Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Minneapolis, MN

There are 7 dog friendly hiking trails in Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis.

Pet Friendly Minnehaha Park
Minnehaha Park Bring your dog for a hike along the gorgeous waterfalls in this Minneapolis park. This park has hiking trails through the woods and doggy access to the Mississippi River. An off-leash permit is required to gain admittance. Bring quarters for parking meters. See Details
Pet Friendly Bde Maka Ska
Bde Maka Ska Bde Maka Ska is a pet-friendly trail. This easy dog walk is a great place to hang out with your pooch. The main feature is the lake, formerly known as Lake Calhoun. Dogs must be kept on a leash around the lake and all mess should be cleaned up after them. The trail is open 6am to midnight in developed areas and 6am to 10pm in undeveloped areas. See Details
Mill Ruins Park The centerpiece of the revitalization of Minneapolis' historic West Side Milling District, Mill Ruins Park is dog-friendly! The Park is situated on the water and features grassy areas, a walking path, a drinking fountain, and a paid parking lot. Dogs must be on a leash for the entirety of their visit to Mill Ruins Park. The Park is open from 6am to midnight in developed areas and from 6am to 10pm in undeveloped areas. See Details
Nicollet Island Park Located just off of Historic Main Street, Nicollet Island Park is dog-friendly! The Park contains a promenade with a view of the first dam on the Mississippi. Fido is welcome to explore the park's paths, garden, and picnic area. Dogs are not allowed inside the Nicollet Island Pavilion. Dogs must be on a leash during their visit to Nicollet Island Park. The Park is open from 6am to 12am in developed areas and from 6am to 10pm in undeveloped areas. See Details
The Commons Leashed dogs are welcome at The Commons, a 4.2-acre public park in the middle of Downtown Minneapolis. See Details
Luce Line State Trail The Luce Line 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 Minneapolis! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Luce Line 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
Luce Line State Trail Luce Line State Trail is a pet-friendly trail. This trail stretches 63 miles from the western, metro suburb of Plymouth to west-central town of Cosmos. Dogs must be leashed, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Battle Creek Regional Park Battle Creek Regional Park is a large dog-friendly open area in Maplewood, MN, which is popular with families and pet owners. Accessible through the parking lot at City of Saint Paul's Battle Creek Recreation Center, this expansive park has a summer aquatic center, pavilion, playground, and paved hiking & biking trails. Allow Fido to accompany you for a family picnic, sports games on the large open field, or take a casual stroll along one of the trails. Cross over to the east entrance located at 2350 Upper Afton Rd to access the off-leash dog park or view the listing for Battle Creek Dog Park. See Details
Plymouth Dog Park There's plenty of room for your pet to run in this large, designated off-leash area, which includes mowed trails and fields. Bring water, and be careful as the area is not fenced. See Details
Elm Creek Park Reserve Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove is a 4,900-acre, dog-friendly recreation area. Being the largest park in Three Rivers, amenities include a Winter Recreation Area, Eastman Nature Center, an off-leash dog area, a disc golf course, hiking and biking trails, a swimming pond, mountain biking, camping cabins and much more. Be on the lookout for wildlife such as eagles, sandhill cranes, deer, bluebirds, beavers, loons, trumpeter swans and hawks. Fido must be leashed except when playing in the off-leash dog exercise area. Special events are held throughout the year; check their website for the current schedule. See Details
Bruce Vento Trail The Bruce Vento 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 Saint Paul! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Bruce Vento 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
Gateway Segment of the Willard Munger Trail The Gateway Segment of the Willard Munger 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 Saint Paul! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Gateway Segment of the Willard Munger 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
Big Rivers Regional Trail The Big Rivers Regional 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 Saint Paul! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Big Rivers Regional 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
Southwest Regional LRT - North Corridor and South Corridor The Southwest Regional LRT - North Corridor and South Corridor 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 Chaska! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Southwest Regional LRT - North Corridor and South Corridor. 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
Cedar Lake Trail The Cedar Lake 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 Hopkins! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Cedar Lake 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
Dakota Rail Regional Trail The Dakota Rail Regional 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 Wayzata! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Dakota Rail Regional 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
Southwest Regional LRT - North Corridor and South Corridor The Southwest Regional LRT - North Corridor and South Corridor 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 Eden Prairie! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Southwest Regional LRT - North Corridor and South Corridor. 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
Mississippi National River and Recreation Area Dogs are welcome to join their humans at Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, a 72-mile river park perfect for those who want to canoe, fish, boat, bird-watch, bike, or hike. Dogs are welcome on all trails, but are not permitted in any of the buildings. Dogs must be leashed at all times, and you must clean up after your pet. See Details
Southwest Regional LRT - North Corridor and South Corridor The Southwest Regional LRT - North Corridor and South Corridor 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 Excelsior! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Southwest Regional LRT - North Corridor and South Corridor. 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
Southwest Regional LRT - North Corridor and South Corridor The Southwest Regional LRT - North Corridor and South Corridor 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 Hopkins! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Southwest Regional LRT - North Corridor and South Corridor. 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
Locke Dog Park Your pet will thank you for a chance to play off-leash at this fenced dog park, which features mulched ground cover, picnic tables, and lovely wooded areas. Bring water with you. See Details
Black Dog Park Black Dog Park is pet-friendly for leashed pups. Dogs are allowed to play on-leash in a designated area of this park, located near Blackdog Lake in Burnsville. See Details