Dog-Friendly Activities in Brandt, SD

Pet-friendly Falls Park, sitting on 128 acres, is located on the banks of the Big Sioux River in Sioux Falls, SD. Enjoy captivating waterfalls from several viewing platforms, including a five-story observation tower. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after.

The World's Only Corn Palace, a pet-friendly roadside attraction in Mitchell, SD, welcomes leashed dogs to join their human companions inside the world's only corn palace. Each year, over 275,000 ears of corn are used to redecorate the Corn Palace with new themes and new designs, and intricate corn murals decorate the auditorium inside. Tours of this one-of-a-kind attraction are given daily.

WoodGrain Brewing Company of Sioux Falls, SD, is a casual dog-friendly micro-brewery where Fido is welcome both inside their warm, comfortable taproom and on the outdoor patio. Servers are happy to provide you with complimentary dog treats and water bowls. They specialize in high-quality craft beer using the freshest local ingredients whenever possible, including locally grown hops and barley. Snacks, such as pretzels, pub mix and meat sticks are available, and you’re also welcome to bring in your own food or order from a nearby restaurant.

Check out pet-friendly Devil's Gulch in Garretson, SD. Supposedly where Jesse James jumped the canyon, this middle-of-nowhere spot in South Dakota is a breath of fresh air and home to a lovely trail that leads to a picturesque gulch next to Split Rock Creek. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after to preserve the cleanliness of the creek.

Bring Fido to blow off some steam at the dog park at Spencer Park in Sioux Falls, SD. This fenced, off-leash pup recreation area features separate sections for small and large dogs.

Bring your canine friend to the Mitchell Dog Park in Mitchell, SD. The fenced, off-leash pup recreation area is located on the south end of Cadwell Park and features a 2.3 acres area for large dogs and a 0.85-acre area small dog enclosure. Both sections are shaded and equipped with drinking fountains, benches and gravel pathways.

The Waggin' Tails Dog Park in Benson, MN is an off-leash, fenced-in area that is about two acres in size. This pup recreation area features running fresh water, separate fenced-in areas for small and large dogs, nighttime lighting, seating for humans, a dog pond and community dog toys. The park is sponsored and maintained by the Humane Society of Swift County.

Bring Fido to the pet-friendly Porter Sculpture Park in Montrose, SD. Featuring a monster-sized, 40-ton horse sculpture (among others), golf carts are available for those who would like assistance navigating the grounds. Please be aware that the area closes for the winter season.

Good Earth State Park in Sioux Falls, SD is a dog-friendly outdoor recreation area that welcomes four-legged friends. The park provides several amenities for visitors, such as hiking trails, picnic areas, playgrounds, historical sites and photography opportunities. To ensure safety, pets must always be on a leash no longer than six feet, and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their animals.

Mary Jo Wegner Arboretum in Sioux Falls, SD is pet friendly. Your leashed pup is welcome to explore the 155-acre area. Enjoy strolls along art-adorned pathways, adventurous hikes on scenic trails, and serene river excursions for canoeing and kayaking. Benches and trash cans are also available throughout the property.

Bring Fido to the dog park at Family Park in Sioux Falls, SD to play in three acres of permanently fenced space! The park boasts fencing, walkways, open space, seating for human visitors, shade structures, drinking fountains, dog wash stations and natural dog play features. Dog owners are allowed two pets per visit, and they must clean up after their pets and leash them when entering and exiting the fenced area.

Talking Waters Brewing Company is a dog-friendly brewery in Montevideo, MN, that welcomes Fido inside the taproom or on the covered outdoor patio. They handcraft and serve a variety of styles of beer including sours, IPAs, lagers, stouts and also hard lemonade. They don't serve food, but sometimes have food trucks on site and delivery is available from nearby restaurants.

Glacial Lakes Distillery is locally-owned, dog-friendly distillery and tasting room in Watertown, SD. Fido is welcome to relax with you at an outdoor table on the patio, or check out the tasting room and store. Try their handcrafted cocktails using Glacial Lakes spirits, like The Bronx, Between the Sheets, or The Espresso Martini while you're there.

Dogs are welcome to join their owners at the pet-friendly Glacial Lakes State Park in Starbuck, MN. The glacial hills with views of the surrounding prairie can be discovered on the 16 miles of trails that weave their way through the park. Ornithologists will be astonished by the array of woodland birds that call the area home. Well-behaved leashed dogs are welcome in the park as long as you clean up after them.

Bring Fido to have a blast at The Splash Bark by SDK, a tropical-themed pet-friendly play area in Harrisburg, SD that has synchronized water features specially designed for dogs. It's the only water park of its type in the whole country. There's a three-inch-deep pool to play in and other Tiki-style features for your pooch to enjoy. Bring your pup's proof of vaccinations to gain entry into the park. Dog owners can purchase day passes or memberships, and add the water park to daycare or boarding at The Resort. Beers and pizza are also available for the humans, and they have treats for the pups.

Lupulin Brewing is pet-friendly. Located in Big Lake, this brewery and taproom is dedicated to crafting unique and compelling beers, with attention to quality and flavor. Leashed dogs are welcome both inside and outside on the patio. Lupulin Brewing is open Monday through Thursday from 3pm to 8pm, Friday from 3pm to 9pm, Saturday from 11am to 9pm and Sunday from 11am to 6pm.

Bring your pup to get some off-leash exercise at the Bark Park in Brookings, SD. This 11,000-square-foot fenced pup recreation area has separate sections for small dogs, large dogs and an agility course. Designated rules for the Bark Park are listed online and at the park.

The Central Lakes State Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this dog-friendly "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Osakis! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Central Lakes State Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com.

Marshalls & HomeGoods are dog-friendly home décor chain stores with a location in Sioux Falls, SD. Leashed dogs and dogs in strollers are welcome to join you while you shop. Browse the selection of apparel, furnishings, kitchenware, etc., all at bargain prices.

Check out the pet-friendly Severance Brewing Co. in downtown Sioux Falls, SD. Located steps away from Falls Park, this popular brewery serves up a range of delicious beers brewed in-house. There are eateries nearby as well. Your leashed and well-behaved pup is welcome to join you in the taproom and on their outdoor patio.