55The play yard was perfect. My dog enjoyed his time and didn't want to leave! It was a saturday afternoon so the gun range was active but was not a bother to my easily startled dog. Very happy with the experience and will definitely be back. Bridget H.
Bridget H.
April 2022
The play yard was perfect. My dog enjoyed his time and didn't want to leave! It was a saturday afternoon so the gun range was active but was not a bother to my easily startled dog. Very happy with the experience and will definitely be back.
Southern Lancaster County Canine Getaway "The Acres" | Sniffspot
55Amazing location. We will definitely be back. As is, this spot is great- hearing the plans for improvement in the future- this is going to be the best sniff spot ever! Britni B.
Britni B.
October 2021
Amazing location. We will definitely be back. As is, this spot is great- hearing the plans for improvement in the future- this is going to be the best sniff spot ever!
Southern Lancaster County Canine Getaway "The Acres" | Sniffspot
55The spot was super spacious, with a bench and a trash receptacle for poop bags. There was a great mix of short grass, longer grass, bramble, and trees. I would recommend wearing long pants if you want to walk through the longer grass areas. Our dog LOVED sniffing for bunnies in the bushes and bramble and prancing through the fields. Fence was very secure. We didn't see any other dogs or people, just birds, bunnies, and squirrels. Kathy was super accommodating and welcoming. Highly recommend! Michelle J.
Michelle J.
August 2021
The spot was super spacious, with a bench and a trash receptacle for poop bags. There was a great mix of short grass, longer grass, bramble, and trees. I would recommend wearing long pants if you want to walk through the longer grass areas. Our dog LOVED sniffing for bunnies in the bushes and bramble and prancing through the fields. Fence was very secure. We didn't see any other dogs or people, just birds, bunnies, and squirrels. Kathy was super accommodating and welcoming. Highly recommend!
55Had a great time at Fern Gully. It’s wild and wonderful with tall grass in a huge backyard with shaded seating for the people! Will definitely be back. Michelle N.
Michelle N.
June 2021
Had a great time at Fern Gully. It’s wild and wonderful with tall grass in a huge backyard with shaded seating for the people! Will definitely be back.
55Our dogs had so much fun running, exploring, and foraging for sticks. They easily could’ve spent the whole day there and never gotten bored! We would love to come back. Julia W.
Julia W.
June 2021
Our dogs had so much fun running, exploring, and foraging for sticks. They easily could’ve spent the whole day there and never gotten bored! We would love to come back.
55Nice spot in south Arlington! For starters this is a super dog friendly neighborhood, I recognize the owner has zero control of this but we saw 6 dogs in a 3 block radius of the house. Our dog is incredibly dog reactive (and if yours is too just something to be aware of!) we had to drive around the neighborhood a few times to wait until there weren’t dogs near the house. Not a big deal but something to note. Maybe we just picked a popular dog walking time! No dogs or neighbors were spotted once we got into the yard which was awesome. The top part of the yard is great for light fetch. It’s not huge but it’s flat which my dog loved. The gully was a bit slick and steep because of some rain, that combined with the high grass made it a bit tricky to navigate. Not impossible but something to note if you have limited mobility or balance you probably will want to avoid that area. My dog enjoyed prancing through the tall grass and running around in it! I recommend bringing a couple extra balls if you plan on playing fetch in the gully are. The long grass made it tricky to locate them if my dog wasn’t paying attention.
Caroline A.
Caroline A.
August 2021
Nice spot in south Arlington! For starters this is a super dog friendly neighborhood, I recognize the owner has zero control of this but we saw 6 dogs in a 3 block radius of the house. Our dog is incredibly dog reactive (and if yours is too just something to be aware of!) we had to drive around the neighborhood a few times to wait until there weren’t dogs near the house. Not a big deal but something to note. Maybe we just picked a popular dog walking time! No dogs or neighbors were spotted once we got into the yard which was awesome. The top part of the yard is great for light fetch. It’s not huge but it’s flat which my dog loved. The gully was a bit slick and steep because of some rain, that combined with the high grass made it a bit tricky to navigate. Not impossible but something to note if you have limited mobility or balance you probably will want to avoid that area. My dog enjoyed prancing through the tall grass and running around in it! I recommend bringing a couple extra balls if you plan on playing fetch in the gully are. The long grass made it tricky to locate them if my dog wasn’t paying attention.
55Very large and clean yard. Hill and stairs are a little steep, but our two giant dogs navigated it well. Will be booking again! Brittany O.
Brittany O.
February 2021
Very large and clean yard. Hill and stairs are a little steep, but our two giant dogs navigated it well. Will be booking again!
How do Steelton'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 Steelton 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. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Steelton 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 116 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 11 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 Steelton have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 116 fully fenced dog parks in or near Steelton. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Steelton?
The Steelton area has 9 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 Seth's Private Dog Park In Gardners.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Steelton?
Where in Steelton can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Steelton area. The highest rated option is South York Dog Spot.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Steelton?
There are 34 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Steelton where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Kern Hollow Private Dog Park.