55Really great land that my pup and his friend LOVED. So much open space with lots of room for good running and good sniffs. Will most definitely be back!Ingrid K.
Ingrid K.
January 2021
Really great land that my pup and his friend LOVED. So much open space with lots of room for good running and good sniffs. Will most definitely be back!
55The property was exactly as described . . . just beautiful. Plenty of room for our two to romp and play. They had so much fun running, sniffing, splashing, and just being dogs.Antonette B.
Antonette B.
January 2021
The property was exactly as described . . . just beautiful. Plenty of room for our two to romp and play. They had so much fun running, sniffing, splashing, and just being dogs.
55Our dogs had a blast! We played fetch and ran around for an hour on this beautiful piece of land. Needless to say, they passed out on the way home. The tree lines allow for privacy from the bordering walking trail. If you're worried about the lack of fencing, we found that the back corner was a great secure spot to be with our dogs - especially because recall is not our aussie's strong suit and he LOVES squirrels. That specific area gave us comfort in that regard.
I noticed some neighborhood kids who were about to go play in the area (the land extends behind the neighboring houses) but when they saw us and our dogs, one kid said "hey guys we can't go back there now, there are some people with dogs!" It's nice to know that the owners communicated with their neighbors about their land being a sniffspot. 12/10 would recommend!Kara D.
Kara D.
January 2021
Our dogs had a blast! We played fetch and ran around for an hour on this beautiful piece of land. Needless to say, they passed out on the way home. The tree lines allow for privacy from the bordering walking trail. If you're worried about the lack of fencing, we found that the back corner was a great secure spot to be with our dogs - especially because recall is not our aussie's strong suit and he LOVES squirrels. That specific area gave us comfort in that regard.
I noticed some neighborhood kids who were about to go play in the area (the land extends behind the neighboring houses) but when they saw us and our dogs, one kid said "hey guys we can't go back there now, there are some people with dogs!" It's nice to know that the owners communicated with their neighbors about their land being a sniffspot. 12/10 would recommend!
55First visit today. My husband and two daughters brought our GSP pup (who’s almost six months old). We all wanted to get outside, and this was just the escape we needed.
While my daughters got on the trampoline and tree swing, my husband and I kept eyes on them while playing fetch, chase, and exploring with our pup. The openness of the property is ideal. We did walk the property first with our pup on a long lead to get a feel for potential escape routes and gauge his flight risk. He has good recall so we let him run after he settled. There are definitely areas where a runner can escape, so use caution if your dog isn’t good with recall.
This was a great first experience with SniffSpot. And since this property is so close to our neighborhood, we will definitely be back. Rachel H.
Rachel H.
January 2021
First visit today. My husband and two daughters brought our GSP pup (who’s almost six months old). We all wanted to get outside, and this was just the escape we needed.
While my daughters got on the trampoline and tree swing, my husband and I kept eyes on them while playing fetch, chase, and exploring with our pup. The openness of the property is ideal. We did walk the property first with our pup on a long lead to get a feel for potential escape routes and gauge his flight risk. He has good recall so we let him run after he settled. There are definitely areas where a runner can escape, so use caution if your dog isn’t good with recall.
This was a great first experience with SniffSpot. And since this property is so close to our neighborhood, we will definitely be back.
55To say our pups were “happy” was an understatement - this was a dream come true, for them and for us watching them! Lola got to play with her best friend Ghost in a spot with endless sniffs, dirt to roll in, and a creek to explore. This spot has set the bar high for sniff spots going forward. Thank you to the hosts for opening up there beautiful land to us from the city! Nicolette G.
Nicolette G.
January 2021
To say our pups were “happy” was an understatement - this was a dream come true, for them and for us watching them! Lola got to play with her best friend Ghost in a spot with endless sniffs, dirt to roll in, and a creek to explore. This spot has set the bar high for sniff spots going forward. Thank you to the hosts for opening up there beautiful land to us from the city!
55As soon as our dog saw all the area in front of her that she had to explore she started doing zoomies! We made a game out of going back and forth over the very sturdy and very accommodating bridges that were made. We found a few leftover toys that she spent her time playing with. I love that there’s a little bit of everything - a little bit of dirt, a little bit of tall grass, and a little bit of brush to run through and explore. The area is even so I could see my dog wherever she went! Tiffany M.
Tiffany M.
January 2021
As soon as our dog saw all the area in front of her that she had to explore she started doing zoomies! We made a game out of going back and forth over the very sturdy and very accommodating bridges that were made. We found a few leftover toys that she spent her time playing with. I love that there’s a little bit of everything - a little bit of dirt, a little bit of tall grass, and a little bit of brush to run through and explore. The area is even so I could see my dog wherever she went!
55First time using SniffSpot and visiting this location, and it was a great experience all around! We really enjoyed the variety of the property. The rain was holding off and it was quick & easy to extend our visit by 30 minutes. We will definitely be back! Christine W.
