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.

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.

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!

This is our favorite dog park in EP. Sometimes I go to the smaller park on Flying Cloud because it…read morehas a separate little-dog area, but I've never had any trouble at Staring with either my mini dachshund or chihuahua. This is a great park for dogs who love to run fast, like our corgi, or dogs who just like to sniff, pee on every blade of grass, and wander along. I love that the park is a fully fenced 4-acre hilly woodland place and even if a dog runs away, they can't get out and will find you eventually. There's no open or standing water, so your pooch won't get wet and stinky for your ride home. Spring and fall are my favorite times here because these woods get buggy in summer; that's when I switch to the park on Flying Cloud. It's smaller, just over an acre, but more open (wear sunscreen!) and there is agility equipment for both the large dog side and the little dog side. It's hilarious to watch my doxie "leap" over the 4" hurdle!

I wish we had a Dog Park like this in my state. It is so forested that you feel like you're in the…read moreopen woods except it is completely fenced in and safe for your dogs with the exception of this one lady Who sits back passively as her dog is being very aggressive... all of the other dog owners are very responsible and Intervine when their dogs get over excited or aggressive or jump on you. Every other dog and owner I encountered there during my 10 day visit was friendly two other dogs and dog owners. People are very good about picking up their poop. Plus it has an out house toilet in case the humans need to use it.

This place is great, my dog loves it! Huge fenced in area with so much space it truly never feels…read morebusy. It's very well maintained--in the summer they have plenty of water jugs and just added a mini pool by the parking lot in case you need to clean off your dog. Speaking of the parking lot, it can get very busy on the weekend so be prepared for that.

Iconic! If you have a dog and you have not been to the Rice Creek Off-Leash DP, you are missing…read moreout. Out of all the dogs parks in MN, this may be my favorite. First off, parking is a breeze and there are multiple entrances depending on the direction you are coming. Secondly, this DP is filled with water jugs and is fully stocked and reliant on patrons like you and volunteers to keep the grounds clean and running. Lastly, the entire space is massive with varying terrains ranging from sand to wood-chips to wooden docks to pavement to grass. The robust options for shade or sun are endless. We were able to see a wide variety of birds flying overhead on our most recent visit. I highly recommend Rice Creek Off-Leash DP to anyone with or without a dog. The grounds are absolutely stunning!!

Large outdoor park that has lots of room for dogs to run and chase. The ground is mainly wood chips…read moreand dirt, along with snow today. Most dogs are friendly off leash. The only issues are the garbage cans are outside the fenced area, requiring you to either leave your dog(s) unsupervised or wait until you are going to leave, to dump the pet waste. Overall, a decent place to being your furry family members.

What a great (and hidden) off-leash dog park! I live really close to this park and it was an…read moreawesome find - tons of street parking and a big field for tons of dogs to play in. There are two fence doors to make sure no dogs can run out into the street. On a nice day, it's wonderful to take your dog out here. There are trees which provide shade for you to sit under as well as benches in the park area. I've seen people bring their frisbees, balls, Chuck It's, etc. Be sure to bring some water and water bowls as I'm not sure if there is a hose or other water source. Be prepared to share with other dogs! I'll be sure to tell my friends to check out this dog park close by.

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.

I had the chance to swing by this place one time when I was in the area…read more It's huge. There are poop bags. A ton of water dishes. There are multiple paths you can take so that both you and your hound get your romp on. If you are in the area, you already know this. If you're new to the area, you've got a great place.

We went here for the first time over the weekend with our puppy and two year old mastiff to have a…read morereunion with our puppy's littermates! We got there early and walked the path that does a nice loop through the woods! The dogs had so much fun with littermates and playing with other dogs! We will have to go back soon!