I like this place in a pinch. If I'm running around with the hounds and they need to get a quick sniff on and I'm close by, this is where I go. It's fairly long, a small dog area and it is great for the owners who have the dogs who like to retrieve as it is a great spot to launch that tennis ball. read more

High Bridge Dog Park - Dog Parks Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Great park, friendly and responsible pet owners. Seems to be an easy way to help dogs socialize without having to drive too far

One of my favorite dog parks to go to. It's a huge long stretch that gives you room to walk around. The drainage is good so it doesn't get too muddy (except in the spring). Just wish they had lights at night. read more

High Bridge Dog Park - Dog Parks Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

After a morning full of city attractions, I ran back to the Airbnb to grab my dog for his own sightseeing experience. (We'd expected slightly better weather so he didn't get to join us that morning.) My friend recommended this park for the size and location, which was near our rental but also near a walking trail along the river. After driving around like a crazy person trying to figure out the actual access point, we FINALLY found the entrance at the end of the road right before the dead end. Like others have said, the parking lot is a mud pit when wet and there's a long dusty valley right down the middle of the park from the moment you walk in. It seemed like they may have been doing some landscaping in parts of the park as well due to large mounds of fresh soil. My dog absolutely loved the socialization and the backdrop of the downtown skyline was an added bonus for humans. Didn't notice many forgotten poos as some had mentioned, but we did miss having more waste stations like we do at our home park. All in all, a really great space for your pups! Though I hope they get more grass and some poo bag stations in there for you locals :) read more

As we were driving cross country through America this summer I was actively looking for a place to let my dog run. The location was awesome, saw no poop piles, a place for big dogs as well as a place for small dogs. Lots of trees for shade and to pee on for our furry little guys. read more

High Bridge Dog Park - Clover patch for Annie to take a break in after serious romping - Dog Parks Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

IT'S OPEN! Yes, the High Bridge Dog Park in Downtown St. Paul is open! There's a new entrance on Washington St between Shepard Rd and Spring St. See photos. (Note that as of summer, 2017, the entrance on Randolph St is closed. About a quarter of the space has been fenced off.) So, yes! Bring your dogs! The majority of the park is open! read more

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High Bridge is my absolute favorite off-leash dog park in the Twin Cities! It's guaranteed to make your dogs tail wag like crazy! What you need to know: -Fenced in off-leash dog park -A small portion of the dog park is fenced off for small dogs -Ample gravel surface lot parking -Bring your own dog bag. Sometimes dog park patrons will leave plastic bags in designated areas. If you take a bag, bring a bag the next time you visit the park -Dress accordingly. Depending on weather the park can get a little muddy. That being said, you may want to bring a towel to wipe off your dogs paws before you head home -High Bridge is HUGE so be prepared to do some walking -A port-a-potty is located at the entrance of the park read more

High Bridge Dog Park - Entrance, March 2014 - Dog Parks Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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This is one of our favorite dog parks in the area both because of its accessibility and the people (and dogs) there. It's kind of tucked under the bridge (hence the name) and is one long and narrow piece of property. If you have a good arm, that makes it excellent for fetch! There are lots of communal water bowls, and people are really good about bringing fresh water, sharing with others, etc. There's also a big mailbox right at the front entrance to the property that serves as a "take one, leave one" plastic bag receptacle for those who have extra bags or those that need one. People are also very good about cleaning up after their pets, which is very much appreciated. A couple of notes: -It's dusty, so wear closed-toed shoes unless you want to come home with really dirty feet. -The double gated entry way can be crowded sometimes but people are really courteous about waiting their turn. -Like I said, bringing a jug of water and either leaving it when you depart or at least emptying it into one of the bowls is encouraged and appreciated by all two-legged and four-legged park goers, I think. -Dogs and owners here are really friendly and much more "normal." I've been to some dog parks where the owners are particularly tightly-wound about dog park etiquette and almost cliquey in terms of who they want to stand around and talk with. This park is exactly the opposite. Everyone, dogs and people, are really friendly, which makes it a pleasure to visit. read more

Teddi loves his new play area!! This dog park is amazing and I love the drive into the park unlike my fellow yelper. I think its so pretty seeing the St Paul Skyline and river. Teddi has met many new friends and so have I!! We go to the park about five times a week and will continue to do so. The dogs, for the most part, are all friendly and most owners pick up after the dogs. I have run into a few mounds of doggy doo so shame on whoever is not picking it up! Close to my house, well taken care of, whats not to love! Bring your pooch down to meet Teddi! read more

