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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!

246 spots found

Rent a private dog park in Maine

246 spots found

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!

Rising star

Private dog park

5.00(1)

The Woods at Tilden Pond Unfenced Private Dog Park In Belmont

Unfenced
34 acres

This is a 234acre forest with a babbling brook and access to a 350 acre pond. Wildlife and nature abounds. Treat yourself and your canine friends to a forest therapy session with access to about 50 of the acres.

Dock for dog diving

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

We had a great time exploring this beautiful property! My dogs had a blast ... more

10 credits dog / hour
Belmont, ME
The Woods at Tilden Pond Unfenced Private Dog Park In Belmont | Sniffspot
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invoice
BelmontMaine
5.01
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

5.00(17)

Nonesuch Meadows Farm

Unfenced
3 acres

Enjoyable farm fields with lots of room for dogs to roam and play. Wildlife does show up at times, anywhere from deer, turkeys, skunks and porcupines. During deer season we do require the owner and dog to be wearing orange, and don’t have guests come on Saturdays.

Dog treats

Water - hose

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

It was a fun place for both our pup and us to walk around. Thank you! more

12 credits dog / hour
Scarborough, ME
Nonesuch Meadows Farm | Sniffspot
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invoice
ScarboroughMaine
5.017
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

5.00(19)

Hummingbird Hill Farm 50 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park

Unfenced
50 acres

Hummingbird Hill Farm is a goat sanctuary with 50 acres. Our property has several walking trails with varied terrain, a small stream, small pond and wetland, and a wild area(no trail). Deer are present on the property on occasion. Always a chance to encounter (rarely) other smaller wildlife.

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Trash can

We love Ric’s property! There are so many trails and fun spots to explore. ... more

5 credits dog / hour
Litchfield, ME
Hummingbird Hill Farm 50 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
LitchfieldMaine
5.019
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

4.95(19)

Peaceful, Fenced-In Former Goat Pen in Cumberland, ME

Fully Fenced
0.06 acres

Welcome to our quiet, country yard—formerly a goat pen! This fully fenced 3,690 sq. ft. space is located at the end of a dead-end road in beautiful Cumberland, Maine. It’s perfect for dogs who love to sniff, explore, and run off-leash in a peaceful rural setting. The yard is enclosed with a 3-foot-high wire livestock fence (1 ft x 7 in spacing between wires), which offers a safe environment for most dogs, though it may not be suitable for very small pups or high jumpers without supervision. The space is adjacent to a quiet street where neighbors sometimes walk their dogs, so your pup might spot some friendly passersby. Whether your dog wants to romp, relax, or just enjoy some new smells, this spacious and serene spot offers a unique place to play and unwind. Come enjoy the fresh Maine air!

Chairs

Great space! more

8 credits dog / hour
Cumberland, ME
Peaceful, Fenced-In Former Goat Pen in Cumberland, ME | Sniffspot
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invoice
CumberlandMaine
4.919
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
New

Private dog park

13 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In North Berwick

Partially Fenced
13 acres

Big open field tons of room for all your dogs

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Fertilizer-free

Digging area

4 credits dog / hour
North Berwick, ME
13 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In North Berwick | Sniffspot
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invoice
North BerwickMaine
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
New

Private dog park

Higher Vibrations 36 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charleston

Unfenced
36 acres

There is a 7 acre field with 29 wooded acres that have three season trails.

5 credits dog / hour
Charleston, ME
Higher Vibrations 36 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Charleston | Sniffspot
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invoice
CharlestonMaine
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(28)

Carrie's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Bangor

Fully Fenced
0.25 acres

Dog toys

Water - kiddie pool

Water - hose

Fertilizer-free

Great large fenced in space. The dogs loved it! more

5 credits dog / hour
Bangor, ME
Carrie's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Bangor | Sniffspot
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invoice
BangorMaine
5.028
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4.90(117)

A Walk In The Park

Fully Fenced
5 acres

Part of the A Walk In The Park family, this one was 5 years in the making and is my baby!

