instructions and even caution for the slippery entry due to recent rain! The hill was perfect to throw a ball up and down for a good game of fetch! Both dogs LOVED the “forest” part of the yard- it allowed their hound noses to go crazy and they sniffed every inch of ground back there! The 6ft fence was perfect and very secure- my big hound tested his jumping skills when he saw a squirrel in the trees and the dachshund was not able to get under the fence at any point. There were good sunny patches but also lots of wonderful shade to sit in for both people and dogs during the hotter seasons! Overall a very quiet and easy experience, Nichole’s yard provided me great peace of mind as a reactive& flight risk dog owner and we could really relax and have fun. These apartment dogs are exhausted after all their fun here!
55This place was great! It was extremely clean, our 3 dogs could play in the large grassy areas or explore the woods and the host thoughtfully had all kinds of supplies labeled (toys, bowls, etc) and ready if needed. We will be back for sure! I would say if you have smaller dogs just be aware there were a few areas where they might be able to get under or past the fence if they are curious enough. I have a Dachshund mix and she stuck her nose under a few spots but was too big to get under the fence. Overall though I would highly recommend! Adrienne C.
Adrienne C.
August 2023
This place was great! It was extremely clean, our 3 dogs could play in the large grassy areas or explore the woods and the host thoughtfully had all kinds of supplies labeled (toys, bowls, etc) and ready if needed. We will be back for sure! I would say if you have smaller dogs just be aware there were a few areas where they might be able to get under or past the fence if they are curious enough. I have a Dachshund mix and she stuck her nose under a few spots but was too big to get under the fence. Overall though I would highly recommend!
55This SniffSpot was everything we could have ever hoped for. Our GSD had an amazing time running, sniffing and playing in the pool the host provided. They had chairs for us to sit in during our break, and many toys to choose from. Their yard was in great shape, and incredibly clean. 10/10 will be back! Karina A.
Karina A.
August 2023
This SniffSpot was everything we could have ever hoped for. Our GSD had an amazing time running, sniffing and playing in the pool the host provided. They had chairs for us to sit in during our break, and many toys to choose from. Their yard was in great shape, and incredibly clean. 10/10 will be back!
55Honestly, I probably always come to this spot because it brings me comfort knowing my dog has ample, secure room to just enjoy alone or with a friend. I appreciate how Maria and family have continuously built up on the sniffspot to accommodate dogs and their owners who love them 🤗 Every time I've come back, I've noticed something new that just really makes this the perfect spot. And as usual, Maria was sooo helpful and responsive to my questions before our visit!
Always a great time!Adina F.
Adina F.
August 2023
Honestly, I probably always come to this spot because it brings me comfort knowing my dog has ample, secure room to just enjoy alone or with a friend. I appreciate how Maria and family have continuously built up on the sniffspot to accommodate dogs and their owners who love them 🤗 Every time I've come back, I've noticed something new that just really makes this the perfect spot. And as usual, Maria was sooo helpful and responsive to my questions before our visit!
Always a great time!
55My first visit with my dogs to Mastiff Paradise & Sanctuary was great! It was a big back yard that had everything a dog & owner could want. Baby pools were available to fill with water from the hose. They had balls, water bowls, & towels neatly stocked on a storage shelf. Once we got inside the gate, my dogs took off to run around the yard. Part of the large yard backed to a wooded area. I walked with and followed my dogs around the wooded area. The lawn curved behind it until woods were on both sides. Wired fencing prevented my dogs from going off the property. They both happily and quickly found a path to travel through the wooded patch putting them right back into the backyard. My female ran around and through several times. There was also plenty for my dogs to sniff and investigate. It was a bit hot on the afternoon we visited but there was shade. Lawn chairs were provided so I could also sit and watch my dogs play. We heard a loud speaker coming from a neighboring home or somewhere close by that seemed to quell my dogs sense of adventure a bit and with the heat they seemed to be more interested in meandering and sniffing around the yard. They relaxed in the shade and thoroughly enjoyed rolling around in the grass. Rita C.
Rita C.
August 2023
My first visit with my dogs to Mastiff Paradise & Sanctuary was great! It was a big back yard that had everything a dog & owner could want. Baby pools were available to fill with water from the hose. They had balls, water bowls, & towels neatly stocked on a storage shelf. Once we got inside the gate, my dogs took off to run around the yard. Part of the large yard backed to a wooded area. I walked with and followed my dogs around the wooded area. The lawn curved behind it until woods were on both sides. Wired fencing prevented my dogs from going off the property. They both happily and quickly found a path to travel through the wooded patch putting them right back into the backyard. My female ran around and through several times. There was also plenty for my dogs to sniff and investigate. It was a bit hot on the afternoon we visited but there was shade. Lawn chairs were provided so I could also sit and watch my dogs play. We heard a loud speaker coming from a neighboring home or somewhere close by that seemed to quell my dogs sense of adventure a bit and with the heat they seemed to be more interested in meandering and sniffing around the yard. They relaxed in the shade and thoroughly enjoyed rolling around in the grass.
55This was a great spot. My pup loved it. There are ample shady spots, some woods to explorer too. Plus, they have dog toys, water bowels and little plastic pools to fill up with the hose you’ll have access to. Fun Sniffspot. I’ll be back!Sy S.
Sy S.
August 2023
This was a great spot. My pup loved it. There are ample shady spots, some woods to explorer too. Plus, they have dog toys, water bowels and little plastic pools to fill up with the hose you’ll have access to. Fun Sniffspot. I’ll be back!
