If you’re in need a of a compilation of the best dog parks in Minnesota, below we’ve featured 9 of state’s finest.
1. Minnehaha Off-Leash Dog Park
Located in Minneapolis, right on the Mississippi River, Minnehaha Off-Leash Dog Park is a dog haven. The park has several bluffs to hike around on, a beachy area for dogs to play on, and plenty of trails to run through. In total, the park covers 6.6 acres.
Minnehaha Off-Leash Dog Park provides a pay parking lot for dog owners. Dogs must come into the park on leashes and leave on leashes. Dog owners must bring their own doggy clean up supplies.
Minnehaha Off-Leash Dog Park is open daily from 6 AM to 10 PM.
Further information on the park can be reviewed here.
2. Jean Duluth Dog Park
Located in northeast Duluth, Jean Duluth Dog Park was constructed in 2016 by a team of volunteers. The dog park spans roughly 3.5 acres and contains two separate fenced-in areas. The dog park also features a double-gated entry for safety.
Jean Duluth Dog Park has sufficient parking for guests, but it does not provide water for dogs or owners. Dog owners must keep their pets on a leash while entering and exiting the premises. They must also clean up after their dogs whenever necessary.
Jean Duluth Dog Park is open daily from 7 AM to 10 PM.
Find more information on the park here.
3. High Bridge Dog Park
Situated on the Mississippi River, in St. Paul, High Bridge Dog Park is an off-leash park spreading over 7 acres. The dog park has two fenced-in areas for small and big dogs. Each side has ample room for dogs to run around and play. The two sides are connected via a gate.
Dogs are required to be licensed and vaccinated to enter. Dog owners must bring their own water and clean up supplies. They must always also keep watch over their dogs.
High Bridge Dog Park is open from 7 AM to 9 PM every day.
Further information is listed here.
4. Lake of the Isles Dog Park
Covering roughly 1.8 acres, Lake of the Isles Dog Park is an off-leash recreation park in Minneapolis. The dog park is located right on Lake of the Isles and Bde Maka Ska. The park provides two fenced-in areas for large and small dogs.
Dog owners are required to keep their dogs on leashes until they’re inside the park. They must clean up after their dogs, and ensure they’re not aggressive towards other dogs.
Lake of the Isles Dog Park is open from 6 AM to midnight every day.
More information is listed here.
5. River Road Dog Park
River Road Dog Park is a large fenced-in dog park in Rochester. The park is a large grassy field with ample room for dogs to play. The park is a bare-bones dog park as it offers no water, restrooms, or dog facilities.
Dog owners must bring their own cleanup supplies for their dogs. All dogs must remain on leashes until they’re inside the fenced-in area. Dogs must also be vaccinated and nonaggressive. Dog owners
River Road Dog Park is open from 6 AM to 9 PM every day.
More information can be found here.
6. Arlington Arkwright Dog Park
Located in St. Paul, Arlington Arkwright Dog Park is a part of the larger Arlington Arkwright Park. The whole area spreads over 20 acres and features a picnic area, soccer field, skate park, basketball court, and more.
The dog park itself covers over 5 acres of grassy area and forest. Dog owners must bring their own pet waste bags and water to the park. No food is allowed to be brought into the dog park.
Arlington Arkwright Dog Park is open daily from 7 AM to 9 PM.
Dog owners can find more information on the park here.
7. Jean & Carl Frank Canine Park
Jean & Carl Frank Canine Park is an expansive dog park in Rochester characterized by ample space, a forest, and a creek. The park also provides play features such as balance beams and tunnels. Dogs can play in the grass, go to the creek, or run through the trails in the forest.
Dog owners must bring their dogs into the park on a leash. Dog owners are held liable for any damage their dogs cause, and they’re responsible for prohibiting their dog from acting aggressively towards other dogs.
Jean & Carl Frank Canine Park is open daily from 6 AM to 9 PM.
More information is listed here.
8. Alimagnet Dog Park
Situated just south of Bloomington, in Burnsville, Alimagnet Dog Park is a large, off-leash park spanning seven acres. The park provides doggy waste bags, benches, walking paths, and shelters. In the middle of the park is a stormwater pond.
Outside of the dog park, dog owners can find further trails, play equipment, volleyball courts, soccer fields, and other amenities. Coming into the park and exiting the park, dogs must be on leashes.
Alimagnet Dog Park is open from 5 AM to 10 PM every day.
Further information on Alimagnet Park is listed here.
9. Gary New Duluth Dog Park
Gary New Duluth Dog Park is an off-leash, fenced-in dog park located on the southern edge of Duluth. The dog park is situated in Gary Duluth Park which has a skate park, community center, soccer fields, and a pavilion. There are two fenced-in areas, lights for the night, and water available.
Dog owners have toilets available at the REC center when it’s open. Dogs must have a Duluth City license tag and be over 4 months old. Dog owners must keep watch over their dogs and keep them on leashes outside of the fenced-in areas.
Gary New Duluth Dog Park is open from 8 AM to 10 PM every day.
Further information is listed here.
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