Water - hose

Digging area

Small dog friendly

Will definitely be returning! My four dogs had a blast and we got to practi... more

8 credits dog / hour
Penobscot, ME
A Walk In The Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
PenobscotMaine
4.9117
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

4.99(576)

Zuzu's Zoomie Acres at Wilde Kind Farm

Fully Fenced
6 acres

Welcome to Wilde Kind Farm! Our warming hut is open for the winter. We offer a renovated vintage travel trailer with a heater behind the barn. Dogs are welcome inside as well. Go on in, turn the heater on, and warm up for a few! Bring your doggos to run and play off-leash in our newly expanded 6 acres of fenced play yard! The dog yard is split into 3 main zones with gates so you can explore while keeping your dog in sight. We have lots of space to explore, toys, and lots of other amenities! Our farm is set on 75 acres here in historic Litchfield with the original 1830 farmhouse and a big red barn. We have multiple areas for your to explore: 1. Our Play Yard welcome area that has a 3 sided shelter with seating. This is where you can grab some poop bags, toys, or request extras like agility equipment, kiddie pools, corn hole, BBQ grill etc. This area also lights up at night. 2. The Wilde Side with lots of paths to explore, a secret garden, native plants, hedges, multiple spots to sit, and a big open meadow. We are working making this area a monarch way station as well! 3. Our new area, Wolf Tree Meadow! Walk behind past the barn towards the hayfield and explore the stone compass circle. Rent the fire ring or use the table and chairs to relax while your dog sniffs to their heart’s content. Please note the entire SS accessible property is fenced. There is a driveway gate, and a second gate to enter our SniffSpot.

Parkour obstacles

Dog treats

Dog toys

Water - hose

A winter wonderland. Serene safe and fun. more

18 credits dog / hour
Litchfield, ME
Zuzu's Zoomie Acres at Wilde Kind Farm | Sniffspot
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invoice
LitchfieldMaine
5.0576
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4.92(13)

Summer's Sniff Spot In Dover Foxcroft

Fully Fenced
0.06 acres

Just a nice area to let the dogs run off leash, smell the flowers, dig in the dirt while their owner can relax.

Water - kiddie pool

Water - hose

Digging area

Fertilizer-free

Another perfect day at this sniff spot. We left early, our choice. Pup had ... more

5 credits dog / hour
Dover-Foxcroft, ME
Summer's Sniff Spot In Dover Foxcroft | Sniffspot
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invoice
Dover-FoxcroftMaine
4.913
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4.60(5)

9 Acres of Field and Woods In Hudson

Unfenced
9 acres

9 acres of unfenced field and woods. 3 acres of field perfect for off leash play and 6 acres of woods with some trails for adventures. The property is marked with orange stakes in the field and pink tags through the woods. Parking on dirt driveway.

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Field

great spot. lots of flat land to run and play. grass was a bit grown, but d... more

8 credits dog / hour
Hudson, ME
9 Acres of Field and Woods In Hudson | Sniffspot
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invoice
HudsonMaine
4.65
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4.98(387)

Sadie's Place

Fully Fenced
0.5 acres

This spot was bought and dedicated to our Australian Shepherd, Sadie, to give high drive, high energy, high loving dogs and their humans a safe place to run, bark, learn, train, and smile! Visit us on our Facebook Page for program updates and events: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sadiesplace/?ref=share Sadie's favorite place was an Agility Trial, so we have provided Agility equipment for the use of Enrichment, Training, and Fun! TRU dog, LLC will be offering Agility Clinics, Training, and Education with our community Canine professionals! All proceeds will be used for upkeep and enhancements of Sadie's Place.

Agility equipment

Parkour obstacles

Dog toys

Water - kiddie pool

We love this spot. Easy access and parking, well maintained and secure. more

10 credits dog / hour
Lincoln, ME
Sadie's Place | Sniffspot
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invoice
LincolnMaine
5.0387
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

4.87(71)

Pipers playground 1+- Acres Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Biddeford

Fully Fenced
1 acre

Field fenced in with agility equipment use at your own risk Enter parking off Proctor rd. Keep dogs leashed until in the field entrance is in the front yard closer to the roadside

Agility equipment

Dog toys

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Great spot for the pups to explore! We were here on a snowy day, so not the... more

15 credits dog / hour
Biddeford, ME
Pipers playground 1+- Acres Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Biddeford | Sniffspot
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invoice
BiddefordMaine
4.971
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

4.98(340)

Seth's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Scarborough

Fully Fenced
0.25 acres

My name is Seth and I've been a lifelong dog owner. I've always loved getting out for adventures and finding new spots to let dogs romp off leash. My dogs Boss and Kona were temperamental with other dogs so it was always important to find safe spots to let them off leash. They were the inspiration for my fenced in backyard! Kona passed in September 2022 and Boss passed in July 2023, so I've opened up the space to those who might need a fenced in area to help their dog(s) expend that energy! We believe a tired dog is a happy dog, and an even happier owner 😉

