Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in St. Francis, MN

There are 5 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of St. Francis. 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 St. Francis.

Elm Creek Park Reserve

Maple Grove, MN

Elm Creek Park Reserve Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove, MN is a 4,900-acre, dog-friendly recreation area. Being the largest park in Three Rivers, amenities include a 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. See Details

Riebe Park

Princeton, MN

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. See Details

Bunker Hills Regional Park

Andover, MN

Bunker Hills Regional Park Bring Fido to the pet-friendly Bunker Hills Regional Park in Andover, MN. This community park features an off-leash dog park, an archery range, camping sites, a disc golf course and a pavilion. See Details

Crow-Hassan Park Reserve

Hanover, MN

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. See Details

Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge

Zimmerman, MN

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. See Details