55Nice, large fenced in yard. Very easy to find. Well maintained and clean, short grass, mix of sun and shade. Quiet and secure. Elvin and I had a great time playing with some of the toys, and he got to zoom around and sniff in a novel environment. There’s a hose to fill up the kiddie pools and water bowls, and there was even a towel hanging on the gate. The fence and gate are in great shape and very secure. I don’t think it’s a full 6 feet tall in all spots, in case that’s relevant for anyone with a determined fence breacher. (I’m 5’8” and it was not higher than me everywhere.) We were very happy with this spot and really appreciate the owners sharing it!Marilee A.
Marilee A.
September 2025
Nice, large fenced in yard. Very easy to find. Well maintained and clean, short grass, mix of sun and shade. Quiet and secure. Elvin and I had a great time playing with some of the toys, and he got to zoom around and sniff in a novel environment. There’s a hose to fill up the kiddie pools and water bowls, and there was even a towel hanging on the gate. The fence and gate are in great shape and very secure. I don’t think it’s a full 6 feet tall in all spots, in case that’s relevant for anyone with a determined fence breacher. (I’m 5’8” and it was not higher than me everywhere.) We were very happy with this spot and really appreciate the owners sharing it!
Honeybee Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill | Sniffspot
55Leena had a great time running around and exploring all the nooks and corners. Plenty of space to sprint. Alexi's property was clean and had lots of natural area options for her to get good some sniffs out 🐶 we will definitely be back!Audra W.
Audra W.
September 2025
Leena had a great time running around and exploring all the nooks and corners. Plenty of space to sprint. Alexi's property was clean and had lots of natural area options for her to get good some sniffs out 🐶 we will definitely be back!
Trahern's 13 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill | Sniffspot
55This was my first time using sniffspot, i really enjoyed the property and how friendly the host was. My pup had such a great time getting to swim he definitely missed doing that! Jobell P.
Jobell P.
September 2025
This was my first time using sniffspot, i really enjoyed the property and how friendly the host was. My pup had such a great time getting to swim he definitely missed doing that!
Alexi's 2 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill | Sniffspot
55Plenty of room to run and explore. Treats, toys, water, bags provided. We are so grateful for this particular Sniffspot because it’s just a few minutes away and it’s a safe space to run for my 70lb reactive rescue. He loves it!Melissa B.
Melissa B.
September 2025
Plenty of room to run and explore. Treats, toys, water, bags provided. We are so grateful for this particular Sniffspot because it’s just a few minutes away and it’s a safe space to run for my 70lb reactive rescue. He loves it!
Trahern's 13 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill | Sniffspot
55Loved it!! Yammy loved the lush grass and ran around in big circles about 500 times. she had a blast. she's not much of a swimmer but there is a nice pond on site Rachel H.
Rachel H.
September 2025
Loved it!! Yammy loved the lush grass and ran around in big circles about 500 times. she had a blast. she's not much of a swimmer but there is a nice pond on site
32 Acres of Chapel Hills and Hidden Trails | Sniffspot
55Host is gracious enough to walk us through the area and personally showed us the metes and bound of the spot. The spot is very huge and perfect for offleash activities. My boy is very natural with hiking the terrain and had been in and out of the pond. Since we were the last booking of the day, the host was very kind enough to let us stay as long as we want. Thank you very much! We will be back! Fatima G.
Fatima G.
August 2025
Host is gracious enough to walk us through the area and personally showed us the metes and bound of the spot. The spot is very huge and perfect for offleash activities. My boy is very natural with hiking the terrain and had been in and out of the pond. Since we were the last booking of the day, the host was very kind enough to let us stay as long as we want. Thank you very much! We will be back!
Alexi's 2 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill | Sniffspot
55Amazing property! Our dog loved all the space, nooks and crannies to run and explore. Lovely and quiet. I enjoyed walking and enjoying the beautiful wild flowers and nature as much as he did! 😍Kim C.
Kim C.
August 2025
Amazing property! Our dog loved all the space, nooks and crannies to run and explore. Lovely and quiet. I enjoyed walking and enjoying the beautiful wild flowers and nature as much as he did! 😍
Honeybee Private Dog Park In Chapel Hill | Sniffspot
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!
Honeybee 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!
32 Acres of Chapel Hills and Hidden Trails | 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!
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. 7% 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 318 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 531 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 318 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 19 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 Rainbow Trails.
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 61 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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