Water - hose

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

It was a great spot and both dogs had plenty of room to run and play, The g... more

10 credits dog / hour
Scarborough, ME
Seth's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Scarborough | Sniffspot
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invoice
ScarboroughMaine
5.0340
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

4.99(118)

Tyler's Private Dog Park in Riverton, Portland

Fully Fenced
0.17 acres

Dog toys

Pesticide-free

Parkour obstacles

Water - hose

Great spot for our first visit to a sniffspot! The yard was a bit icy (duh,... more

10 credits dog / hour
Portland, ME
Tyler's Private Dog Park in Riverton, Portland | Sniffspot
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invoice
PortlandMaine
5.0118
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4.99(72)

Cooperative Dogs

Fully Fenced
0.5 acres

The yard at Cooperative Dogs is a beautiful, half-acre, fenced in area among the trees. It can be a great place for your pup to run and play and sniff in a safe, private atmosphere. Be aware that it is a new and developing yard, so as of now the ground is predominantly wood chips and there are stumps, trees, and other obstacles. Please be advised that Cooperative Dogs is not liable for injury to you or your dog. The fence is 5’ high welded wire construction with a chicken wire skirt, which is secure for most dogs but we cannot guarantee that your dog will not figure out a way to escape. There are currently no bathroom facilities. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT PLOW THE DRIVEWAY OR THE YARD THROUGHOUT THE WINTER. BOOK AND ENTER AT YOUR OWN RISK.

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Fertilizer-free

Digging area

What a beautiful spot! Completely fenced in, tons of different kinds of dog... more

7.5 credits dog / hour
Trenton, ME
Cooperative Dogs | Sniffspot
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invoice
TrentonMaine
5.072
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(1)

Tia's 57 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Pittsfield

Unfenced
57 acres

Here at Honey Fox Farm you’ll encounter chickens, ducks turkeys pigs goats. As well as wild ducks and turkeys deer and any other wild animal in the area. This 57 acres consists of half fields half forest. The back forest there is a natural pond. The front fields they’ll be a small pond. You’ll have the leisure of long grass and areas, Short grass and others a gravel, circular driveway through the farm between both bars. And how things do on a farm things change daily 😇 so come bring your four paw friends and have an adventure!

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Water - hose

7 credits dog / hour
Pittsfield, ME
Tia's 57 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Pittsfield | Sniffspot
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invoice
PittsfieldMaine
5.01
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(37)

Bark ‘n Glow at Wilde Kind Farm

Fully Fenced
0.5 acres

Our night-time spot! Complete with lights, shelter, and a warming hut with hot drinks! These short winter days make it difficult to get outside and walk your dog before it’s dark. Come visit our farm where we have a lit up, fenced play yard, and a warming hut with hot drinks. Please note we have updated fencing and added some new daytime areas so the fencing area has changed and expanded. You are also welcome to use this spot in the day-time! Just book the ZuZu’s Zoomie Acres location! This way we never double book in the day-time.

Dog toys

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Dog towels provided

This spot is amazing , my 3 pups had an amazing time running and playing of... more

18 credits dog / hour
Litchfield, ME
Bark ‘n Glow at Wilde Kind Farm | Sniffspot
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invoice
LitchfieldMaine
5.037
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

4.97(233)

Andrew's Private Dog Park In Auburn

Unfenced
105 acres

Water - hose

Field

Flower garden

Hill

The trail was packed down for easy walking in the snow! more

10 credits dog / hour
Auburn, ME
Andrew's Private Dog Park In Auburn | Sniffspot
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invoice
AuburnMaine
5.0233
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4.94(64)

River Lily Farm

Unfenced
85 acres

Our farm is open fields, tons of trees to play hide and seek in, and lots of riverfront area for dogs to swim. There are ungroomed “walking trails” that go around the entire property. Center of property tends to be wet. My personal dogs will remain inside the house while you are here. Bring your own poop bags please. Dogs with good recall are allowed off leash, at your own risk, please. We love all breeds of dogs with every quirk and ability. We respect that all dogs have different temperaments; all dogs are welcome, no matter how they feel towards strangers or other animals. We will do our 100% best to ensure no person or domestic animal will bother you on your adventure here. We work in animal rescue and commit that all proceeds will go towards continuing to help abandoned, abused, and neglected pets. Thank you for enjoying our peaceful space. Bring your boots and bug spray! :)

Small dog friendly

Off street parking

Woods

Scenic view

Awesome property! We'll definitely be back for the different seasons. Icy p... more

15 credits dog / hour
Ogunquit, ME
River Lily Farm | Sniffspot
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invoice
OgunquitMaine
4.964
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4.90(42)

Todd's Private Dog Park In Gorham

Fully Fenced
0.17 acres

Fully fenced in yard with plenty of space for dogs to run and play. Plenty of chairs and a bench for owners to utilize to relax. Once the weather warms up the gazebo onsite will be the perfect place to get some shade stocked with drinks for owners and treats for dogs! An onsite doggy pool will also be provided weather permitting.