Took my senior dog here on a Monday around 8pm. There were 20-30 dogs all running around. Everyone seemed to be picking up after their dogs and all the dogs were very friendly. After 45 my dog had made great friends and there was not a single fearful or aggressive dog in the place, they all seemed to be having fun playing together. I will go back often! I do wish it was a little larger and there are no water fountains so BYOW. The convenience to my apartment and how friendly and well behaved everyone was certainly made up for it. read more

High Bridge Dog Park - Facing north - Dog Parks Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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'Paw'isitives (see what I did there) : So it's a great (small) city space and a great view of the St. Paul skyline. I like it most because it's smaller, the dogs usually more compact - easier time for a 'quick' socialization dog park trip. Negatives: some folks don't pick up after pups!!! read more

It's great that's it's near downtown, and it's a fun spot, but all the zig zagging I have to do to drive there is a little frustrating. However, if you already live off Shepard or Randolph, you will have no idea what I'm talking about and this is a super convenient dog park for you. That aside, it's a seven acre dog park located under the Smith Ave bridge. Pre-noon, there is no shade to be found, however in the afternoon the bridge itself creates a nice shady area by the entrance. It's a big open field, and for having only been open a handful of weeks, it's pretty popular. There are some maple and oak saplings planted, so in a few years (to be generous) there will be some more shady spots. But if you bring your own water, and a tennis ball, you and your pup could have quite a bit of fun here. read more

High Bridge Dog Park - Dog Parks Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

On my first visit, I was hopeful that the large field west of High Bridge, owned by Excel Energy (I think) was also part of the dog park and provided some walking trails. Sadly, that's not the case. The High Bridge Dog Park provides a wide open space for dogs to play off-leash... always a good resource... but an on-leash walk along the Mississippi River seems like a better use of time. This is why I'll bundle the two. I take the dog for a 2-3 mile walk, westward and back, along the Mississippi River and wrap up at the dog park for a bit of socialization. I don't consider this dog park a stand-alone destination. This park itself is hot and sunny. It doesn't take much wind for it to get dusty or much rain for it to get muddy. There isn't much of interest for dog owners - except the ability to sit with other dog owners and converse. read more

High Bridge Dog Park - Long, open stretch. High bridge dog park in a nut shell. - Dog Parks Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

It is not reachable at this time because of road closures and there is nothing on their web site to alert users. We wasted several hours trying to get to the entrance from several. Directions with no luck. Please update your website! read more

The park is at the end of a long road that goes under the high bridge. The parking lot isn't paved, so it may get muddy when it rains. The entrance I imagine also gets muddy. There's a small dog area and a general dog area. The general dog area is a wide and long space, just far enough for your dog to get out of sight but not so far that you'd have to go looking for him. It doesn't seem to have lights if you come early or late, and there're only one set of waste bins, by the entrance. But it's a great spot. We'll probably be regulars! read more

Pros: it's big, it's fenced, it's free, it's reasonably clean Cons: main area muddy in wet weather, other owners don't always control their dogs. My dog has a great time at High Bridge Dog Park - since we recently moved to a house in St Paul without a fenced yard (and this little angel can't always be trusted off leash with squirrels about), I thought this securely fenced park might be a good option for her to have some off-leash free time. The main dog area is quite large, mostly dirt/mulch and brush - not much grass, but the small dog area (under 25lb) is grassy and a bit nicer. My fur baby has fun in both...well, depending on the other dogs around. Here's truly the only problem I have - other owners don't follow the rules very well - "Always have control over your dog" and "Don't allow your dog to approach another dog without their owner's permission." My dog was a rescue with an unknown first year, and obviously not socialized to other dogs - it takes a very long time for her to make friends with her own species. She trusts humans more than dogs (wants to play with other owners more than their dogs at the park), and doesn't seem to understand dog behaviors like sniffing butts, mainly just ignores other dogs - most get the hint and leave her be after a quick sniff, but when other dogs never let up, she interprets their behavior as aggressive and runs away - if she feels trapped, she cowers and bares her teeth. And despite this obvious defensive behavior from my dog, lots of other owners don't seem to care what their dogs are doing, one lady even scolded ME for picking her up after 2 dogs chased her all over the small dog area and my poor, obviously terrified pup was begging me to get her out of there. Granted, I don't truly know how to socialize my dog, but I'm afraid she might resort to bite if owners don't call their own off her. So please be aware - both of what other owners allow and what you allow your own pup to do. (Steps down from soapbox) Ps if you are a dog whisperer, your advice on socializing my overly-shy pup is welcome! read more

Not a large dog park, but really close to home, so it's really convenient to just to get the pooches a quick run when I don't have hours to spare. The City of St. Paul has been really responsive to feedback about holes in the fences, and have been active about planting trees. People seem to be good about picking up after their dogs and there are adequate garbage cans dispersed around. The parking lot is gravel and dirt, and is horrible right now (pot-holes) from the freezes and thaws of winter. It is also very muddy, and will just get worse further into spring. Right now there is still adequate snow-cover over the actual park area, but I'm thinking once that melts it will be too muddy to visit for a couple months. Right now we carry our dogs from the car to the park (even the 60-pounder), otherwise they would be covered in mud. read more