55We loved our visit here! The yard was very clean with lots of room to run and sniff. The host thought of everything and had all the supplies we needed. We’ll definitely be back!Alaina G.
Alaina G.
August 2023
We loved our visit here! The yard was very clean with lots of room to run and sniff. The host thought of everything and had all the supplies we needed. We’ll definitely be back!
55Amazing space with lots to explore. The lawn was very well-kept and the wooded areas were a fun obstacle course for my pup to traverse. The owners were very gracious with their toys and supplies, the location instructions were super clear, and everything about the spot was easy going. Despite there technically being neighbors, the space is rather large and feels very remote, especially towards the back. This is going to the top of our list! Regine C.
Regine C.
August 2023
Amazing space with lots to explore. The lawn was very well-kept and the wooded areas were a fun obstacle course for my pup to traverse. The owners were very gracious with their toys and supplies, the location instructions were super clear, and everything about the spot was easy going. Despite there technically being neighbors, the space is rather large and feels very remote, especially towards the back. This is going to the top of our list!
55Truly a paradise! My dog loved it! You can’t fully supervise if they go to the back, but its perfect if you want them to do their own thing and be independent. So big and nice for her to run around she was tired in like 30 minutes. Already thinking of going back!Rebeca Sniff R.
Rebeca Sniff R.
September 2023
Truly a paradise! My dog loved it! You can’t fully supervise if they go to the back, but its perfect if you want them to do their own thing and be independent. So big and nice for her to run around she was tired in like 30 minutes. Already thinking of going back!
55Wonderful visit, this location is exactly the way it was described. Big open area for playing ball, sun and shade options, woods for even more sniffing. Super clean and organized. Thank you for our visit!Karen P.
Karen P.
September 2023
Wonderful visit, this location is exactly the way it was described. Big open area for playing ball, sun and shade options, woods for even more sniffing. Super clean and organized. Thank you for our visit!
55Wonderful spot with some woods and grassy areas. The free kiddie pools were a big plus, and there were also toys and balls for use. Would definitely go again.Lane Brooke F.
Lane Brooke F.
September 2023
Wonderful spot with some woods and grassy areas. The free kiddie pools were a big plus, and there were also toys and balls for use. Would definitely go again.
55This location was great. The owner was extremely helpful with good communication. She had plenty of toys for the pups, water bowls, and even kids bug spray. The dogs loved the amount of space they had to run and the pool they were able to use. Great spot. We will definitely be back. Jessica S.
Jessica S.
September 2023
This location was great. The owner was extremely helpful with good communication. She had plenty of toys for the pups, water bowls, and even kids bug spray. The dogs loved the amount of space they had to run and the pool they were able to use. Great spot. We will definitely be back.
55My daughter brought our puppy, Mia, to play today for an hour. We do have a yard but not having a fence and kids being around all the time is very disruptive to her. She played "stick" and fetch for the entire hour I'm told. My daughter said it's a beautiful yard and would definitely take Mia again. She's currently sleeping which is a rare thing! Thank you!Catherine P.
Catherine P.
September 2023
My daughter brought our puppy, Mia, to play today for an hour. We do have a yard but not having a fence and kids being around all the time is very disruptive to her. She played "stick" and fetch for the entire hour I'm told. My daughter said it's a beautiful yard and would definitely take Mia again. She's currently sleeping which is a rare thing! Thank you!
55This sniffspot is spacious, well shaded in the morning, with a variety of puppy experiences - grass, the edge of the woods, a trail through the woods along the fence and a small baby pool for splashing. My lab loved this yard!Sandra S.
Sandra S.
September 2023
This sniffspot is spacious, well shaded in the morning, with a variety of puppy experiences - grass, the edge of the woods, a trail through the woods along the fence and a small baby pool for splashing. My lab loved this yard!
55Lovely beautiful space, I will definitely be a loyal customer! My bullmastiff loved the backyard and was so tired from playing, he ended up falling asleep in the grass. Chelsea A.
Chelsea A.
September 2023
Lovely beautiful space, I will definitely be a loyal customer! My bullmastiff loved the backyard and was so tired from playing, he ended up falling asleep in the grass.
55This is a fantastic Sniffspot! It is large with a good mix of lawn and woods, and the owners provide toys, water bowl (and water), and other essentials. Also, very clean and well maintained! Our dog ran and sniffed, and now he’s tired;)Jessica B.
Jessica B.
September 2023
This is a fantastic Sniffspot! It is large with a good mix of lawn and woods, and the owners provide toys, water bowl (and water), and other essentials. Also, very clean and well maintained! Our dog ran and sniffed, and now he’s tired;)
55Clean spot! Just as promised. Nice mixture of open space and wooded area for lots of sniffs ! Thank you !DEBRA N.
DEBRA N.
October 2023
Clean spot! Just as promised. Nice mixture of open space and wooded area for lots of sniffs ! Thank you !
How do Elkridge'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 Elkridge 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 Elkridge 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 335 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 57 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 Elkridge have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 335 fully fenced dog parks in or near Elkridge. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Elkridge?
The Elkridge 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 John's 5 Acre Private Dog Park In Fairfax.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Elkridge?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Elkridge. The most popular agility option is Acres of fun.
Where in Elkridge can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Elkridge?
There are 71 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Elkridge where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Fully Fenced yard in Vienna.