55Five stars! David’s Sniffspot is absolutely amazing. The yard is massive and fully fenced, plenty of space for dogs to safely run, sniff, and explore. David thought of everything: water, toys, poop bags (even though I brought my own!), and a super welcoming atmosphere. My pup loved sniffing around and exploring every inch. It’s clear a lot of care went into creating this space. We’ll definitely be back!Brianna K.
Brianna K.
August 2025
Five stars! David’s Sniffspot is absolutely amazing. The yard is massive and fully fenced, plenty of space for dogs to safely run, sniff, and explore. David thought of everything: water, toys, poop bags (even though I brought my own!), and a super welcoming atmosphere. My pup loved sniffing around and exploring every inch. It’s clear a lot of care went into creating this space. We’ll definitely be back!
Trahern's 13 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill | Sniffspot
55Great for dogs who love swimming, and a great field for chasing balls! The hunting dogs do bark so keep that in mind if your dog is bothered by that. Erica G.
Erica G.
August 2025
Great for dogs who love swimming, and a great field for chasing balls! The hunting dogs do bark so keep that in mind if your dog is bothered by that.
Trahern's 13 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill | Sniffspot
55Awesome spot for the dogs! My two had the absolute best time running and swimming. Wasn’t buggy out or hard to find with instructions from home owner! Only advice is to check your pups for ticks when you get home as my long haired dog had one once we got back. She was wandering much more than the other pup and really went far out and explored so was bound to happen!darby w.
darby w.
August 2025
Awesome spot for the dogs! My two had the absolute best time running and swimming. Wasn’t buggy out or hard to find with instructions from home owner! Only advice is to check your pups for ticks when you get home as my long haired dog had one once we got back. She was wandering much more than the other pup and really went far out and explored so was bound to happen!
Michael's 32 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill | Sniffspot
55Wow! Beautiful spot, everything is well marked, maintained and easy to follow. Michael is very nice and welcoming. The dogs had a blast and we will absolutely be back! Keegan M.
Keegan M.
August 2025
Wow! Beautiful spot, everything is well marked, maintained and easy to follow. Michael is very nice and welcoming. The dogs had a blast and we will absolutely be back!
Trahern's 13 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill | Sniffspot
55Great pond! Dogs had a great time swimming. Was a little hard to find but owner was very responsive when called and helped us find our way. Even gave us extra time since we were late. Would definitely go againMary M.
Mary M.
August 2025
Great pond! Dogs had a great time swimming. Was a little hard to find but owner was very responsive when called and helped us find our way. Even gave us extra time since we were late. Would definitely go again
Alexi's 2 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill | Sniffspot
55Huge yard, our dogs had a blast running through all the plants and nooks here. They left out water, bug spray, and some toys for us too. Awesome spot!Aubrey J.
Aubrey J.
August 2025
Huge yard, our dogs had a blast running through all the plants and nooks here. They left out water, bug spray, and some toys for us too. Awesome spot!
Alexi's 2 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill | Sniffspot
55Great spot for me and my dog! Easy communication with host. Toys, treats and pick up bags provided. Beautiful property with lots of little foot paths and nooks for you and your dog to explore. Location was easy to find.Melissa B.
Melissa B.
August 2025
Great spot for me and my dog! Easy communication with host. Toys, treats and pick up bags provided. Beautiful property with lots of little foot paths and nooks for you and your dog to explore. Location was easy to find.
Honeybee Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill | Sniffspot
55We had a great time at honeybee dog park. We enjoyed running sniffing the towels, the water. The baby pool were all appreciated. It was clean pleasant and we will be back.Jen B.
Jen B.
August 2025
We had a great time at honeybee dog park. We enjoyed running sniffing the towels, the water. The baby pool were all appreciated. It was clean pleasant and we will be back.
Alexi's 2 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill | Sniffspot
55Amazing Sniffspot! My three pups loved the tall grasses and plants. They could have stayed all day exploring and playing. The owner was very friendly and communicative, leaving treats, toys, and a big bowl of fresh water for us. The spot was very secure and my dogs were so entranced with the spot that they didn't even notice anything outside the yard. Highly recommend this spot!Stacy B.
Stacy B.
August 2025
Amazing Sniffspot! My three pups loved the tall grasses and plants. They could have stayed all day exploring and playing. The owner was very friendly and communicative, leaving treats, toys, and a big bowl of fresh water for us. The spot was very secure and my dogs were so entranced with the spot that they didn't even notice anything outside the yard. Highly recommend this spot!
Alexi's 2 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill | Sniffspot
55This is a lovely space! It was large with plenty of space for dogs to explore plus a large open area for playing fetch and frisbee. The area is well cared for.
One caution, mentioned in the description, is that the area isn’t secure for smaller dogs. I thought we would be okay but my 20 pound doodle was able to walk through the fence with ease. He can back when I called so it wasn’t a problem, but something to consider. Bettejean C.
Bettejean C.
August 2025
This is a lovely space! It was large with plenty of space for dogs to explore plus a large open area for playing fetch and frisbee. The area is well cared for.
One caution, mentioned in the description, is that the area isn’t secure for smaller dogs. I thought we would be okay but my 20 pound doodle was able to walk through the fence with ease. He can back when I called so it wasn’t a problem, but something to consider.
Trahern's 13 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill | Sniffspot
55Absolutely wonderful property for dogs. Lots of trails, plenty of shade and the swimming pond was lovely. Host met me to orient me to the trials and spaces. We will be back!Kim S.
Kim S.
July 2025
Absolutely wonderful property for dogs. Lots of trails, plenty of shade and the swimming pond was lovely. Host met me to orient me to the trials and spaces. We will be back!
Honeybee Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill | Sniffspot
55What a wonderful spot with trees, toys, doggie bags/bin, water, drinking water, doggie pools, and a thoughtfully provided dog towel. There is a bench for two people under a tree with some balls and a chuck-it too. Maria F.
Maria F.
July 2025
What a wonderful spot with trees, toys, doggie bags/bin, water, drinking water, doggie pools, and a thoughtfully provided dog towel. There is a bench for two people under a tree with some balls and a chuck-it too.
How do Chapel Hill'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 Chapel Hill 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. 8% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Chapel Hill 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 312 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 521 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.
What is the best dog beach near Chapel Hill?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Chapel Hill is Spring Valley Lake Park. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Chapel Hill have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 312 fully fenced dog parks in or near Chapel Hill. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Chapel Hill?
The Chapel Hill area has 20 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 Sharee's Private Dog Park In Rougemont.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Chapel Hill?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Chapel Hill. The most popular agility option is Honeybee Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill.
Where in Chapel Hill can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Chapel Hill?
There are 60 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Chapel Hill where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Honeybee Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill.
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