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Top public and private dog hiking trails in Merrimont, North Carolina

18 spots found

Rent safe and private dog hiking trails all around the world. Sniffspot's private dog hiking trails are the best way to exercise your dog. We have the best variety and the best priced dog hiking trails anywhere!

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Private dog park

4.89(19)

McGregor Homeplace - Somewhere Peace, Quiet, Open Air- Nashville, NC

Unfenced
180 acres

LIMITED ACREAGE AVAILABITY TILL END OF MAY DUE TO SEASONAL FARM WORK Please review added land map. Off Leash -180-Acre Private Dog Adventure – No Neighbors, Off-Leash Freedom -Nashville, NC PLEASE NOTE - This is a working farm, home and in the country so some farmers /workers MAY BE in the fields and movement my be see on the entry road.

Dog toys

Dock for dog diving

Water - hose

Water - sprinkler

We love this spot! My boy and I can and have stayed here for hours, I broug... more

11 credits dog / hour
Nashville, NC
McGregor Homeplace - Somewhere Peace, Quiet, Open Air- Nashville, NC | Sniffspot
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invoice
NashvilleNorth Carolina
4.919
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(22)

Lexi's 7.5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Clayton

Unfenced
7.5 acres

Nestled in the heart of nature, our property offers the perfect getaway for your pup to explore and have fun in the great outdoors. With expansive wooded trails and lush grassy areas, it’s a paradise for dogs who love to roam, sniff, and play. The property is home to friendly chickens and ducks, so we recommend keeping your pup on a leash when entering the woods to ensure everyone stays safe and comfortable. Please be respectful of the space by picking up after your dog, whether on the trails or in the grass areas, so everyone can enjoy a clean, beautiful environment. It’s a serene, dog-friendly retreat where your pup can run, play, and bond with nature! Make sure to stay within the pink flags

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Water - hose

Lake or pond

We loved it! more

10 credits dog / hour
Clayton, NC
Lexi's 7.5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Clayton | Sniffspot
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invoice
ClaytonNorth Carolina
5.022
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(7)

Hank's Haven

Partially Fenced
34 acres

Welcome to our homestead! Things look quite different around here from season to season. There’s something to love every month. 10/10 ratings by every K9 we've hosted! 🐾

Dog toys

Water - kiddie pool

Water - hose

Water - sprinkler

Had the best time! Biggest Sniffspot in the area and the dogs were obsessed... more

7 credits dog / hour
Louisburg, NC
Hank's Haven | Sniffspot
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invoice
LouisburgNorth Carolina
5.07
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Stoney Creek Park

7.1 acres

Stoney Creek Park in Goldsboro, North Carolina, is a popular dog park located at 2200 Ash St. It offers amenities such as an indoor restroom and a trail for dogs to enjoy. The park is open from 7 AM to 9 PM, seven days a week. Visitors can reach the park at 919-739-7480 for more information or inquiries.

Park hours: 7 AM–9 PM 7 days per Week

Indoor restroom available

Trail

No fee info
Goldsboro, NC
Stoney Creek Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
GoldsboroNorth Carolina
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Westpointe Park

14 acres

Westpointe Park in Greenville, North Carolina offers a variety of amenities for dogs and their owners to enjoy. Located at 1821 Gretna Dr, this park features a swimming pool, a trail for walking or running, and a designated area for dogs to drink water. It is a great spot for both exercise and socialization for your furry friends.

Dog drinking water

Swimming pool

Trail

No fee info
Greenville, NC
Westpointe Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
GreenvilleNorth Carolina
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Tar River Park Walkway and Amphitheater

12 acres

Tar River Park Walkway and Amphitheater in Greenville, North Carolina is a beautiful dog park located at 105 E 1st St. The park offers a lit walkway at night, perfect for evening walks with your furry friend. Visitors can enjoy the scenic views of the river, stream, or creek while walking along the trail. The park is open from 6 AM to 8 PM seven days a week, providing ample opportunities for dog owners to spend quality time with their pets in a serene and picturesque setting.

Park hours: 6 AM–8 PM 7 days per Week

Lit at night

River, stream or creek

Trail

No fee info
Greenville, NC
Tar River Park Walkway and Amphitheater | Sniffspot
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invoice
GreenvilleNorth Carolina
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Buffaloe Road Athletic Park

165 acres

Buffaloe Road Athletic Park in Raleigh, North Carolina is a dog-friendly park with amenities such as tables, indoor restrooms, fields, and trails. The park is open from 6 AM to 8 PM every day of the week. Visitors can bring their small dogs to enjoy the outdoor space. For more information, visit raleighnc.gov or contact the park at 919-996-5600 or planning@raleighnc.gov.

Park hours: 6 AM–8 PM 7 days per Week

Small dog friendly

Table

Indoor restroom available

Field

No fee info
Raleigh, NC
Buffaloe Road Athletic Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
RaleighNorth Carolina
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Paramore Park

5.1 acres

Paramore Park in Winterville, North Carolina offers a spacious field and trail for dogs to exercise and play. The park is open from 8 AM to 8 PM seven days a week. For more information, visit greenvillenc.gov or contact the park at 252-329-4567 or email RHudson@greenvillenc.gov.

