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Dog parks -- a great place to have fun with your pup and to meet fellow pet lovers.
Below is a list of local dog parks throughout the Triangle and Triad area for you and your pups to enjoy.
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Dog parks aren’t just about exercise – they’re about building friendships, too! For dogs, these parks are like their own social club where they can run, wrestle, and chase their favorite pals every day. Many dogs get to know their regular playmates, forming bonds that make each visit an exciting reunion. You’ll often see the same groups of dogs joyfully greeting each other, tails wagging wildly as they dive into playtime.
But it’s not just the dogs who benefit – owners also get the chance to connect while their pups play. Whether it’s chatting about training tips, recommending the best local groomers, or just laughing at their dogs’ silly antics, dog lovers naturally bond over their shared experiences. Many even coordinate visits so their dogs can see their favorite friends more often.
And don’t worry if your pup is new, most dogs are eager to welcome a new playmate into the pack! Plus, many parks have separate sections for small and large dogs, ensuring a fun and safe experience for everyone. At the end of the day, dog parks are more than just a place to run – they’re a place where tails wag, friendships grow, and every visit feels like a mini reunion.
General Rules for Dog Parks
Here is a list of the most common rules for dog parks. Some parks have unique rules and require your dog to be registered with the town it is located in, so always check before you go.
• Dogs must be leashed when entering and leaving the dog park
• Dogs must be healthy, spayed or neutered, and fully vaccinated
• Clean up after your dog
• Stop dogs from digging and if they do dig, fill in holes
• Remove choke, prong, pinch, or spike collars
• Closely supervise children under the age of 12
• Aggressive or uncontrollable dogs aren’t allowed
• Puppies younger than four months are not allowed
• Most parks are open sunrise to sunset
You need a dog park pass and must register each dog annually. When you register, you’ll receive a key card that unlocks the gates leading into the dog parks. Additional key cards can be purchased for $10 a card.
Hunter Street Park: 1250 Ambergate Station
Dog Park Features: 2 acre park, fenced and lighted. Pet waste stations. Separate sections for small dogs and for large dogs. Shade gazebos and benches, water fountains and wood chips for ground cover.
Apex Nature Park: 2600 Evans Rd.
Enjoy some off-leash time at the 2-acre dog park at Apex Nature Park in Apex, NC! Here, dogs can play in one of the two separate fenced-in sections for small and large dogs. This park also features pet waste stations, shade gazebos, benches and water fountains. Note that registration is required before visiting this space.
Jiggs Askew Memorial Park: 1333 Overbrook Road, Burlington
The Jiggs Askew Memorial Bark Park is located off of Kitchen Street in Burlington City Park, behind the YMCA. It sits on approximately two acres of fenced-in land with two separated areas, one for smaller and older dogs and the other for larger dogs. Nicely landscaped areas with benches are found throughout the park for dog owners, as well as, access to water for the dogs.
Pet owners can purchase an annual membership or a day pass.
Jack Smith Park: 9725 Penny Road, Raleigh (Town of Cary)
Passes can be purchased for this off-leash dog park at any of the Town’s community centers. The passes are valid for Jack Smith Park and Godbold Dog Parks. The Dog Park will be closed the second Wednesday of each month from 7 a.m. to noon for monthly maintenance.
Robert V. Godbold Park: NW Maynard Road, Cary, NC 27513
Robert V. Godbold Park is like multiple parks in one! It features tennis courts, basketball courts, a playground, and trails. It’s also home to a dog park for our four-legged, furry friends and Cary Action Sports for bike and skate enthusiasts!
Homestead Dog Park: 100 Aquatic Dr.
Your dog can run and play without a leash in this 20,000 square foot enclosed area in Homestead Park. The dog park is entered through a double gate to ensure safe release of dogs from leashes. Separate small and large dog areas. The fence is 5 feet high to prevent dogs from escaping. Water and waste mitts are available.
Southern Community Dog Park: 1000 Dogwood Acres Drive
Come visit our newest dog park at Southern Community Park. The approximate 2-acre dog park has water, a small dog area and will be split 50/50 shaded and sunny. Waste mitts are available.
