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Dog Parks & Off-Leash Areas in Maryland

86 of the 723 dog parks, shelters, trainers and boarding kennels we track in Maryland are fenced dog parks or designated off-leash areas. Full listings for every city are on the Maryland page.

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Off-leash options range from fully fenced neighborhood runs with double-gated entries to open multi-use city parks with designated off-leash boundaries. Some locations feature separate enclosures for small or shy dogs, agility equipment, and surfaced ground like turf or wood chips, while others are natural dirt trails near water. Knowing the enclosure style, shade availability, and ground surface helps you pick a spot suited to your dog's size and recall reliability.

Baltimore 11

  1. Friends of Canton Dog Park

    3221 Toone St, Baltimore, MD 21224

    from dusk to dawn

    FencedWater access
    Call Website All Baltimore

  2. Paw Point Dog Park

    1000 Lakeside Dr, Baltimore, MD 21210

    Call Website All Baltimore

  3. Locust Point Dog Park

    Baltimore, MD

    Website All Baltimore

  4. Howard Street Dog Park

    Baltimore, MD 21201

    Website All Baltimore

  5. Patterson Dog Park

    Baltimore, MD 21224

    Water access
    All Baltimore

  6. Burdick Bark Dog Park

    6300 Walther Ave, Baltimore, MD 21206

    Website All Baltimore

  7. Liberty/Park Dog Walk

    8 Park Ave, Baltimore, MD 21201

    All Baltimore

  8. Oakford Park

    3120 Oakford Ave, Baltimore, MD 21215

    All Baltimore

  9. Canton Lighthouse Dog Park

    2809 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224-4814

    All Baltimore

  10. Waterview Avenue

    Waterview Ave, Baltimore, MD 21225

    All Baltimore

  11. Fed Hill Dog Park

    Baltimore, MD

    All Baltimore

Frederick 5

  1. Ballenger Creek Dog Park

    5420 Ballenger Creek Pike, Frederick, MD 21703

    8:00 AM – Sunset

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access
    Call Website All Frederick