Dog treats

Dog toys

Fertilizer-free

Dog drinking water

Great spot - a nice yard for the dogs to play in, and a very comfortable an... more

10 credits dog / hour
Gorham, ME
Todd's Private Dog Park In Gorham | Sniffspot
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invoice
GorhamMaine
4.942
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4.97(35)

Megan's 5 Acre Lakefront Unfenced Private Dog Park with Lake Access In Acton

Unfenced
5 acres

SPOT OPEN YEAR ROUND - THE ROADS TO OUR LAND ARE PLOWED BUT OUR DRIVEWAY IS NOT PLOWED. YOU ARE WELCOME TO COME BUT PLEASE KNOW THIS AHEAD OF TIME :) YOU ARE WELCOME TO BRING SNOWSHOES, XC SKIS ETC. IF THERE IS HEAVY SNOW! 5+ Acres to romp and swim on peninsula that extends into Balch Lake Park at the top of the hill, hike down allowing your dog a Sniff-Fari on the way and reward yourself with beautiful serene lake views and a spot for your pup to swim at the end Don’t want to walk? Drive down and just head right to the lake! All unfenced, peninsula provides natural barrier, very private Gravel road, bring sturdy shoes for walk down and back, needs to be graded after recent rain Recommend SUV or truck if driving down the hill! If sedan, park at top and walk down (although our sedan does make it down FYI)

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Trash can

Nice little spot by the lake. My dogs really liked going in the water and e... more

15 credits dog / hour
Acton, ME
Megan's 5 Acre Lakefront Unfenced Private Dog Park with Lake Access In Acton | Sniffspot
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invoice
ActonMaine
5.035
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Gardiner Dog Park

Fully Fenced

The Gardiner Dog Park is located at 563 Water Street in Gardiner, Maine. It is a fully-fenced enclosure where dogs can play off-leash. The park has strict rules and regulations to ensure a safe environment for all visitors, including requirements for licensing, vaccinations, and supervision. Owners must clean up after their dogs and fill any holes dug by them. The park is open from 7:00am to 8:00pm and closed during maintenance. Violators may be removed or excluded from the park. Children under 10 years old must be supervised by an adult. For more information, visit their Facebook page or email them at gardinermedogpark@gmail.com.

Park hours: 7:00am to 8:00pm.

No fee info
Gardiner, ME
Gardiner Dog Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
GardinerMaine
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Pine Grove Park

Pine Grove Park in Portland, Maine offers a spacious dog park located on Pine Grove Trail. The park is open from 5:30 AM to 8 PM, seven days a week, providing ample opportunity for dogs to play and socialize. For more information, visit their website at portlandmaine.gov or contact them at 207-808-5400 or info@portlandmaine.gov.

Park hours: 5:30 AM–8 PM 7 days per Week

No fee info
Portland, ME
Pine Grove Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
PortlandMaine
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Falmouth Community Park

The Falmouth Community Park, located at 19 Winn Rd in Falmouth, Maine, offers a field and trail for dogs to exercise and play. The park is open 24 hours, 7 days a week, providing ample opportunity for dogs and their owners to enjoy the outdoors together. For more information, visit the website falmouthme.org or contact the park at 207-699-5302 or email mfleming@falmouthme.org.

Park hours: Open 24 hours 7 days per Week

Field

Trail

No fee info
Falmouth, ME
Falmouth Community Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
FalmouthMaine
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Pleasant Street Park

Pleasant Street Park in Portland, Maine is a well-equipped dog park located at 50 Pleasant St. The park offers a dog drinking water station and a table for pet owners to relax. It is open from 6:30 AM to 10 PM seven days a week, providing ample opportunities for dog owners to bring their furry friends for some exercise and socialization.