East Clayton Dog Park: 715 Amelia Church Road
Your four-legged family members will be in heaven at this park! We have about three acres of leash-free play area. We have two enclosed areas – one for small dogs and the other one is for large dogs.
Downtown Durham Dog Park: 304 Elliot St.
Downtown Durham Dog Park (located on the corner of Roxboro and Elliott Streets) features separate enclosed areas for small dogs and large dogs, benches and waste dispensers. The dog park will close for monthly maintenance on the First Tuesday of each month. It will reopen by 9 a.m. the following day.
PetSafe® Dog Park located at Duke Park: 106 West Knox St. (Duke Park)
The PetSafe® Dog Park located at Duke Park features two separate enclosed areas – a small dog area and a large dog area. Amenities within the dog park include waste bag dispensers and benches.
Piney Wood Dog Park: 400 E. Woodcroft Pkwy.
Piney Wood Dog Park located at 400 E. Woodcroft Parkway features four separate enclosed areas – a small dog area, large dog area, program area and entrance area. Amenities include water fountains, waste bag dispensers, benches and a kiosk.
Rock Quarry Dog Park: 701 Stadium Dr.
Rock Quarry Dog Park has officially opened its gates to the public. This brand-new dog park serves as a remarkable replacement for the Northgate Dog Park. The dog park is located along the Rock Quarry Spur Trail in the large wooded area along the east side of the trail. The project reached its completion in late Spring 2023. So, dog owners and their canine companions, rejoice!
Fuquay-Varina Downtown Dog Park: 110 Woodland Dr.
This recreation area, located in Fuquay-Varina, NC, features 8 acres of grassy areas, benches, waste stations, and separate space for large and small dogs.
Lake Benson Dog Park: 921 Buffaloe Road (Lake Benson Park)
The Lake Benson Dog Park is a divided dog park, separating small dogs (25 lbs and under) and large dogs (26 lbs and over). Both dog areas have mulched surfaces.
North Garner Dog Park: 221 East Garner Road
Location: Garner Recreational Park
The North Garner Dog Park is a mulched park open to both small- and large-breed dogs.
Dog Park at LeBauer Park: 208 N Davie Street, Greensboro
This recreation area includes pet enrichment activities and accommodates around 30 small- to medium-sized dogs and their owners.
Dog Park at Southwest Park: 6309 SW Park Drive, Greensboro
This 2.5-acre fenced-in recreation area features agility equipment, water fountains, and separate spaces for small and large dogs.
Dog Park at Griffin Park: 5301 Hilltop Road, Greensboro
Home to a two-acre fenced-in dog park that offers separate spaces for small and large dogs. Follow the paved path from the parking lot to Griffin Recreation Center.
Stephen M. Hussey BarkPark at Country Park: 3905 Nathanael Green Drive, Greensboro
This 6.0-acre recreation space for pups is divided into three separate fenced-in areas, lots A, B and C. Once Fido is done playing in the dog park, he is welcome to join you in roaming the larger community space; just ensure he remains leashed.
Dog Park at Gold Park: 415 Dimmocks Mill, Hillsborough
This recreation space includes separate fenced areas for large and small dogs to socialize. In addition to the dog area, the park also includes a multi-purpose field, playground equipment, picnic structures, and a little less than half a mile of Riverwalk.
Dog Park at Sugg Farm: 2401 Grigsby Avenue
With an acre to run and play, the off-leash Dog Park at Sugg Farm in Holly Springs, NC, is a great spot for your pups to exercise and socialize. There are separate areas for large and small dogs. There is no fee to use the dog park and it’s open daily.
Vivian F. Bennett Memorial Dog Park: 702 W Mountain Street
Vivian F. Bennett Memorial Dog Park is an off-leash recreation area in July Park in Kernersville, NC. This park includes a separate area for small dogs, a watering station and waste disposal bags.
Ashley Wilder Dog Park at Knightdale Station Park: 716 N First Ave.
This dog park features separate gated areas to allow your dog off-leash so that the little dogs (under 25 lbs) and bigger dogs (over 25 lbs) can feel free to be as comfortable and happy as physically possible.