  2. City of Frederick Dog Park

    100 S Market St, Frederick, MD 21701-5527

    Mon-Fri 8am-2pm

    Call Website All Frederick

  3. City of Frederick Dog Park

    N. Bentz St., Frederick, MD 21701

    Mon-Fri 8am-2pm

    Call All Frederick

  4. City of Frederick Dog Park

    Frederick, MD 21701

    Website All Frederick

  5. Ballenger Creek Dog Park

    212 S Carroll St, Frederick, MD 21701-6523

    All Frederick

Annapolis 4

  1. Quiet Waters Dog Park

    600 Quiet Waters Park Rd, Annapolis, MD 21403

    Call Website All Annapolis

  2. Peninsula Park

    3103 Arundel on the Bay Rd., Annapolis, MD 21403

    Call Website All Annapolis

  3. Broadneck Dog Park

    618 Broadneck Road, Annapolis, MD 21409

    Website All Annapolis

  4. Quiet Waters Dog Beach

    Quiet Waters Park Rd, Annapolis, MD 21403

    All Annapolis

College Park 3

  1. College Park Dog Park

    7416 Baltimore Ave, College Park, MD 20740

    Call All College Park

  2. College Park Dog Park

    College Park, MD 20740

    Call All College Park

  3. Hollywood Dog Park

    5008 Eutaw Pl, College Park, MD 20740

    All College Park

Germantown 3

  1. Ridge Road Recreational Park

    21155 Frederick Rd, Germantown, MD 20876

    Daily sunrise-sunset

    Fenced
    Call Website All Germantown

  2. Black Hills Dog Park

    Germantown, MD

    Website All Germantown

  3. Ridge Road Dog Park

    21155 Frederick Rd, Germantown, MD 20876

    Call All Germantown

Rockville 3

  1. Mattie Stepanek Dog Park

    1800 Piccard Dr, Rockville, MD 20850

    Call Website All Rockville

  2. King Farm Dog Park

    Rockville, MD 20850

    Call Website All Rockville

  3. Potomac Dog School

    7326 Westmore Rd Ste B, Rockville, MD 20850

    Call All Rockville

Salisbury 3

  1. Frances J. Tilghman Memorial Dog Park

    430 North Park Drive, Salisbury, MD 21805

    Call All Salisbury

  2. Salisbury City Dog Park

    319 N Park Dr, Salisbury, MD 21804

    All Salisbury

  3. Downtown SBY Bark Park

    410 W Main St, Salisbury, MD 21801

    All Salisbury

Bel Air 2

  1. Ma & Pa Dog Park

    Bel Air, MD 21014

    Call Website All Bel Air

  2. Ma & Pa Dog Park

    220 S Main St, Bel Air, MD 21014-3820

    Call Website All Bel Air

Bethesda 2

  1. Cabin John Dog Park

    10900 Westlake Dr., Bethesda, MD 20817

    Call Website All Bethesda

  2. Cabin John Regional Park

    10900 Westlake Dr, Bethesda, MD 20817

    Call Website All Bethesda

Boyds 2

  1. Black Hill Regional Park

    20930 Lake Ridge Dr, Boyds, MD 20841

    Call Website All Boyds

  2. Madra Training Field in Boyds Maryland

    21800 Slidell Rd, Boyds, MD 20841-9316

    Call All Boyds

Edgewater 2

  1. Edgewater Dog Park

    3399-3361 Glebe Heights Dr, Edgewater, MD 21037

    All Edgewater

  2. Loch Haven Dog Park

    Edgewater, MD

    All Edgewater

Gambrills 2

  1. Bell Branch Dog Park

    2400 Davidsonville Rd, Gambrills, MD 21054

    Call Website All Gambrills

  2. Davidsonville Dog Park

    2400 Davidsonville Rd, Gambrills, MD 21054

    All Gambrills

Ocean City 2

  1. dog park

    502 94th St Rear, Ocean City, MD 21842

    Call Website All Ocean City

  2. Ocean city dog playground

    600 94th St, Ocean City, MD 21842-4902

    Call All Ocean City

Reisterstown 2

  1. BARC Park at Hannah More

    12035 Reisterstown Rd, Reisterstown, MD 21136

    Call All Reisterstown

  2. BARC Park - Large Dog Area

    Reisterstown, MD 21136

    Call All Reisterstown

Silver Spring 2

  1. Wheaton Dog Park

    11710 Orebaugh Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20902-2865

    Daily sunrise-sunset

    Call Website All Silver Spring

  2. Ellsworth Park and Dog Park

    621 Ellsworth Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20910

    Call All Silver Spring

Abingdon 1

  1. Abingdon Dog Park

    3330 Abingdon Rd, Abingdon, MD 21009

    Call All Abingdon

BWI Airport 1

  1. Pet Relief Area

    Concourse E, BWI Airport, MD 21240

    All BWI Airport

Brunswick 1

  1. Brunswick Dog Park

    665 E Potomac St, Brunswick, MD 21716

    Call All Brunswick

Chestertown 1

  1. Chestertown Dog Park

    100 Schauber Rd, Chestertown, MD 21620

    All Chestertown

Cockeysville 1

  1. Loch Raven Trail

    10631 Pot Spring Rd, Cockeysville, MD 21030-3000

    All Cockeysville

Columbia 1

  1. Columbia Dog Park

    5901 Rivendell Ln, Columbia, MD 21044

    Call Website All Columbia

Dundalk 1

  1. WAGS Dog Park, Dundalk

    300 Willow Spring Rd, Dundalk, MD 21222

    Call All Dundalk

Ellicott City 1

  1. Worthington Off Leash Dog Park

    8170 Hillsborough Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043

    Daily sunrise-sunset

    Call Website All Ellicott City

Fort Meade 1

  1. Fort Meade Dog Park

    Fort Meade, MD 20755

    Call Website All Fort Meade

Frostburg 1

  1. Frostburg Dog Park

    Willow Dr, Frostburg, MD 21532

    Call All Frostburg

Gaithersburg 1

  1. Dog Exercise Area at Green Park

    251 Bickerstaff Way, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

    Call All Gaithersburg

Glen Burnie 1

  1. Tanyard Springs Dog Park

    Oriole Ave, Glen Burnie, MD 21060

    All Glen Burnie

Greenbelt 1

  1. Greenbelt Dog Park (Permit Only)

    7300 Hanover Dr, Greenbelt, MD 20770

    Sat-Sun 8am-8pm

    Call Website All Greenbelt

Havre De Grace 1

  1. K9 Cody Dog Park

    1008 Graceview Dr, Havre De Grace, MD 21078

    All Havre De Grace

Hyattsville 1

  1. Kentland Dog Park

    6432 Columbia Park Rd, Hyattsville, MD 20785

    Call All Hyattsville

Jefferson 1

  1. Sweetbay Farm Sniffspot (Reservations Required))

    3208 Sigler Rd, Jefferson, MD 21755

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater accessIndoorAgility equipment
    Website All Jefferson