Our small chihuahua mix loved the separate play area for small dogs (under 25 lbs). Perfect pre or post walk (on a leash, of course) along the river. There was an on-site porta-potty. Take a bag/leave a bag for poo. Only con was it was a bit muddy from all the rain lately, but not much can be done with that. We'll be back. read more

My wife and I have two dogs, so any chance to get them out of the house and burn some energy is welcomed. We found out about the High Bridge Dog Park from a friend and were very pleased overall. The park is a good size - it can accommodate dozens of dogs without feeling over-crowded - but it is small enough that you don't have to worry about losing your dog if they run off. (ie - Battle Creek) The location is a bit of a disappointment if you're coming from the north or east as you have to drive a few minutes extra to the south to get to the road to the park, but it really isn't as bad as others have made it sound. The only other real negatives to the park are that there is no running water and we have encountered a couple of dogs that were too aggressive/not attended closely enough by their owners. Other than those couple of bad eggs, we have met a lot of friendly people (and dogs) and the park has always been very clean. One final note - the parking lot is dirt/gravel...so be aware in the spring or after a large storm. There are a handful of parking spots on the road by the river trail if you don't feel like taking your car off road. read more

My pup and I are regulars here. We love it! Things to consider when visiting: - Bring water (there isn't a spout at the park) - Bring towels on muddy days read more

I'm happy to have this place here since the Twin Cities (Saint Paul especially) is a bit lacking in dog parks. Maybe I have just been spoiled with the parks in some other states, but there are a couple of areas they could improve...like a water station! Other parks I have frequented have had a couple of hoses in a paved area where you could wash your dog after they (inevitably) dive into a mud pit. Also the addition of a couple water fountains with the doggie bowl on the bottom would be great. Everyone has to lug around a gallon of water here, and it's only enough for drinking water, not for washing. Also the size isn't super, it's not small enough to let owners just sit and talk while the dogs play within viewing distance, and smaller parks encourage more play between the dogs, in a big park like this they tend to do more solo wandering as the owners lug their gallon jugs around behind them. If it's gonna be a big park, it should be a BIG park, where you can do some adventuring, like the Minnehaha park. It's just don't love this awkward in-between size, but in the end it's better than nothing, and there are always plenty of dogs for my Wilma to play with. read more

This is a great spot to take my puppy for some off-leash time running and wrestling with other dogs. She always finds dogs to play with, and the steady influx of people with their dogs helps too. There are some regulars that we look forward to seeing too. Unfortunately sometimes there are occasional brawls as some dogs get overly aggressive in their play and owners regardless should take responsibility in watching closely and not consider this their own time (to catch up on their emails for example). Although most owners seem good about this, I've had to step in and separate an aggressive dog a few times where owners were not nearby. One time the owner was waiting for his girlfriend to catch-up to him though he recognized his dog just attacked two other dogs (the dog ran quickly up, went straight for their necks and shook). I broke that up and held his dog while he eventually made it over to us. The response was "he's normally not like that." We then checked their necks for wounds and took steps to de traumatize/limit the severity of this experience towards their next interactions. Basically, one younger puppy was in defense mode immediately after that and we got her back to feeling safe. I've also seen some people not pick up poop, where owners should be more attentive. And, whenever the high bridge is finished the park should be even bigger, but right not fenced off partially for safety. Overall, though you can experience this type of stuff anywhere, I really like this park. Majority of people are nice, social, take care of their dogs, know the possibility of dog aggressiveness, are attentive, and pick up their poop. A couple suggestions are: bring water to put in bowls (sharing is caring) and poop bags (if you have some to spare you can also put them in the plastic mailbox inside the entry gate).Also, there are no parking signs now right in front of the entrance so be aware (just because other cars are there doesn't mean it's safe). read more

This is a great park, plenty of room for the dogs to run and explore. Be sure to bring your own water, there are bowls around you can fill, but water is not provided. It's good to see the Twin Cities get more dog parks! read more

We have a 10lb 4 year old chihuahua who absolutely loves this place. We've only had him less than a year and typically bring him 3-5 times a week (helps we live a mile away). The small dog area is perfect for him as are all the little dogs that come here on a regular basis. The owners are all really cool and easy to chat with. Funny thing though, I don't know any of the owners' names but know all of the dogs' names. Comes with the territory I guess :) read more

