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    Dog Friendly Activities in Utica, MN

    There are 17 dog friendly activities within 20 miles of Utica. 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 Utica.

    Pet Friendly Karst Brewing

    Karst Brewing

    Fountain, MN
    Karst Brewing Karst Brewing is a pet-friendly brewery in Fountain, MN. Dogs are welcome to join you on the patio as long as they are leashed. There is also a grassy area where dogs can be off leash! Enjoy a selection of over 15 craft beers. You are welcome to bring your own food. Be sure to check their website for upcoming events and food trucks. See Details
    Pet Friendly Whitewater State Park

    Whitewater State Park

    Altura, MN
    Whitewater State Park Dogs are welcome at the pet-friendly Whitewater State Park in Altura, MN. This 2,700-acre park is popular among visitors who enjoy hiking and fishing. There are several different trails dotted around the park, including a couple of self-guided trails like the Trout Run Creek Trail and the Meadow Trail. Fido can join you on a leash, as long as you clean up after him. See Details

    Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park

    Preston, MN
    Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park Visit the pet-friendly Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park in Preston, MN. You can bring Fido with you to enjoy the 20 miles of varied trails that weave through the woodland area. For an easier trek, there's also a paved bike trail in the park. The area is full of streams, valleys and wildflower meadows that are perfect for exploring with your pooch. Dogs are welcome on a leash under six feet, as long as owners clean up any mess that they leave behind. See Details

    Prairie Island Dog Park

    Winona, MN
    Prairie Island Dog Park Bring Fido to blow off some steam at the Prairie Island Dog Park in Winona, MN. This off-leash dog park is home to an area for smaller and less active dogs, as well as a fairly big area for bigger and more active dogs. There are some trees that will provide a nice shade for dogs, too. See Details

    Carley State Park

    Plainview, MN
    Carley State Park Visit the pet-friendly Carley State Park in Plainview, MN. This recreation area is secluded, beautiful and quiet with ample opportunities to explore the five miles of trails that weave alongside Whitewater River and into the hardwood forest beyond. There's a pretty picnic area for dogs and their owners to catch their breaths next to the bubbling waters of the river. Fido is welcome to join you in the park, as long as he is leashed and you clean up after him. See Details

    John A. Latsch State Park

    Minnesota City, MN
    John A. Latsch State Park Visit the pet-friendly John A. Latsch State Park in Minnesota City, MN. You can bring Fido with you to explore the park on the half-mile trail that leads to the top of Charity Bluff. The reward at the end of this dog-friendly trail is a marvelous view of the Mississippi River Valley. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details

    Root River State Trail

    Lanesboro, MN
    Root River State Trail The Root River 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 "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Lanesboro! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Root River 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. See Details

    Harmony-Preston Valley State Trail

    Preston, MN
    Harmony-Preston Valley State Trail The Harmony-Preston Valley 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 "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Preston! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Harmony-Preston Valley 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. See Details

    Love's Travel Stop

    St. Charles, MN
    Love's Travel Stop Love's Travel Stop in St. Charles, MN, is a dog-friendly gas station and rest area. Across America, you'll find Love's Travel Stops that offer facilities for traveling canines. This location has a fully-fenced dog park with a convenient waste station. See Details

    Root River State Trail

    Peterson, MN
    Root River State Trail The Root River 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 "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Peterson! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Root River 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. See Details

    Root River State Trail

    Fountain, MN
    Root River State Trail The Root River 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 "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Fountain! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Root River 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. See Details

    Bronk Unit Plowline Trail

    Minnesota City, MN
    Bronk Unit Plowline Trail Located within Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest, The Bronk Management Unit spans 761 pet-friendly acres atop a ridge overlooking Stockton Valley and the Mississippi River in Minnesota City, MN. Offering scenic views from overlooks, the Plowline Trail features a 6.5-mile non-motorized route for hiking, biking, horseback riding and cross-country skiing, with both loops tracing the ridge's edge and offering varying terrain difficulty. Dogs are welcome throughout as long as they're leashed and cleaned up after. See Details

    Trout Valley Management Unit

    Altura, MN
    Trout Valley Management Unit Trout Valley Management Unit in Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest, Altura, MN offers dog-friendly trails along Trout Creek, surrounded by steep wooded ridges. The trail system accommodates hikers, horseback riders, OHV, and motorcycle riders, with caution urged for shared use. Scenic overlooks of Trout, Whitewater and Mississippi River valleys can be enjoyed along the Trout Valley OHV State Trail. See Details

    Vinegar Ridge Recreation Area & Money Creek Campground

    Houston, MN
    Vinegar Ridge Recreation Area & Money Creek Campground Vinegar Ridge Recreation Area, a pet-friendly destination within Richard J. Dorer State Forest offers six miles of hiking and direct access to the Root River State Trail in Houston, MN. Canoeing and kayaking are also popular on the Root River State Water Trail. The eight primitive campsites at Money Creek Campground provide basic amenities like fire rings and tables, alongside a vault toilet, garbage can, and drinking water, catering to outdoor enthusiasts seeking a rustic experience. See Details

    Isinours Management Unit

    Preston, MN
    Isinours Management Unit Isinours Management Unit, nestled in Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest in Preston, MN spans 188 acres along the South Branch of the Root River. Its nonmotorized, dog-friendly trails cater to hiking, biking, and two primitive campsites, offering basic amenities like fire rings and tables. You can also explore forest management techniques on a 3-mile interpretive trail, accessible via downloaded map. Dogs are welcome throughout on a leash. See Details

    Brightsdale Forest Management Unit

    Lanesboro, MN
    Brightsdale Forest Management Unit The Brightsdale Forest Management Unit is a pet-friendly, 900-acre segment of Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest in Lanesboro, MN. Named after a historic hydroelectric plant along the Root River, it boasts a 5-mile interpretive trail offering educational tours of the forest. During the summer, the cross-country ski trails double as excellent hiking paths, providing opportunities for outdoor exploration and environmental education. See Details

    Merrick State Park

    Fountain City, WI
    Merrick State Park Bring Fido to Merrick State Park in Fountain City, WI for some quality bonding time in nature. This pet-friendly recreational area is an ideal destination for camping, fishing, hiking and boating with your beloved pet. Dogs must be kept on a leash no longer than six feet long, and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their animals. See Details
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