Park hours: 6:30 AM–10 PM 7 days per Week

Dog drinking water

Table

No fee info
Portland, ME
Pleasant Street Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
PortlandMaine
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Capisic Brook Trail

18 acres

Capisic Brook Trail is a dog-friendly park located in Portland, Maine. It offers a scenic trail for dogs and their owners to enjoy. The park does not have any additional amenities besides the trail. Visitors can find more information about the park on the website trails.org or contact them via phone at 207-775-2411 or email at info@trails.org.

Trail

No fee info
Portland, ME
Capisic Brook Trail | Sniffspot
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invoice
PortlandMaine
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Barks & Rec Dog Park

Fully Fenced

Barks & Rec Dog Park in Eliot, Maine is a fully-fenced park where dogs can play and socialize. The park is small dog friendly and provides drinking water for pets. It is open from dawn until dusk and offers a website for more information at https://livingwithagolden.com/eliot-dog-park-eliot-me/ or can be reached by phone at (207) 439-1813.

Park hours: dawn until dusk

Small dog friendly

Dog drinking water

No fee info
Eliot, ME
Barks & Rec Dog Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
EliotMaine
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Jack School Dog Run

Jack School Dog Run is located in Portland, Maine, offering a space for dogs to socialize and exercise. The park features various amenities for both dogs and their owners. Visitors can contact the park at (207) 772-4994 for more information.

No fee info
Portland, ME
Jack School Dog Run | Sniffspot
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invoice
PortlandMaine
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Capisic Pond Park

18 acres

Capisic Pond Park in Portland, Maine is a scenic dog park with a lake and trail for dogs to enjoy. The park is open from 6:30 AM to 9:30 PM seven days a week. For more information, visit their website at trails.org or contact them at 207-756-8275 or info@trails.org.

Park hours: 6:30 AM–9:30 PM 7 days per Week

Lake or pond

Trail

No fee info
Portland, ME
Capisic Pond Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
PortlandMaine
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

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Why rent a private dog park in Maine, Maine?

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 Maine'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

Become a Sniffpass holder!

Get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly or annual credits!
Learn more!

Nearby states to rent a private dog park

Frequently asked questions about Maine dog park

What inspired Sniffspot to offer a network of private dog parks?

Sniffspot's founder, David Adams, lives with a leash reactive dog and a dog selective dog. Back in 2016, he and his wife Rebecca were struggling to meet their pup Toshii's basic needs in a city environment as there was nowhere safe to let their guards down. In passing, Rebecca texted that she wished “there was an app to find places to let him off leash” — and the rest, as they say, is history.

David is heavily involved in the day-to-day operations of Sniffspot. His personal experiences have made him passionate about giving all dogs the opportunity to sniff, run, and play without fear! As long as we share a place on Earth, Sniffspot believes that dogs have an inherent right to live a fulfilling, joyful, and rewarding life just like we do.

What kind of dogs benefit from private dog parks?

The short answer: All dogs!

Because they're private spaces without the chaos of many public city parks, Sniffspots are especially well suited to dogs who are nervous, in training, or working through reactivity. But every pet can benefit from time with just their owners in an environment all to themselves.

Here are a few things guests commonly use Sniffspots for:

  • Working on training skills, like recall, in an environment with moderate distractions (a good middle step between your own home and busier areas out in public)
  • Having playdates with one or two trusted dogs, either just for fun or to help build healthy social skills
  • Being able to run around in a securely fenced space especially if owners don't have a yard of their own
  • Safely exposing dogs to new environments, which is a key part of proper socialization — many Sniffspots offer varying terrain like water features plus a range of objects like agility equipment that can help your pup get comfortable in more situations
  • Changing up regular walking and play routines to provide more variety and fulfillment — taking the same route or playing in the same park every day in a row can get boring for our pets!
Aren't public dog parks good for dogs?

It's important for most modern dogs to have off leash exercise where they're able to engage in natural behaviors like sniffing and running. Since letting dogs off leash in city parks can be dangerous for the surrounding community and wildlife — not to mention can lead to issues with animal control or park authority departments — public dog parks are a legal way to let dogs have off leash exercise.

Unfortunately, the free and open nature of public dog parks has drawbacks. There might be unsocialized dogs displaying aggressive behavior, sick pets leading to disease transmission, or left-behind waste and other sanitation issues (since any given public dog park facility may not be cleaned regularly). All this aside, other dog owners are often inattentive of their dogs — particularly in popular parks specifically designed for pets to run off leash. Some people think of these areas like babysitters for their dogs and don't stay engaged in their pets' behavior.