Dog Park at Knight Farm Community Park: 362 Vine Pkwy
The off-leash area features two designated sections for large and small dogs. The surface area is filled with wood chips for your four-legged companion. A restroom is also on site.
Carolina Pines: 2305 Lake Wheeler Rd
Pets will love socializing off-leash at the fenced-in dog park at Carolina Pines Park in Raleigh, NC. This recreation area offers shade and drinking water to keep your pup cool while playing. Two separate spaces provide play areas for dogs of all abilities and elderly, infirm, small or shy dogs.
Dix Park: 1800 Umstead Drive
Dogs and their owners are invited to run, romp, and relax at our off-leash dog park. The large grass-covered dog park has separate areas for small and large dogs. A water station is available for people and pets.
Jaycee Park: 2405 Wade Ave
Located just south of the parking area on Wade Ave, close to the playgrounds and tennis courts, is the off-leash dog run in Jaycee Park. This Raleigh, NC, recreation area features an accessible sidewalk, ample parking, benches, trash cans and a dog waste station. Fido must remain leashed when outside the run in the community park.
Kiwanis Park: 2525 Noble Road
Amenities include benches, wood chips, and disposable waste bag dispensers.
Millbrook Exchange Park: 1905 Spring Forest Road, Raleigh, NC 27615
Raleigh’s oldest dog park opened in April 2003 where dogs can roam free off leash. This park is free to the public with drinking fountains for both dogs and humans. There are shade structures, fenced areas for both large and small dogs, picnic tables and benches, agility equipment, features a wood chip base, and lights are provided at night.
North Hills: 100 Saint Albans Drive
North Hills Dog Park in Raleigh, NC welcomes Fido to enjoy some exercise and fresh air at this 9,500 square-foot fenced park. Pups can spend some time off leash exploring the mulch-covered terrain or relaxing in the shade. Amenities include benches and waste receptacles, but water isn’t available on site so be sure to bring some for Fido.
Oakwood Location: 910 Brookside Drive, Raleigh, NC 27604
Dogs can roam free off-leash in fenced-in areas for both large and small dogs. This park is open from sunrise to sunset and free to the public year-round. This dog park officially opened in June of 2006.
Lee County Dog Park at Sloan Park: 1550 Bragg Street
Located just south of the parking area on Wade Ave, close to the playgrounds and tennis courts, is the off-leash dog run in Jaycee Park. This Raleigh, NC, recreation area features an accessible sidewalk, ample parking, benches, trash cans and a dog waste station.
Flaherty Dog Park: 1100 N White St.
The park is approximately two acres and is located adjacent to the baseball and softball fields. It features a 5′ high chain link fence, paved entrance and double gated entry, grass, picnic tables, water stations and pet cleanup stations. Note the park is closed for cleaning and maintenance on weekdays between 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM.
K9 Corral Wendell Dog Park: 601 W 3rd St.
This fenced dog park offers plenty of open space for pups to expend some of their energy. The park features a separate small dog section, trees, agility obstacles, waste bags, waste receptacles and benches.
Tucker’s Tap Yard: 1010 N Liberty St.
Tucker’s Tap Yard is an off-leash dog park and bar catering to both humans and their pups in Winston-Salem, NC. Fido will love the 12,000 square-foot indoor/outdoor space. Two-legged visitors can enjoy a bar serving wine, beer, local taps and cocktails. Dogs must be registered members prior to playtime. Tucker’s Tap Yard requires proof of certain vaccinations. Dogs 12 months and older must be spayed or neutered.
Dog Park at Washington Park: 1490 Broad St S, Wi
This popular Winston-Salem, NC, recreation area features a fenced-in space for pups to socialize. There are separate areas for small and large dogs, picnic tables and a doggie water fountain.
Dog Park at Nelson Malloy Park: 2625 Bethabara Rd.
Features separate off-leash areas for large and small dogs. Both sections are spacious and secure, allowing pups to run freely and safely. Each area is equipped with a variety of agility equipment tailored to different sizes, providing a fun and active environment for dogs of all breeds.