It's a nice place to bring your dog(s) if your close by. I just wish the the park had multiple ways to get too. If you have the time definitely check out the Battle Creek dog park. Every dog park is probably going to have that one owner and dog that will create a not so good experience but that's why it's a public park. You just got to move on and keep yourself and your pups safe. read more

We love taking our dog here and wearing her out on the weekends! It would be nice if there were a few more trash cans, but otherwise it serves its purpose well. Everyone we've met is generally friendly and accepting of our energetic, sometimes rambunctious, 1.5 year old dog. read more

It was our first time visiting this dog park today and I was quite impressed! The small dog park is rather tiny, but the big dog park (where our small dog was more than welcome) was probably one of the biggest dog parks I've ever seen! I also appreciated that it was easy to get to and there were signs once you entered the park to denote the location of the dog park. My only complaint is that when we went today, the place was basically an ice rink. Our dog is small and had a blast running around on the ice, but my husband and I had a few close calls with some disastrous falls (we somehow remained upright). Other than that, great dog park. Definitely plan to return. read more

I love this dog park because I can have a visual on my dog at all times. It's big enough for her to run far but completely open. Her breed is so fast, I almost lost her at Battle Creek dp. I also feel like owners at this park were way more in control of their dogs. Great vibe, friendly people, friendly dogs. Plus the view of downtown St. Paul is kind of a nice backdrop. read more

There are very few dog parks in St. Paul, so I am very happy to see a new one open up. I agree that getting here can be tricky if you are not familiar with the area, but once you figure out where it is, it is easy enough to come back. I agree with Sue M. Please leave your kids at home. It is a dog park. The little kids tend to run through the trails and dogs are tempted to give chase! It is a park for dogs to run free, not small children. The trails are a bit uneven but easily manageable in good walking shoes. There are various trails (goat paths) with grass and wildflowers growing in the between spaces. Owners, for the most part, seem to be picking up after their pets. There are garbage cans provided for waste. However, there is no water provided and owners must bring their own supply. There are long stretches of trails for dogs to run and most evenings you can find your own space to be away from others if that's what you are looking for. The trails are far enough apart along the sides that the dogs see each other but may not be motivated enough to go check each other out. The middle section is wide open and dogs are more social with each other in that area. There's not much shade, so wear your sunscreen. Parking is free and there is a great trail by the river that you can enjoy also. read more

I visited High Bridge for the first time yesterday evening. It was spacious. Less dogs than the one I usually go to, Arlington, by Maryland. I loved that there are 2 separate sides for the bigger dogs and the smaller dogs. That's lovely! Although, it was a vast space of flat land where I was able to keep an eye on my dog at all times, some of the ppl weren't very welcoming. Their body language and stares made me feel very unwelcome and uneasy. Almost as if they were staring at a creature. It was like they were saying with their facial expressions "what are you doing here?" Yes, I can see I'm Asian and don't dress "nice". No reason to treat me the way they did. One woman in particular- ugh. My Sasha is a German Shepherd mix. She's 3yo and wanted to play with a chihuahua. The chihuahua seemed like it wanted to play too, but I think Sasha's size scared it some so it started nipping at Sasha's face. Sasha would back off and it'd nip at her face again. The owner of the dog acted like it was my fault. My dog was backing off. Hers kept going. She eventually stepped in between them and grabbed her dog. We were already on our way out when this occurred. Also, there needs to be more trash cans along the fence. read more

I take one of my dogs there 3 or 4 nights a week and am grateful to Excel & the City of St. Paul for creating this park. St. Paul is way behind other major cities in creating Dog Parks, so hopefully they will add others. I do wish the park was larger - there is so much open and unused space down there, and it would be nice if the center of the area was not fenced off - it wastes at least 2 acres of the supposed 7 acres. Just fill in the mudpit and open up that section too. The park gets a lot of use, and most owners seem to be cleaning up. The tables and benches are nice and the parking is terrific . But PLEASE, leave your small children at home - this is a Dog Park, not a Kids Park. read more

My dog and I are frequent visitors to this dog park, we've only been to one other and I by far favor this one over the other we went to. It's pretty big for being so close to downtown, and it tends to draw a lot of dogs, which provides some fun exercise for the pups. I really only have one complaint. They don't have dog fountains anywhere for the dogs to drink out of. They have bowls sporadically placed, but unless you or someone else brings water to fill it, there is nothing for the dogs to drink. Other than that, it's a nice park with close access to a walking trail along the Mississippi if you want some more exercise. read more

I took my 12 pound dog there today for the first time. I looked like a great park, dog owners were helpful and all the dogs were playful. While my dog was investigating the park she got out of the area by going under the access gates, especially the one to the right of the entrance gate. These access gate are set to high for the smaller size dogs. I was really disappointed with this park because it looked so promising. read more