Park hours: 8 AM–8 PM 7 days per Week

Field

Trail

No fee info
Winterville, NC
Paramore Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
WintervilleNorth Carolina
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Green Springs Park

17 acres

Green Springs Park, located at 2500 E 5th St in Greenville, North Carolina, offers a beautiful trail for dogs and their owners to enjoy. For more information, visit greenvillenc.gov or contact the park at 252-329-4567 or email RHudson@greenvillenc.gov.

Trail

No fee info
Greenville, NC
Green Springs Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
GreenvilleNorth Carolina
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

5.00(62)

Mimms's 25 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Angier

Partially Fenced
25 acres

Hidden River Farm is a 40 plus acre paradise for humans and dogs. We opened our organic orchard 6 years ago and it operates annually from June to October. So we have decided to try to open it up for use year around if possible. We welcome folks to bring their dogs out to run, retrieve, train or just play for awhile to get the energy out. There is an abundance of land. We offer a picnic area with table and chairs. Both tables offer umbrellas for shade if needed. We have water spigots so that the dogs can have clean drinking water. We also are breeders of Champion Labrador Retrievers. We have chickens, ducks, donkeys, horse and more. We are a working farm that believes sharing is a great thing these days.

Water - hose

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

I have two very tired and happy dogs. Thanks for the opportunity and what ... more

10 credits dog / hour
Angier, NC
Mimms's 25 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Angier | Sniffspot
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invoice
AngierNorth Carolina
5.062
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

H. Boyd Lee Park

14 acres

H. Boyd Lee Park located at 5184 Corey Rd in Greenville, North Carolina is a dog park with a trail for pets to enjoy. The park is open Monday to Friday from 12pm to 7pm and on Saturday from 10am to 2pm. Unfortunately, the park is closed on Sundays. For more information, you can contact the park at 252-329-4550.

Park hours: Monday to Friday 12–7 PM & Saturday 10 AM–2 PM & Sunday Closed

Trail

No fee info
Greenville, NC
H. Boyd Lee Park | Sniffspot
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GreenvilleNorth Carolina
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4.97(38)

20 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Stem, NC

Unfenced
20 acres

Imagine Disneyland for your dog! We have 20 acres of open land, perfect for your furry friend to run and play. It's a secluded open-space forest where they can get plenty of exercise and even enjoy the nearby creek. I hope your pup enjoys this open forest as much as mine does! **Please be aware even though we try our best to maintain the fence between us and our neighbors property, there might be some new holes we have not had time to get to. It is recommended that your dog has good recall in case they get distracted by the neighbors’ horses or they are tempted to Go through a hole. PLEASE BE AWARE** This is a rural area, and it is possible that neighbors may occasionally be shooting on their property. While this does not happen often, I wanted to let you know this is a possibility.

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Off street parking

River, stream or creek

This was our second visit and we loved it again! The place has a relaxing p... more

6 credits dog / hour
Stem, NC
20 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Stem, NC | Sniffspot
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invoice
StemNorth Carolina
5.038
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Alice F. Keene District Park

6.6 acres

Alice F. Keene District Park in Greenville, North Carolina offers a trail for dogs to enjoy. The park is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for maximum convenience. For more information, visit the Pitt County website or call 252-902-1975.

Park hours: Open 24 hours 7 days per Week

Trail

No fee info
Greenville, NC
Alice F. Keene District Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
GreenvilleNorth Carolina
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Lake Benson Dog Park

64 acres

Lake Benson Dog Park, located in Garner, North Carolina, is a small dog-friendly park with amenities such as dog drinking water, tables, and a nearby lake or pond for dogs to cool off in. The park also features a trail for dogs and their owners to enjoy. For more information or to contact the park, you can call 919-772-4688 or email garnerprcr@garnernc.gov.

Small dog friendly

Dog drinking water

Table

Lake or pond

No fee info
Garner, NC
Lake Benson Dog Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
GarnerNorth Carolina
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Jack Smith Park

50 acres

Jack Smith Park, located at 9725 Penny Rd in Raleigh, North Carolina, is a dog-friendly park with amenities including a field, trail, and indoor restroom. The park caters to small dogs and provides drinking water for pets. For more information, visit carync.gov or contact the park at 919-469-4061 or williams@carync.gov.

Small dog friendly

Dog drinking water

Indoor restroom available

Field

No fee info
Raleigh, NC
Jack Smith Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
RaleighNorth Carolina
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(450)

Country Fun Near Brier Creek

Fully Fenced
5 acres

** Hours Will Be Very Limited ** If you want the chance to let your dog(s) off leash in a rural setting and live near Brier Creek in the Raleigh/Durham I area then this is the place for you! Great spot to have fun! Numerous walking trails. We have limited availability. As a result, it can be difficult at times to get a reservation. Happy to answer any questions in advance of your visit. Hope you are able to come out soon!