Christine W.
January 2021
First time using SniffSpot and visiting this location, and it was a great experience all around! We really enjoyed the variety of the property. The rain was holding off and it was quick & easy to extend our visit by 30 minutes. We will definitely be back!
55Another great experience for all! My two dogs and my son all love roaming and exploring the fields. We have to cross all the bridges and checkout out the creek everytime. It is nicely secured so I feel confident letting my pups wonder and follow their noses. What a wonderful afternoon. Ashley L.
Ashley L.
March 2021
Another great experience for all! My two dogs and my son all love roaming and exploring the fields. We have to cross all the bridges and checkout out the creek everytime. It is nicely secured so I feel confident letting my pups wonder and follow their noses. What a wonderful afternoon.
55Jake had a great time running around! He thought he was going to be brave and climb down into the creek, but he came to his senses. Tons of room for dogs to run, would also be a great place to picnic. We did see dogs and people on the trail, but he was unable to find a way to get to them (not for lack of trying). Fell asleep as soon as we got home! Good day in the books.Melanie E.
Melanie E.
March 2021
Jake had a great time running around! He thought he was going to be brave and climb down into the creek, but he came to his senses. Tons of room for dogs to run, would also be a great place to picnic. We did see dogs and people on the trail, but he was unable to find a way to get to them (not for lack of trying). Fell asleep as soon as we got home! Good day in the books.
55One of the many great things about this spot is that my dogs play and play in water, but they are never muddy! There is so much grass and clover so it does not get muddy! wear your rain boots, mute your phone, and enjoy!Holly H.
Holly H.
March 2021
One of the many great things about this spot is that my dogs play and play in water, but they are never muddy! There is so much grass and clover so it does not get muddy! wear your rain boots, mute your phone, and enjoy!
55Such a great spot! It was such a calm and beautiful location with the stream running through and lots of space to run and sniff. I look forward to visiting again soon!Becca F.
Becca F.
April 2021
Such a great spot! It was such a calm and beautiful location with the stream running through and lots of space to run and sniff. I look forward to visiting again soon!
55Such a great time! My dogs were filthy because they loved getting in and out of the creek, but that’s what it’s all about. Will definitely be making this a monthly thing! One of my dogs has good recall so she was completely off leash, but my other is an escape artist so we kept him on a long line (recommend this if your dog doesn’t have great recall as there are some spots that aren’t completely fenced). Kaley S.
Kaley S.
April 2021
Such a great time! My dogs were filthy because they loved getting in and out of the creek, but that’s what it’s all about. Will definitely be making this a monthly thing! One of my dogs has good recall so she was completely off leash, but my other is an escape artist so we kept him on a long line (recommend this if your dog doesn’t have great recall as there are some spots that aren’t completely fenced).
55Such a great find! The pups loved their free roaming time and I enjoyed the swings and trampoline. I look forward to making this a regular outing and booking multiple hours. Garron A.
Garron A.
April 2021
Such a great find! The pups loved their free roaming time and I enjoyed the swings and trampoline. I look forward to making this a regular outing and booking multiple hours.
55My pups had such a blast! Incredible place where I could sit and read have a mini mental getaway while the pups ran their little hearts out. Thank you!!Jill G.
Jill G.
April 2021
My pups had such a blast! Incredible place where I could sit and read have a mini mental getaway while the pups ran their little hearts out. Thank you!!
55super clean awesoke big open spaces bit also little pockets to explore. dog LOVED it! cant wait to bring my other dog next time, too!Andrea M.
Andrea M.
April 2021
super clean awesoke big open spaces bit also little pockets to explore. dog LOVED it! cant wait to bring my other dog next time, too!
How do Chapel Hill's private small 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 our Chapel Hill small dog parks
Are small 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 are 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 park users so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars.
How can I find small dog parks in Chapel Hill?
There are 97 small dog parks in the Chapel Hill area. The most popular small dog park is . You can browse all of our small dog parks here.
How do I know if a small dog park works for my dog?
Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your furry friends. If your dog doesn't respond to owner commands, you can visit one of our enclosed dog park areas. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our small dog park sites where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can see any park amenities provided, including a park bench, water for dogs or water features such as kiddie pool or water hose. If your dog loves water, you can go to a park with water features, but if they don't love water, you can avoid them. We also recommend reading reviews to check for park maintenance issues and reaching out to the host with any questions. And lastly, of course, check park hours. Many of our parks are open from dawn until dusk.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot park?
We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that owners sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. We also require that pet owners follow safety protocols around water features.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot park at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.
If you are planning an amazing small dog park party, each Sniffspot park has their own rules regarding special events. Many parks allow doggie birthday parties, training, water parties and other event types. Event organizers need to be responsible for their guests and event organizers should coordinate with the host regarding their fun party. Make sure the park has amenities you need for your party, such as a park with lots of picnic tables with park benches.
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