55We had a great time exploring Gregory’s beautiful property. We walked along the creek where our dog frolicked and had a blast. You make your own trail so to speak so wear suitable footwear. Looking forward to exploring it again, especially when the weather gets warmer and the creek is not as cold! our dog is quite reactive to other dogs and people so this was a perfect location for him to get natural enrichment off leash.Andrea G.
Andrea G.
January 2024
We had a great time exploring Gregory’s beautiful property. We walked along the creek where our dog frolicked and had a blast. You make your own trail so to speak so wear suitable footwear. Looking forward to exploring it again, especially when the weather gets warmer and the creek is not as cold! our dog is quite reactive to other dogs and people so this was a perfect location for him to get natural enrichment off leash.
55Gregory's property was exactly what we were looking for and he was extremely kind and accommodating. Our dogs ran their hearts out and swam in the creek while we hiked in the woods. Highly recommended for a great time outside with dogs and family.Carrie F.
Carrie F.
January 2024
Gregory's property was exactly what we were looking for and he was extremely kind and accommodating. Our dogs ran their hearts out and swam in the creek while we hiked in the woods. Highly recommended for a great time outside with dogs and family.
55This is a fantastic, quiet spot. My dog loved sniffing along the creek bed. We spent some time in the fenced in area too, which is very secure. Greg is the best host - it’s clear he loves his dogs and he is so accommodating. We’ll be back!Hannah T.
Hannah T.
January 2024
This is a fantastic, quiet spot. My dog loved sniffing along the creek bed. We spent some time in the fenced in area too, which is very secure. Greg is the best host - it’s clear he loves his dogs and he is so accommodating. We’ll be back!
55Gregory is very accommodating and kind. There are serene, beautiful views. Wear waterproof hiking boots to access the rest of the property behind the creek as there is not yet a bridge for crossing. It is more of an open-woods layout as opposed to hiking trails. Be aware there are visible neighboring houses and highway from the woods so if your dog is reactive it will be best to keep them on leash. I did encounter Gregory unexpectedly about an hour into our visit. The walkie talkie he gave me buzzed him accidentally and he thought I needed help so he came to find me. I was able to leash my dog quickly enough that nothing happened. Because of this (though well-intentioned) and the visible neighbors, I do not recommend this for aggressive or reactive dogs off leash. Brittani P.
Brittani P.
January 2024
Gregory is very accommodating and kind. There are serene, beautiful views. Wear waterproof hiking boots to access the rest of the property behind the creek as there is not yet a bridge for crossing. It is more of an open-woods layout as opposed to hiking trails. Be aware there are visible neighboring houses and highway from the woods so if your dog is reactive it will be best to keep them on leash. I did encounter Gregory unexpectedly about an hour into our visit. The walkie talkie he gave me buzzed him accidentally and he thought I needed help so he came to find me. I was able to leash my dog quickly enough that nothing happened. Because of this (though well-intentioned) and the visible neighbors, I do not recommend this for aggressive or reactive dogs off leash.
55The location is great and easy to find. Gregory was friendly and gave us a walkie talkie and map to use if we needed help during our visit. We didn’t walk the trails because our dogs enjoyed the creek but from what we could tell the trails are easy to see and seemed to go back into the woods quite a ways. Depending on where you hang out, it is near a road but there’s enough land that you don’t have to hang out near it. I definitely recommend this SniffSpot especially to those who have dogs that enjoy the woods, running, and are adventurous. Molly V.
Molly V.
January 2024
The location is great and easy to find. Gregory was friendly and gave us a walkie talkie and map to use if we needed help during our visit. We didn’t walk the trails because our dogs enjoyed the creek but from what we could tell the trails are easy to see and seemed to go back into the woods quite a ways. Depending on where you hang out, it is near a road but there’s enough land that you don’t have to hang out near it. I definitely recommend this SniffSpot especially to those who have dogs that enjoy the woods, running, and are adventurous.
55Our dogs had a BLAST here! It is a more “off the beaten track” kind of trial, so dress accordingly! Hiking clothes and waterproof shoes would be ideal. Allison R.
Allison R.
January 2024
Our dogs had a BLAST here! It is a more “off the beaten track” kind of trial, so dress accordingly! Hiking clothes and waterproof shoes would be ideal.
55This place was beautiful! It had rained a bit before we got there, and it was still just so magical. It was Rhea (pup) first time off the leash like that. I loved that we were safe and confined in a good way. Like zero fears. It was all just a great time! I can’t thank you enough! We WILL make this a monthly space for sure if not weekly. Amazing spot! Gregory C.
Gregory C.
January 2024
This place was beautiful! It had rained a bit before we got there, and it was still just so magical. It was Rhea (pup) first time off the leash like that. I loved that we were safe and confined in a good way. Like zero fears. It was all just a great time! I can’t thank you enough! We WILL make this a monthly space for sure if not weekly. Amazing spot!
55Beautiful, untamed woods along Morgan Creek. There are a couple of trails, but my pup and I enjoyed wandering through the woods exploring. The spots along the creek are lovely, and my water-loving girl enjoyed a swim. It is just off a road, so I don’t recommend if your dog’s recall isn’t great. There is a fenced in part with toys though.Kendra F.
Kendra F.
January 2024
Beautiful, untamed woods along Morgan Creek. There are a couple of trails, but my pup and I enjoyed wandering through the woods exploring. The spots along the creek are lovely, and my water-loving girl enjoyed a swim. It is just off a road, so I don’t recommend if your dog’s recall isn’t great. There is a fenced in part with toys though.
55Beautiful spot and our dogs had a great time! We will bring our water galoshes next time so we can cross the creek and see more! Thank you Gregory for being so kind and accommodating!Dawn P.
