Top public and private dog hiking trails in Raleigh, North Carolina

Rainbow Trails

Pre-made ATV trails, creeks, wetlands and a small river await exploring by you and your pup(s) while immersed in solitude and nature. We welcome you to our little peace of heaven backing up to the national watershed reserves and game-land. We offer parking on the side of our yard away from the house where you'll have access to 4+ acres of woods within our property, and trail entrances to the public water-shed/game-lands. ******We only open our Sniffspot during non-hunting seasons for safety purposes. ****** Our family has been hiking these same trails for 10+ years, and over 100's of times with our pups. We have been blessed with its wonderous beauty and the pure exhilaration our furry babies get being out there, doing what they love. We are happy to share our little peace of heaven with all the pups and kahu of the world who treasure the joy of running free in the forest.

20 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Stem, NC

Imagine Disneyland for your dog! We have 20 acres of open land, perfect for your furry friend to run and play. It's a secluded open-space forest where they can get plenty of exercise and even enjoy the nearby creek. I hope your pup enjoys this open forest as much as mine does! **Please be aware even though we try our best to maintain the fence between us and our neighbors property, there might be some new holes we have not had time to get to. It is recommended that your dog has good recall in case they get distracted by the neighbors’ horses or they are tempted to Go through a hole.

32 Acres of Chapel Hills and Hidden Trails

Secluded property in the countryside of Chapel Hill. There are two miles of wooded trails with open fields and a pond. Go for a walk in the shaded woods, through the Charlie Brown Christmas tree field or by the wild flowers on the way to the farm pond. Relax at one of the 3 fire pits or take cover at the porch of the carriage house where it all starts and ends.

Country Fun Near Brier Creek

** Hours Will Be Very Limited ** If you want the chance to let your dog(s) off leash in a rural setting and live near Brier Creek in the Raleigh/Durham I area then this is the place for you! Great spot to have fun! Numerous walking trails. We have limited availability. As a result, it can be difficult at times to get a reservation. Happy to answer any questions in advance of your visit. Hope you are able to come out soon!

Buffaloe Road Athletic Park

Buffaloe Road Athletic Park in Raleigh, North Carolina is a dog-friendly park with amenities such as tables, indoor restrooms, fields, and trails. The park is open from 6 AM to 8 PM every day of the week. Visitors can bring their small dogs to enjoy the outdoor space. For more information, visit raleighnc.gov or contact the park at 919-996-5600 or planning@raleighnc.gov.

Park hours: 6 AM–8 PM 7 days per Week

Mimms's 25 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Angier

Hidden River Farm is a 40 plus acre paradise for humans and dogs. We opened our organic orchard 6 years ago and it operates annually from June to October. So we have decided to try to open it up for use year around if possible. We welcome folks to bring their dogs out to run, retrieve, train or just play for awhile to get the energy out. There is an abundance of land. We offer a picnic area with table and chairs. Both tables offer umbrellas for shade if needed. We have water spigots so that the dogs can have clean drinking water. We also are breeders of Champion Labrador Retrievers. We have chickens, ducks, donkeys, horse and more. We are a working farm that believes sharing is a great thing these days.

Lake Benson Dog Park

Lake Benson Dog Park, located in Garner, North Carolina, is a small dog-friendly park with amenities such as dog drinking water, tables, and a nearby lake or pond for dogs to cool off in. The park also features a trail for dogs and their owners to enjoy. For more information or to contact the park, you can call 919-772-4688 or email garnerprcr@garnernc.gov.

Jack Smith Park

Jack Smith Park, located at 9725 Penny Rd in Raleigh, North Carolina, is a dog-friendly park with amenities including a field, trail, and indoor restroom. The park caters to small dogs and provides drinking water for pets. For more information, visit carync.gov or contact the park at 919-469-4061 or williams@carync.gov.

Stoney Creek Park

Stoney Creek Park in Goldsboro, North Carolina, is a popular dog park located at 2200 Ash St. It offers amenities such as an indoor restroom and a trail for dogs to enjoy. The park is open from 7 AM to 9 PM, seven days a week. Visitors can reach the park at 919-739-7480 for more information or inquiries.

Park hours: 7 AM–9 PM 7 days per Week

Molly's 5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Holly Springs

Kaitlyn's 10 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Lillington

Heather's Private Dog Park In Apex

Nice wide open area

Meghan's 5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Cameron

Tamara's Private Dog Park In Roxboro

Beautiful 10 acres of open field yet private. Set back from the road. Large pond. Wooded trail with relaxing stream.

Steven's Private Dog Park In Henderson

It's off the main highway it's grass areas abd wooded with trails to walk your dog or just let him/ her run and enjoy. Don't have to worry about any traffic,it's a creek that runs threw property,we clean up any poop the dog does and it's a very safe place