For these reasons, many dog behaviorists discourage visiting public dog parks and recommend Sniffspot's private dog parks instead. Sniffspot private dog parks only allow one guest to book at a time. They are not open to the public — a reservation is required ahead of time, with both guests and hosts agreeing to certain protocols to ensure there aren't any unexpected surprises in the space — which solves many of these issues.

How do I know if a private Sniffspot dog park works for my dog?

Dogs enjoy Sniffspot dog parks for all kinds of different reasons — spanning from physical exercise to behavior modification training to agility or other dog sports practice and more. Whatever your primary goals, there is a Sniffspot dog park for you!

There are many different types of private dog parks available. Sniffspot hosts offer locations like designated training yards; expansive fields; large, fully-fenced off-leash dog parks; indoor facilities with lights and other amenities; dog sports courses complete with agility equipment; pools and natural water features; and more. Some even have niche amenities, such as a park splash pad and dog-friendly potable water fountains.

You can filter Sniffspot dog parks by size, fencing, and distractions that might be present via our dog park locator. If your dog doesn't have a good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog parks. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our off-leash areas where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can also filter locations to avoid other domestic animals and people! Each listing includes the park hours of operation — and by reading reviews you can understand the status of condition, for example, if a section of the fence is in poor condition or there are any park maintenance issues.

How does Sniffspot ensure their private dog parks are safe?

While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, disease transmission, and general cleanliness (often as much an issue with the person in charge as with their dog) Sniffspot dog parks are much safer environments to let your dog express their natural behaviors.

All Sniffspot bookings are private with a time buffer in between

With Sniffspot, all bookings are private — the only park users at a given time are the dog owners who signed up and dogs they bring with them in their own group. Any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits.

We also enforce buffers between bookings to ensure you aren't arriving or leaving at the same time another park user is present.

Sniffspot requires visiting dogs to have vaccinations

We require all dogs to be vaccinated or have equivalent titers.

Sniffspot listings are vetted and reviewed by guests like you

Perhaps most helpful to know exactly what you're getting into: Sniffspot dog park locations are vetted and reviewed by guests, so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog — whether they have behavioral struggles, special needs, or any other specific considerations. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars and many spots have been reviewed hundreds of times.

Hosts are able to inventory their dog parks firsthand

Hosts are in charge of keeping their park areas clean, and many go out of their way to provide visitors with exceptional experiences. Because each host can control the number of guests that visit in a given time period, they're able to maintain their spaces better than many public parks departments can. It's a win-win for everyone in the community!

How do I sign up to use Sniffspot?

The Sniffspot app makes it super easy to book time at private dog parks near you. You can create a completely free account by clicking this link! We're constantly updating our iOS and Android app experiences along with our website to provide a seamless user experience.

How can I find Sniffspot dog parks near me?

You can browse all of our Sniffspots here using our dog park locator. You can easily view information about the spots, including open times, park entrance details, and current conditions.

How much do Sniffspot dog parks cost?

Each host sets their own price, so you can check the cost per hour on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing. Most are between $5 - $15 per dog per hour.

Prices vary based on size, fencing and amenities, such as water or drinking fountains for dogs, park benches, WiFi accessibility, and so on.

What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog park?

Vaccinations are required

We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We require rabies vaccination, the equivalent of current rabies tags.

Dogs should not display aggressive behavior

We do not allow dogs with a bite history.

There are sometimes limits on number of dogs per booking

We do not have limits for dogs per owner or dogs per adult handler, though some individual park hosts set person per visit limits.

Supervision is always required

Adult supervision is required at all times.

Clean up after your pets

Dog owners are responsible for picking up pet waste to keep park areas clean (many Sniffspot private dog parks provide pet waste stations).

You must sign a waiver and agree to our policies

We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow park rules and policies before visiting park sites.

How can I offer my land as a private dog park?

You can learn more about how you can earn up to $3,000 per month sharing your land here. It is just as lucrative as dog boarding or other dog services — with less work for you! Park planning can be as simple as opening up your existing yard.

About Sniffspot

Sniffspot provides the best experiences and fun for you and your dog. Our dog parks are designed for the ultimate dog exercise. Our private spaces help you minimize distractions or triggers and maximize time with your dog. We provide off leash enrichment - exploration and activities you can't get anywhere else; wear your dog out for days. We make it easy to have playdates. Socialize your pup in a controlled, private spot - it's great exercise and it's fun for you and your dog.