Dawn P.
February 2024
Beautiful spot and our dogs had a great time! We will bring our water galoshes next time so we can cross the creek and see more! Thank you Gregory for being so kind and accommodating!
55This is a great sniff spot if your dogs like to play in the creek! The land is being cleared so as of right now, you get to make your own path which was a lot of fun for my dogs, but be aware of mud if it's been raining.
This spot is more like an off-leash walk in the woods because it's unfenced, so if you're looking for a place to practice training their recall, this would be a good private spot. Greg the host is super friendly and helpful. Kelly G.
Kelly G.
February 2024
This is a great sniff spot if your dogs like to play in the creek! The land is being cleared so as of right now, you get to make your own path which was a lot of fun for my dogs, but be aware of mud if it's been raining.
This spot is more like an off-leash walk in the woods because it's unfenced, so if you're looking for a place to practice training their recall, this would be a good private spot. Greg the host is super friendly and helpful.
55Gregory is very accommodating with a fenced in and off leash areas. Bender and Henry had a great time! We were too busy having fun running in and out of the creek and chasing sticks to take pictures! Gregory has a hose to rinse paws before you get back in the car. Bring towels for the car, boots for yourself and have lots of fun!
We will be back! Picture is what Bender looks like after we get home which was the goal- High energy dog had a good time.Frances G.
Frances G.
February 2024
Gregory is very accommodating with a fenced in and off leash areas. Bender and Henry had a great time! We were too busy having fun running in and out of the creek and chasing sticks to take pictures! Gregory has a hose to rinse paws before you get back in the car. Bring towels for the car, boots for yourself and have lots of fun!
We will be back! Picture is what Bender looks like after we get home which was the goal- High energy dog had a good time.
55My Aussies had a blast playing in the stream and chasing the each other through the woods. Absolutely beautiful space. Gregory had fresh drinking water out, toys to play with, and let us use the hose to clean the mud off before we left. Wonderful spot!! Leah J.
Leah J.
February 2024
My Aussies had a blast playing in the stream and chasing the each other through the woods. Absolutely beautiful space. Gregory had fresh drinking water out, toys to play with, and let us use the hose to clean the mud off before we left. Wonderful spot!!
55We had such a great time! Our two german shepherds had a blast running off leash, swimming in the creek, and exploring new smells! Would recommend to anyone trying to give their high energy dogs a fun time. Would bring water shoes next time to be able to cross the creek! Thanks again. We will be back!Anna C.
Anna C.
February 2024
We had such a great time! Our two german shepherds had a blast running off leash, swimming in the creek, and exploring new smells! Would recommend to anyone trying to give their high energy dogs a fun time. Would bring water shoes next time to be able to cross the creek! Thanks again. We will be back!
55Super friendly host !! Gregory was more than inviting upon arrival and gave me a walkie talkie to have during my time there in case I needed to reach him. My dogs had an amazing time and had plenty of space to get all their zoomies out. Will definitely be returning to this location! Indra S.
Indra S.
March 2024
Super friendly host !! Gregory was more than inviting upon arrival and gave me a walkie talkie to have during my time there in case I needed to reach him. My dogs had an amazing time and had plenty of space to get all their zoomies out. Will definitely be returning to this location!
55Great piece of property! My german shepherds loved being off leash and swimming in the creek. Greg is a great host and very welcoming and accommodating.Anna C.
Anna C.
March 2024
Great piece of property! My german shepherds loved being off leash and swimming in the creek. Greg is a great host and very welcoming and accommodating.
55This was by far the BEST Sniffspot Iv been to so far, as long as your dogs recall well (it’s un fenced). There’s a creek, there’s woods, there’s a field, there’s peace and quiet, what more could you want?! Greg was a great host, made sure I new the layout of the land then sent me on my way! He even gave me a walkie talkie to get in touch with him if I needed to! I will definitely be back! It was just what I needed to get out and relax with my dogs! Mariesa M.
Mariesa M.
March 2024
This was by far the BEST Sniffspot Iv been to so far, as long as your dogs recall well (it’s un fenced). There’s a creek, there’s woods, there’s a field, there’s peace and quiet, what more could you want?! Greg was a great host, made sure I new the layout of the land then sent me on my way! He even gave me a walkie talkie to get in touch with him if I needed to! I will definitely be back! It was just what I needed to get out and relax with my dogs!
How do Chapel Hill's private dog hiking trails 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 dog hiking trails
Are dog hiking trails safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, inattentive owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than a city or county park. With a Sniffspot off-leash area 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. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. Our hiking trails tend to be outside the city, which lends to more privacy, but it is also important to follow typical hiking safety precautions, such as potentially having trail maps.
How do I know if a dog hiking trail works for my dog?
Sniffspot provides the tools to find the ideal spot. Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing 6 feet tall and distractions, to find a dog park with trails that works for your dog. You can also filter by size if you are looking for a certain acre park, an expansive off-leash dog park. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog hiking trails. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog hiking trails where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Since you are looking for trails, make sure to check photos to see if it the spot has flat trails or gnarly trails. You can also browse by specific amenities, if you are looking for a view or a beach, for instance, or other activities or fun features. You can check whether the spot has off or on street parking, the regular park hours, whether it has paved trails or a modern restroom.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog hiking trail?
In order to hike the trails, we require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not permit dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot hiking trail 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.
How much do Sniffspot hiking trails cost?
Dog hiking trails in the Chapel Hill area range from $6.0 and $6.0. The least expensive dog hiking trail is Lab Livin. The most expensive dog hiking trail is Lab Livin. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
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