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Chapel HillNorth Carolina27516US
516
55Nice shady visit on a warm day! We look forward to rain, and seeing water in the small stream bed
55Both our dogs loves the freedom of being able to run around off leash! Not to mention the awesome plant nursery to stop and shop at on the way out - we will be back!
55This place is great! We had such a lovely time. There are different trails and lots of woods for furry friends to explore!
55This is such a wonderful spot! My dogs had the best time exploring the trails. Very clean plenty of water at two different spots as well as trash cans. Can’t wait to visit again.
55Our favorite spot yet! Our girls had a blast running and exploring. Loved the benches and the clear markings on the fence. The amenities like the Dog Wands and the inset repellent were nice touches.
55Wonderful spot to explore! We had a great time walking the trails and the dogs were grateful for the water options. Extra reassuring with a fenced in area. We loved it and will be back!
55Beautiful place, my labs loved it
55The trail was nice and cleared very easy to walk on! The dogs very much appreciated the two water zones. The fence was nice and secure so I felt comfortable letting my dogs go as far as they wanted.
55Wonderful spot! The two giant water bowls spaced apart on the trails was a bonus. We brought bug spray but host provides as well. (You’ll definitely need this in the summer - it’s the woods!) We especially loved how the perimeter fencing was marked throughout; very helpful. Trails are great: a nice variety of features, including places to sit along the way. All very wooded and peaceful. Our two dogs loved it!
55Wonderful space! Had a blast! Will definitely book again.
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Pinwheel Path

Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Fully Fenced
2.5 acres
516 Reviews
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Pinwheel Path

Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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Hosted by valerie b.
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516 Reviews
Top spot
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Fully Fenced
2.5 acres
Pinwheel Path - Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Pinwheel Path - Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Pinwheel Path - Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Fencing

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

This spot is fully fenced

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Note from host

-Small and/or willful dogs can probably escape from fencing. -The property’s perimeter is wire cattle fencing, approx. 8ft., on 3 sides of the park. -The park fence line within our property is approx. 4ft deer fencing with flagging tape h...
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Fencing height

4 feet (at lowest point)

Fencing types

Cattle with wire mesh, Deer Fencing

Gaps or holes in fence

Gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

4 feet

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Fencing type(s): Cattle with wire mesh, Deer Fencing

Gaps or holes in fence: Gaps

Fencing details:

-Small and/or willful dogs can probably escape from fencing. -The property’s perimeter is wire cattle fencing, approx. 8ft., on 3 sides of the park. -The park fence line within our property is approx. 4ft deer fencing with flagging tape h...
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Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsSometimes

Other dogs

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

“Our neighbours have dogs that may be heard but not likely to be seen. Our dogs will not be near park area when reserved for use.”

GUEST FEEDBACK

33% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsSometimes

Other domestic animals

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

“Our neighbours have chickens, a rooster may be heard occasionally.”

GUEST FEEDBACK

16% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleSometimes

Other people

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

“Our neighbourhood is wooded and private, with very few houses all on acreage. you are unlikely to see any other people but may hear evidence there are people nearby!”

GUEST FEEDBACK

0% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Private entryYes

Private entry

Yes (Always)

*PLEASE NOTE!!* -Entrance is off SYLVAN COVE TRAIL, which is a Dead End street. -Just past an electrical pole on the right, there is a kiosk and parking with a red gate entrance to the park.

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Amenities

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Dog toys

Woods

Trail

Trash can

Pricing
15 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

Member get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
This spot offers additional discounts.

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Location

Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Description

Our 2.5 acre park is a tranquil path through the woods with multiple path options and limitless nature to behold, accompanied by a soundtrack of birds and insects. The ample trails that cover the park are easy to traverse, and your dogs will be delighted exploring the endless smells in between those paths to sniff…and pee on. If you love to hike with your dog but wish they could be off leash to investigate the wonders of the woods so you can marvel at the variety of ferns and fungi, this is the place to let your dog run free without worrying about them getting lost. The trails and fencing are a continual work in progress, maintained and built over a decade and then some. We ask our own dogs to help decide where any new paths should go, and if there are any gaps in the perimeter fencing, we hope you and your dogs will do the same. Please be mindful of roots and rocks along the paths, the trail is more natural in some places than others. Get your birding app ready, put your running shoes on, bring your camera and binoculars--there is more to this park than joyous zoomies for your dog! Trail Length: park perimeter is approx. .25 miles, all (3) loops are approx. .58 miles

Cleanliness

100% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Hazards

HOST NOTE

-Any critters and plants one might find in the woods in NC may be present. -The trails are wide but have roots and stones in some spots. -There are (2) interior trails connecting the north side of the park to the south side, one has a bridge over a creek bed… which may have water in it, if it ever rains here again.

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Required advanced notice for visits
2 hours
Max dogs per booking
6
Is the host present?
I generally do not meet my guests
Additional rules

-No smoking/open flames. -Hours: sunrise to sunset. -Thank You for not removing or disturbing any wildlife, plants, or rocks. -Please pick up any poop in the paths, In the woods we thank your dog for the fertilizer.

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.
Booking Policies
Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies

Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

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Meet your host

valerie b.

Joined in August 2026

We love dogs and do not rate them as we know they are *ALL* The Very Best Dogs! Please show us your amazing dogs when you leave a review. On Pinwheel Path, at the beach, in their most stylish hat, napping, or just an amazing photo that should be shared. We love to see them all!

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