Kensington 1

  1. Kensington Dog Run

    10450 Metropolitan Ave, Kensington, MD 20895

    All Kensington

Laurel 1

  1. Leo E Wilson Community Park - Dr Bruce Morley Dog Park

    15200 Laurelton Dr, Laurel, MD 20707

    Website All Laurel

Lexington Park 1

  1. Lancaster Park Dog Park

    Lancaster Park Dog Park, Lexington Park, MD 20653

    Call Website All Lexington Park

McHenry 1

  1. Garrett County Dog Park

    1249 Bumble Bee Rd, McHenry, MD 21541

    Call Website All McHenry

Middletown 1

  1. Wiles Branch Park Pavillion

    400 Knollside Pl, Middletown, MD 21769

    All Middletown

Mt Airy 1

  1. Mount Airy Dog Park

    615 Center St, Mt Airy, MD 21771-7459

    Call Website All Mt Airy

Oakland 1

  1. Oakland Dog Park

    27 Oakland Rosedale Rd, Oakland, MD 21550

    Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm

    Call Website All Oakland

Ocean Pines 1

  1. Ocean Pines Dog Park

    11443 Manklin Creek Rd, Ocean Pines, MD 21811

    All Ocean Pines

Owings Mills 1

  1. Owings Park Dog Park

    Owings Mills, MD 21117

    All Owings Mills

Oxford 1

  1. Play Ball Dog Park

    103 Jl Thompson Dr, Oxford, MD 21654

    All Oxford

Pasadena 1

  1. Downs Park Dog Beach

    8311 John Downs Loop, Pasadena, MD 21122

    Call All Pasadena

Perry Hall 1

  1. Perry Paw Dog Park - Members Only

    9033 Honeygo Blvd, Perry Hall, MD 21128

    Daily sunrise-sunset

    Call Website All Perry Hall

Poolesville 1

  1. Poolesville Dog Park

    Wootton Ave, Poolesville, MD 20837

    All Poolesville

Prince Frederick 1

  1. Grays Road Dog Park

    2695 Grays Rd, Prince Frederick, MD 20678

    Call All Prince Frederick

Riverdale 1

  1. Waggertail Dog Park

    6599 51st Ave, Riverdale, MD 20737

    Call All Riverdale

Severn 1

  1. Quail Run dog park

    Severn Tree Blvd, Severn, MD 21144

    Website All Severn

Stevensville 1

  1. Island Dog Park

    306 Church St, Stevensville, MD 21666

    Daily sunrise-sunset

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater accessAgility equipment
    Call Website All Stevensville

Sykesville 1

  1. South Carroll Dog Park

    5928 Mineral Hill Rd, Sykesville, MD 21784

    All Sykesville

Takoma Park 1

  1. Takoma Park Dog Park

    2 Darwin Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912

    Website All Takoma Park

Westminster 1

  1. Bennett Cerf Park

    400 Bennett Cerf Dr, Westminster, MD 21157

    Call All Westminster

Wheaton 1

  1. Dog Park in Wheaton Regional Park

    11710 Orebaugh Ave, Wheaton, MD 20902

    Call Website All Wheaton

White Plains 1

  1. White Plains Dog Park

    White Plains, MD 20602

    Call Website All White Plains
Check local rules before unleashing. Look for posted signage at the entrance regarding local license requirements, peak hours, and whether the space requires a paid permit or registration.

Also in Maryland

Good to know

What is the difference between a fully fenced park and an off-leash area?

Fully fenced parks use perimeter chain-link or wood fencing, often with double-gated entry airlocks to prevent dogs from escaping when people enter or leave. Designated off-leash areas may rely on natural boundaries, trails, or voice-control rules without complete physical fencing. If your dog is prone to bolting or lacks strong recall, a fully enclosed park is usually the safer choice.

Are dog parks free to use?

Most public municipal dog parks are free to enter and open during standard park hours. Some county reserves or specialized private parks require daily entrance fees, annual permits, or keycard access to ensure user registration and park maintenance. Expect day passes at private or pay-to-play parks to typically run between $5 and $15 per visit.

Do dog parks separate large and small dogs?

Many modern parks feature at least two distinct fenced sections: one reserved for dogs under 25 or 30 pounds and another for larger breeds. Smaller neighborhood runs or rustic trail areas might only offer a single shared space for all sizes. Checking park layouts in advance helps prevent accidental play conflicts between dogs of vastly different weights.

How long is a dog in heat?

A dog's heat cycle typically lasts for several weeks, averaging about three weeks in total. During this period, female dogs should be kept away from communal spaces across Maryland to avoid accidental breeding. Owners can explore 86 dog parks in Maryland to plan future visits once the cycle ends.

How long does a dog stay in heat?

Female dogs usually stay in heat for about three weeks, during which they can attract male dogs from significant distances. To ensure safety, restrict outdoor play to private, fully fenced yards throughout Maryland. Our guide lists 86 dog parks in Maryland for safe exercise options after the heat cycle completes.