There are 19 dog friendly activities within 20 miles of Big Lake. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Big Lake.
Crow-Hassan Dog Off-Leash Area
The Crow-Hassan Dog Off-Leash Area in Hanover, MN is a 40-acre unfenced dog park at the Crow-Hassan Park Reserve. There is plenty of space for Fido to run around and blow off steam, but please make sure to stay near and clean up after him. A daily or annual pass is required.
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Lake Sarah Dog Off-Leash Area
Pets will go wild for the Lake Sarah Dog Off-Leash Area in Rockford, MN. This 30-acre fenced dog park includes trails, grassy spaces and play areas for Fido to run around off leash.
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Monti Paws Dog Park
Monti Paws Dog Park, located inside Meadow Oak Park, is a dog-friendly recreation area in Monticello, MN. There are two entrances to the park, one on the east side and one on the west side, and both are double-gated to allow for unleashing your pets before entering the park. The small dog area is limited to dogs weighing less than 25 pounds and features a smaller open grassy play area, a bench and a shade tree. The designated space for large dogs welcomes pups of all sizes and features an open grassy play area, watering station, benches, picnic tables and mature shade trees on the east side.
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AEGIR Brewing Company
AEGIR Brewing Company is a small batch craft brewery and taproom located in downtown Elk River, MN. Fido can join you on their dog-friendly outdoor patio, and they even have a dog park for visiting canines to enjoy.
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The Home Depot
Bring your pup to The Home Depot, a pet-friendly home improvement chain with a location in Elk River, MN. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you while you browse for appliances, paint, window treatments and home decor. Please keep you pup under control and make sure to clean up after him.
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Sunken Ship Brewing Company
Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome inside and outside at Sunken Ship Brewing Company in Princeton, MN. This family and pet-friendly taproom offers a relaxing environment, fun games and a variety of their great craft beers on tap. They even have a fenced area for dogs, affectionately known as the poop deck!
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Lake Maria State Park
Dogs are welcome to join their owners at the pet-friendly Lake Maria State Park in Monticello, MN. The park is made up of forests containing maple, oak and basswood trees. You and Fido can explore the pretty forests on the 14 miles of trails that weave through them. Anglers will be pleased to discover the many lakes and ponds that are located around the park. Pet owners are reminded to keep dogs on a leash for the duration of their visit and to clean up any mess that they leave behind.
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Gary Mattson Dog Park
Gary Mattson Dog Park in Buffalo, MN, features a large off-leash fenced area where Fido can romp and play. There is a covered shelter with a picnic table where pet parents can rest. Leashed dogs can cool off in the water at Buffalo Lake, which is mere steps from the dog park.
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Warner Lake County Park
Bring Fido to explore at the dog-friendly Warner Lake County Park in Clearwater, MN. This 264-acre recreation space features a variety of amenities, including picnic areas, multi-use trails, a swimming beach, fishing and more. Leashed pups are welcome on the nature surface trails, multi-use trails, and on the far west end of the beach area.
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TA Travel Center Rogers
The TA Travel Center in Rogers, MN has a dedicated dog-friendly area for pets that need some exercise or a rest break. Waste bags and trash receptacles are also available for easy cleanup. TA and Petro Travel Stores also carry a variety of pet care products.
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Montissippi County Park
Bring Fido to the pet-friendly Montissippi County Park in Monticello, MN. This attractive picnic area on the river features 170 acres of hardwoods and pine plantings and two miles of paved hiking, walking and biking trails for all-season use. There is also a disc golf course, a canoe camping site and a small winter sledding hill. Your pup is welcome to join you but must be leashed at all times.
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Lake Rebecca Park Reserve
Lake Rebecca Park Reserve is a pet-friendly recreation area in Rockford, MN. You can bring your pooch to hang out on the beach with a leash after a day of playing at the Lake Sarah Dog Off-Leash Area. Don't forget to explore the trails and boardwalk while you're visiting the park. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind.
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Otsego Dog Park
Otsego Dog Park is pet-friendly. Located in the southeast corner of Otsego Prairie Park, this fenced space is home to many oak and maple trees for shade, picnic tables, lights, and portable potties can be accessed all year around. Water is available to dogs during the summer months. Otsego Dog Park is open every day of the week from sunrise to 10pm.
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Orono Park
Bring Fido to explore the pet-friendly Orono Park in Elk River, MN. This family-friendly 28-acre park features a volleyball court, paved trails, a boat ramp, a swimming beach, picnic tables, playgrounds, restrooms and an off-leash dog park. Your pup must be leashed at all times when not in the dog park.
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Riebe Park
Riebe Park is a pet-friendly community park in Princeton, MN. This 27-acre recreation area features an off-leash dog park, a disc golf course, picnic tables and campsites. Your pup is welcome to join you, as long as he remains leashed when not in the dog park. Please remember to pick up after your pet.
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Crow-Hassan Park Reserve
The pet-friendly Crow-Hassan Park Reserve in Hanover, MN offers an uninterrupted expanse of peaceful wilderness. Among the scenery, the restored prairie is a year-round attraction for its ever-changing color palette. Miles of trails wind through the park reserve and give an opportunity to spot wildlife like deer, foxes, coyotes, trumpeter swans, hawks and bald eagles. The park also features a 30-acre dog off-leash area, perfect for Fido to make friends and blow off steam.
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Dog Park at Riebe Park
The dog park at Riebe Park in Princeton, MN contains a large fenced-in area for dogs to run around off leash and picnic tables for the owners. There is also a water fountain for pups to rehydrate before their next round of fetch.
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Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge
Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge in Zimmerman, MN spans 30,700 acres, boasting diverse habitats and pet-friendly recreational activities. From dense forests to open prairies, visitors can enjoy hiking, wildlife watching, picnicking, photography, as well as driving the picturesque Prairie’s Edge Wildlife Drive. Dogs are welcome throughout as long as they're leashed and cleaned up after, ensuring a respectful environment for all visitors.
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Dog Park at Orono Park
Visit the dog park at Orono Park, a beautiful off-leash lakeside area in Elk River, MN featuring tons of room to run, a picnic table and a doggy fountain.
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