Driving up to this park, I was a little concerned because I couldn't see all of it. Once we got in…read morethere, it was so big! When we went there weren't many dogs there but a few came after we were there for a bit. Lots of space for dogs to roam. I wish there was some equipment for them to play on or something though.

I was very excited when I saw there was a new dog park located within miles of my home!…read more Today was our first visit to this dog park - and I am impressed. It is much nicer & much bigger than I was expecting. You have to keep in mind that this dog park is located right in the middle of the city. The area surrounding the park is mixed residential/industrial with train tracks running along the back part of the park. The park itself is really nice! Unlike most dog parks, this one has a lot of grass! It feels like a big open prairie! My dogs really seemed to love how wide open it is + every surface wasn't piled high with wood chips (which seem to hurt their paws a bit). There are tons of water dishes around to use & like most dog parks, it's best to bring water for your own dog/s + some to share. There were balls available (although none of my dogs play fetch). Benches + chairs to sit in. The fence was high enough to keep my rather large Foxhound inside (he's quite an escape artist - so good/high fences are important to me). Poop bags are supplied + there is a garbage can located inside the park... I just really liked this park...and I will definitely be going back here with my pups...

Such a fun and open space for you and your 4-legged friend to hang out. There are 2 entrances into…read morethe park on either end. The shape of the park is long and not super wide. They have benches and water bowls for use and trees for shade. Parking can be found across the street. We went on a Monday afternoon and there was plenty of dogs there to hang out with. I was also informed there are waking paths around the park if that's what you prefer

This is a huge park! We kept walking and walking and finally we found the end. We brought our dog…read morehere just as a way for him to burn off energy. A lot of friendly people and pups. Only issue was the lack of garbage cans inside the off leash area and there was a sign that said no toys but people did have some so it was a bit confusing.

I love this park! The first visit we had was to shoot photos showing the beauty of Minnesota and to…read morepotentially include in a calendar. As we walked the trails with our dogs - on leash - I had some reminiscing about riding my horse on the other side of the lake and sailing with my father. Wonderful memories. Lake Minnewashta Regional Park is a 340 acre park on the shores of Lake Minnewashta. Facilities include a swimming beach, bathhouse, off-leash dog area, reservable picnic shelters, sand volleyball courts, creative playground (which looked like a regular playground), paved boat access, paved bike trails, turf trails for walking and skiing, ski/snowshoe rental, and vending machines. If your dogs are good at dog parks, this is one to visit! The Off Leash Dog Area is fenced-in off-leash dog area at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park. This 18-acre site has a separate area for small dogs and approximately one mile of trails. To get in to the off-leash dog area you'll need either a $6 daily or $28 annual vehicle permit. Both are able to be purchased through the honor box at the park entrance by the gate house. Definitely worth visiting!

***This is a review about their off-leash dog park.***…read more Even though I've only visited a few dog parks, Minnewashta's must rank amongst the top! Essentially, Carver County dedicated a small forest to everyone's favorite four-legged friend, where plenty of tall trees, fresh water streams, gigantic leaf piles, paw and foot friendly trails, sizable grassy green spaces, and speedy squirrels for them to chase exist. In other words, dog heaven resides in Chanhassen. Also, don't worry about your pup running away, because there's a huge fence that wraps around the entire park. Aside from the park itself, prior to entering, there's a little area with a water fountain and hose. Visitors can use the hose down your pup, before loading him or her into the car. For $24, you can purchase the annual pass. Otherwise, like me, you'll have to pay $5 per visit. From what I heard from another dog owner, though, no one mans the tollbooth after September, so the park relies on the honor system for payment. Once you arrive, drive slightly past the tollbooth, and open up a metal lid that holds paper envelopes. Put your $5 in and write your name on it. It's a bit of a cumbersome process to enter, but seeing the biggest smile on my dog's face was well worth it.

Alright this review needs an update. Pretty crazy how this river has gotten clean over the past 15…read moreyears. No more barge traffic and no as much heavy industry above the city using the river like a toilet. No more labs but I have a couple of mutts and they love that frolic in the water. If I lived closer, this would be my #1 dog park. I usually get in 2+ miles of walking when I go here with the hounds. I don't have a problem paying for the parking since the city can offer this park. Does it get flooded when it is spring/a lot of rain? Sure but for the most part it is a great romp for the pooches and yourself. A nice incline down to the river requires a climb back up. The old trees that are down and the one thick old ones growing gives the walk a nice shaded feel and helps shelter out the noises of the city.

Sometimes there are not very well behaved dogs and uneducated owners. Beware. The water area needs…read moreto be fenced off as that's a total hazard. It's a nice large space for dogs to run though.

Hands down, best dog park in the area. Absolutely massive. Separate entrances and exits to…read moreaccommodate the higher traffic. FOR PUPS Tons of ponds, large and small, for pups of all sizes to comfortably splash around in. So much land for doggos to chase each other at full speed. Balls strewn all over. FOR HUMANS Picnic tables in every cleared area and by every pond. Free libraries with a small selection of books, primarily novels. Free poop bag dispensers by main trash and recycling areas. Only thing we need now is a shower area to rinse off stinky pondwater after playtime! Maybe a paid treat dispenser to help pay for upkeep and expenses.

This is my favorite dog park. Fully gated with acres of land. Trees, paths, and ponds. Friendly…read morepeople. Your dog will need a good recall because the place is huge. There is a separate small dog park. Lots of parking.

I had high expectation.... There was garbage, you could tell people live there in the picnic…read moretables, unfortunately I didn't feel safe.

A really nice dog park in downtown Saint Paul. I parked by the farmers market and walked over. It's…read moreright along the side of the CHS baseball field. There's only one dog area, so just be aware in case you have a small dog that's not used to bigger dogs. It's a long park that wraps around a bit but it's not very wide if your dog needs a lot of space to run around. But it's clean and the people are pretty friendly. I don't think it'll be our regular spot, since my puppy does better in more open spaces, but it's a great little spot!

Great off leash area for dogs. They have two areas. A smaller area that is fenced in and a larger…read morewooded area. Dogs must be current in vaccinations and display a rabies tag. Great place to take the dog off leash.

This park is right by the river with two big areas and several benches.There are a few medium…read moretrees. There are two water fountains one on each side. It's a pleasant play for dogs to run and walk. There is a lot of traffic noise. And sometimes there are shady people around the park. We visit often.

Beautiful dog park fenced in with lots of grass, benches and a beautiful overlook in the…read moreMississippi River. I have had the entire park to myself multiple times and there are two separate fenced in sections to be used for big and small dogs although you can mix and mingle especially during slow times. I haven't been able to get any of the drinking fountains to work which would be helpful to fill up doggie dishes so I have started bringing my own water. Contrary, this might be due to the nice season coming to a close where the water is flipped off? Some negatives of this park is that the parking lot is a very short hike near busy Shepard Road, the cars are loud zooming by and this used to the old location of the homeless tent city and you will still find some homeless crowds when you visit near the park but not inside. Overall, I have enjoyed my visits! I'm thankful this space got turned into something positive. Yay doggies!