Dog treats

Water - hose

Digging area

Small dog friendly

Always wonderful regardless of the season. more

20 credits dog / hour
Durham, NC
Country Fun Near Brier Creek | Sniffspot
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invoice
DurhamNorth Carolina
5.0450
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(4)

Kaitlyn's 10 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Lillington

Unfenced
10 acres

Fertilizer-free

Chairs

Off street parking

Woods

Amazing place. Our dogs had the best time more

6 credits dog / hour
Lillington, NC
Kaitlyn's 10 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Lillington | Sniffspot
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invoice
LillingtonNorth Carolina
5.04
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

Steven's Private Dog Park In Henderson

Unfenced
15 acres

It's off the main highway it's grass areas abd wooded with trails to walk your dog or just let him/ her run and enjoy. Don't have to worry about any traffic,it's a creek that runs threw property,we clean up any poop the dog does and it's a very safe place

Dog treats

Dog toys

Water - kiddie pool

Water - hose

4 credits dog / hour
Henderson, NC
Steven's Private Dog Park In Henderson | Sniffspot
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invoice
HendersonNorth Carolina
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

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Why rent a private dog hiking trails in Merrimont, North Carolina?

FeaturesSniffspotPublic park
Designed for private play
Rentable by the hour
Off leash options
Very large and/or fully fenced options
PricingAvg 10-20 credits per visit - learn moreFree

How do Merrimont'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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Frequently asked questions about Merrimont dog hiking trails

What do private dog hiking trails in Merrimont offer that public parks don't?

Private dog hiking trails in Merrimont offer complete privacy (no other dogs), specialized environments for natural exploration and varied terrain, professionally maintained cleanliness, flexible 24/7 scheduling, and safe spaces for all temperaments—puppies, seniors, small dogs, reactive dogs, or any pup needing accommodations. Public dog parks in Merrimont can't guarantee any of this. With 18 options, you get predictable, controlled environments perfect for your dog's specific needs.

Can I find fully fenced private dog parks in Merrimont?

Yes! Most of Merrimont's 18 private dog parks are fully fenced. Use the "fully fenced" filter to find secure enclosures with detailed specs: height (4ft, 6ft, 8ft+), material (wood, chain-link, vinyl), and gap information. This is crucial for escape artists, puppies learning boundaries, reactive dogs needing contained space, or small dogs who might squeeze through. Merrimont listings include fencing photos so you can verify security.

When can puppies start visiting dog hiking trails in Merrimont?

Puppies can visit Merrimont dog hiking trails as early as 8-10 weeks with initial vaccinations, much earlier than the 16+ weeks needed for public park safety. This early, controlled socialization prevents fear and reactivity issues later. Plus, puppies can explore natural exploration and varied terrain without being overwhelmed or learning bad behaviors from poorly socialized adult dogs. Many Merrimont trainers specifically use dog hiking trails for puppy development.

How do I find private dog hiking trails near me in Merrimont?

Browse Merrimont's 18 dog hiking trails on Sniffspot by entering your neighborhood or zip code. Filter by distance, then narrow by features: fully fenced, "fewer dogs seen/heard," specific amenities, terrain type, or size. Each Merrimont listing shows photos, reviews, exact location, and instant availability. Local favorite Country Fun Near Brier Creek is particularly popular among Merrimont dog owners.

Can I rent dog hiking trails in Merrimont by the hour?

Yes! All 18 dog hiking trails in Merrimont are available for hourly rental. Most bookings are 1-2 hours, though you can reserve longer for training or events. Book instantly through Sniffspot, arrive during your time slot, and have complete privacy. Many Merrimont dog owners rent weekly for consistent, safe exercise.

What's the difference between Sniffspot dog hiking trails and public dog parks in Merrimont?

The biggest difference is privacy and control. Public dog parks in Merrimont mean sharing space with unknown dogs and owners. That means you can't control who shows up or how they behave. Sniffspot's 18 Merrimont dog hiking trails give you private bookings where only your dogs are present. You choose the time, the space, and the environment. Plus, your pup enjoys natural exploration and varied terrain and maintained cleanliness that public parks can't guarantee.

Are there indoor dog hiking trails in Merrimont?

Yes! Merrimont has climate-controlled indoor dog hiking trails perfect for extreme weather, rainy days, or year-round exercise. Indoor Merrimont locations typically feature protective flooring, controlled temperatures, and enclosed environments. They're especially popular for puppy training, senior dogs, reactive dogs, or anyone wanting consistent access regardless of Merrimont weather. Filter by "indoor" to see options.

How do Merrimont dog hiking trails help with dog training?

Merrimont trainers love dog hiking trails because privacy eliminates distractions. Work on recall, practice trail recall in natural environments, leash manners on varied terrain, or hiking endurance building, reinforce obedience, socialize puppies, or address reactivity without interruptions. For reactive dogs, train without trigger-stacking. For puppies, practice skills in controlled increments. For any dog, get focused training time in an environment specifically designed for natural exploration and varied terrain.

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