55Absolutely lovely spot ! Plenty of toys to play with and Greta loved exploring the agility equipment. Super spacious and clean. Would love to return next time we are in the area :) Nikki S.
Nikki S.
January 2025
Absolutely lovely spot ! Plenty of toys to play with and Greta loved exploring the agility equipment. Super spacious and clean. Would love to return next time we are in the area :)
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55My dogs LOVE this spot, especially the agility course. Clean, well maintained at a great price.
My pups come home tired and well exercised. Christina M.
Christina M.
December 2024
My dogs LOVE this spot, especially the agility course. Clean, well maintained at a great price.
My pups come home tired and well exercised.
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55Well designed entrance gates. A large site with a variety of small ledges and flat areas. Sturdy fencing. My rescue dog is easily aggravated by barking dogs but we had no such problems at Larkins. Limited toys and water so bring your own. We visited twice from out-of -state with two other family dogs. Highly recommended Paula H.
Paula H.
November 2024
Well designed entrance gates. A large site with a variety of small ledges and flat areas. Sturdy fencing. My rescue dog is easily aggravated by barking dogs but we had no such problems at Larkins. Limited toys and water so bring your own. We visited twice from out-of -state with two other family dogs. Highly recommended
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55Nice safe fenced in spot for my pup to get out all his energy. There were toys to play fetch with, and to climb on over and through. Five stars!Diane D.
Diane D.
October 2024
Nice safe fenced in spot for my pup to get out all his energy. There were toys to play fetch with, and to climb on over and through. Five stars!
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55We brought our two dogs and they had a great time. It was fun for our Vizsla who’s had some agility training. Our little dog that isn’t social with most other dogs enjoyed it so much. We’ll go again with my sister’s dog when she visits. No complaints!!!! So fun.Ruhama K.
Ruhama K.
October 2024
We brought our two dogs and they had a great time. It was fun for our Vizsla who’s had some agility training. Our little dog that isn’t social with most other dogs enjoyed it so much. We’ll go again with my sister’s dog when she visits. No complaints!!!! So fun.
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55Great place to let our pups run and get some energy out! The fully fenced in yard was the perfect size, and there was a selection of different toys for the dogs to play with! Will definitely be coming back!Meghan L.
Meghan L.
October 2024
Great place to let our pups run and get some energy out! The fully fenced in yard was the perfect size, and there was a selection of different toys for the dogs to play with! Will definitely be coming back!
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55Perfect place for off leash interaction! Cleaner than a dog park, private and plenty to do. Agility gear is great, toys for fetch and plenty of room to run. My beagle says it's a Sniffer Paradise! Trisha A.
Trisha A.
September 2024
Perfect place for off leash interaction! Cleaner than a dog park, private and plenty to do. Agility gear is great, toys for fetch and plenty of room to run. My beagle says it's a Sniffer Paradise!
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55This was my fist sniffspot and the dogs loved it. Plenty of space to run or walk around in and plenty of shade to rest in. My dogs could care less about the boarding dogs barking, no issue for us. Lots of fun for them, thanks for sharing your place, we'll be back.Lisa B.
Lisa B.
August 2024
This was my fist sniffspot and the dogs loved it. Plenty of space to run or walk around in and plenty of shade to rest in. My dogs could care less about the boarding dogs barking, no issue for us. Lots of fun for them, thanks for sharing your place, we'll be back.
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55First time visit to a Sniffspot with my lab mix and it was a great place for him to run. There is plenty of shade,toys and agility equipment. Will definitely be returningJoanne D.
Joanne D.
August 2024
First time visit to a Sniffspot with my lab mix and it was a great place for him to run. There is plenty of shade,toys and agility equipment. Will definitely be returning
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55Larkins Run is a beautiful place and very well taken care of. It’s a relief that I have a place to bring my dog whenever I want so she can run around and relax off leash.
Today it was very hot so she only ran around a bit but she still enjoyed herself. She walked through the agility course, (too hot to run) and chased about 3 or 4 balls. Then took a slow stroll around the perimeter of the park. We brought water and treats so she relaxed in the shade after all that. Great place to bring your dog if you live in a condo or apt. Mitzi A.
Mitzi A.
August 2024
Larkins Run is a beautiful place and very well taken care of. It’s a relief that I have a place to bring my dog whenever I want so she can run around and relax off leash.
Today it was very hot so she only ran around a bit but she still enjoyed herself. She walked through the agility course, (too hot to run) and chased about 3 or 4 balls. Then took a slow stroll around the perimeter of the park. We brought water and treats so she relaxed in the shade after all that. Great place to bring your dog if you live in a condo or apt.
How do Durham'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 Durham 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. 10% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Durham 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 253 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 575 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.
Sniffspot has 253 fully fenced dog parks in or near Durham. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Durham?
The Durham area has 23 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 Private old colonial farm in Ledyard.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Durham?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Durham. The most popular agility option is River View Sensory Park 🌼.
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