55A very nice, fenced in yard and quiet neighborhood.
Loved the personal touch by the host of a cute welcome sign and cookies!!
Thanks so much!!
Dorie loved it🐾❤️Dottie P.
Dottie P.
February 2023
A very nice, fenced in yard and quiet neighborhood.
Loved the personal touch by the host of a cute welcome sign and cookies!!
Thanks so much!!
Dorie loved it🐾❤️
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55We had a blast! Easy to find, parking was right next to the gate, very clean, and had plenty of toys to play with. Will definitely visit again. Amanda C.
Amanda C.
March 2024
We had a blast! Easy to find, parking was right next to the gate, very clean, and had plenty of toys to play with. Will definitely visit again.
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55Easy to find and parking right next to the gated entrance. Owners are kind and I felt safe and comfortable. More than enough space for my dog to explore.Eve W.
Eve W.
April 2024
Easy to find and parking right next to the gated entrance. Owners are kind and I felt safe and comfortable. More than enough space for my dog to explore.
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55The place was clean and well kept. The owner was super friendly and introduced himself to us. There were toys and water setup as well. Will plan to be back! Jamie H.
Jamie H.
April 2024
The place was clean and well kept. The owner was super friendly and introduced himself to us. There were toys and water setup as well. Will plan to be back!
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55Very friendly staff. The environment was very welcoming for the dogs - lots of entertainment, and room to run around. Public restrooms on site and a cute little shop with dog accessories and treats. My dog had a blast and slept for the rest of the day! Nicole P.
Nicole P.
April 2024
Very friendly staff. The environment was very welcoming for the dogs - lots of entertainment, and room to run around. Public restrooms on site and a cute little shop with dog accessories and treats. My dog had a blast and slept for the rest of the day!
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55First time using Sniffspot and it was great. Easy in/out, plenty of parking, agility course items and toys. My pup was exhausted before the hour even finished. Richard B.
Richard B.
May 2024
First time using Sniffspot and it was great. Easy in/out, plenty of parking, agility course items and toys. My pup was exhausted before the hour even finished.
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55Second time being here and we love it! Sam had so much fun! He enjoyed playing catch and jumping through the obstacle! We will be back again :) Nia P.
Nia P.
May 2024
Second time being here and we love it! Sam had so much fun! He enjoyed playing catch and jumping through the obstacle! We will be back again :)
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55Perfect fenced space to let a teenage doberboy with selective recall have a romp—clean, spacious, and safe! He was exhausted by the time we left. Hope to be back!Rachel S.
Rachel S.
May 2024
Perfect fenced space to let a teenage doberboy with selective recall have a romp—clean, spacious, and safe! He was exhausted by the time we left. Hope to be back!
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55We have visited twice and each visit has been awesome! We have a golden retriever and a blue heeler/mix rescue dog who can be reactive with other dogs which limits where we can take him. I t was so nice to have him off leash and no worrying about other dogs that might come by. This spot is large enough to use the chuck it and he will fetch it and run after it the whole time. Our golden loves to explore and chase the frisbee. There are structures for them to climb on and run through. Also, there is enough shade and chairs so it is very comfortable on a warm day. We met the owner who was very personable and nice to talk to. I would highly recommend this Sniffspot!Kathleen F.
Kathleen F.
June 2024
We have visited twice and each visit has been awesome! We have a golden retriever and a blue heeler/mix rescue dog who can be reactive with other dogs which limits where we can take him. I t was so nice to have him off leash and no worrying about other dogs that might come by. This spot is large enough to use the chuck it and he will fetch it and run after it the whole time. Our golden loves to explore and chase the frisbee. There are structures for them to climb on and run through. Also, there is enough shade and chairs so it is very comfortable on a warm day. We met the owner who was very personable and nice to talk to. I would highly recommend this Sniffspot!
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55Always a great place!
Dorie and Cassidy very much enjoyed the well kept and clean play area.
Cassidy tried the agility items. Thank you!!
Great staff❤️🐾
Dottie P.
Dottie P.
July 2024
Always a great place!
Dorie and Cassidy very much enjoyed the well kept and clean play area.
Cassidy tried the agility items. Thank you!!
Great staff❤️🐾
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55Had a great time there with my 2 dogs and 2yr old daughter today for my first SniffSpot experience. Definitely be back and will be using the app more. James S.
James S.
July 2024
Had a great time there with my 2 dogs and 2yr old daughter today for my first SniffSpot experience. Definitely be back and will be using the app more.
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.
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
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.
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 our 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. 97% 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 171 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 34 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.
Does Durham have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 171 fully fenced dog parks in or near Durham. Browse all fully enclosed options.