Most Popular Dog Parks in Durham
Dog parks can be a fun way for your dog to socialize with other dogs, get some energy out and explore new sights and sounds. It’s also nice for your pup to enjoy some time off leash, particularly if you don’t have a backyard at home. Here are some of the most popular dog parks located in Durham:
Barkyard Dog Park
Barkyard Dog Park features divided sides for large or small dogs, pet waste stations, a water source and play furniture. It’s also located directly next door to Boxyard RTP, which is filled with local food vendors, live music and pop-up breweries.
Downtown Durham Dog Park
Downtown Durham Dog Park features separate enclosed areas for small dogs and large dogs, benches and waste dispensers. It’s managed by Durham Parks & Recreation which requires you to register your dog annually. For more details about registration, click here.
Northgate Dog Park
Northgate Dog Park features two enclosed areas – one for small dogs and one for large dogs – as well as water fountains, waste bag dispensers, benches and a kiosk. Northgate Dog Park is located in a flood plain, and the plan is to open a new dog park at Rock Quarry Park and convert the large dog area into a play meadow. It’s managed by Durham Parks & Recreation which requires you to register your dog annually. For more details about registration, click here.
PetSafe® Dog Park Located at 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. It’s managed by Durham Parks & Recreation which requires you to register your dog annually. For more details about registration, click here.
Piney Wood Dog Park
Piney Wood Dog Park 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. It’s managed by Durham Parks & Recreation which requires you to register your dog annually. For more details about registration, click here.
TRUSS VET TIPS: Keep in mind that most dog parks will have rules and regulations that you must adhere to, and you should be prepared to 1) clean up after your dog, 2) take responsibility for any damage caused by your dog, and 3) ensure that your dog behaves well with other dogs. It’s unlikely, but in the event that your dog gets injured at a dog park, don’t hesitate to come to Truss Vet. We frequently treat accidents or unexpected injuries that result from dogs playing with one another.
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