Top public and private small dog parks in Saint Clair, Minnesota

Fully Fenced for your Furbabies

This spot is not a huge country spot, but what it is is the perfect size to not over stimulate your pup. There’s room to run, lots to smell, trees to provide shade, a sandbox to roll in and places to play hide and seek with your bestie! It’s small enough for training and dogs with higher anxiety levels nd big enough to throw a ball or let them run out their zoomies. Tons of leaves that can be piled up for those that like the leaf piles, water bowls, a couple small kid pools in the warmer months, a hose is always available, pet towels available as well!

13 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Lake Crystal

Dog Park at Kiwanis Recreation Area

The dog park at Kiwanis Recreation Area in Mankato, Minnesota is an unfenced enclosure that welcomes small dogs. It features an indoor restroom for visitors and is located near a river, stream or creek. The park is open daily from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. and offers a beautiful natural setting for dogs to run and play. For more information, visit their website at https://www.mankatomn.gov/about-mankato/parks-trails-and-recreation/community-parks/kiwanis-recreation-area or contact them at (507) 387-8600 or 311@mankatomn.gov.

Park hours: 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. daily

Saint Peter Dog Park

Saint Peter Dog Park in Minnesota is located at 43358 Rabbit Rd and is an unfenced dog park that is small dog friendly. It offers amenities such as chairs and tables for visitors to use. The park is open from sunrise to sunset and more information can be found on their website at https://www.saintpetermn.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Saint-Peter-Dog-Park-16. For inquiries, you can contact them at (507) 934-0070 or email jenh@saintpetermn.gov.

Park hours: sunrise to sunset

Dog Park at Lake Chase Park

The Dog Park at Lake Chase Park in Owatonna, Minnesota is an unfenced park that is small dog friendly and equipped with a dog washing area. The park is lit at night for evening visits and features a field for dogs to run and play. The park is open Monday through Sunday from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM. For more information, visit their website https://www.owatonna.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/-47 or contact them at (507) 444-4321.

Park hours: M - F 6:00 AM —  11:00 PM Sat 6:00 AM —  11:00 PM Sun 6:00 AM —  11:00 PM

Crazy Acres Sniffspot - spacious space for you & your dog!

Our Sniffspot is less than 10 min off 35W. The space if fully fenced and almost a full acre. This fence is along the road and isn't connected to any buildings. The space is a gradual hill so you will get a workout walking around the space.

Dog Park at South German Park

The Dog Park at South German Park in New Ulm, Minnesota is an unfenced park located at 527 S German St. It is small dog friendly and features a field for dogs to play and socialize. For more information, visit their website at https://www.newulmmn.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Dog-Park-6 or call (507) 359-8344.

Albert Lea Community Dog Park at Brookside Park

The Albert Lea Community Dog Park at Brookside Park in Albert Lea, Minnesota, is an unfenced area that is small dog friendly. It offers amenities such as chairs, dog drinking water, a table, a field, and access to a lake or pond. For more information, contact (507) 377-4377 or email jgabrielatos@ci.albertlea.mn.us.

Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun!

🍂 🍁 Fall is beautiful at Poppy’s! Enjoy the crisp air and keep warm with an autumn hike through our trails! We are also open all winter! Ice cleats and Snowshoes will be available when the snow flies! **Fostering a dog? Message for special discounts** This is our private residence. Our dogs love walking the trails, sprinting through the woods, and diving through the prairie grasses. We love offering other pups the chance to enjoy it too! The trails are mostly wooded, and there is a ravine with a small creek (often dry in the summer). There are areas of trails, woods, prairie, and mowed grass. There is a barbed-wire fence marking the property line around the property, however it is not fully-fenced. Your dog will need to know to stay close enough to you or respond to your calls. *Poop bags provided* 10% of all profit is donated to dog rescue organizations

Bring Fido to blow off some steam at the Fairmont Dog Park, located adjacent to the walk/bike/run trail system and the Aquatic Park in Fairmount, MN. This 1.5-acre off-leash pup recreation area has a double-gated entryway with separate areas for small and large dogs. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any less that is left behind.

Located in Fairmount, MN, the Fairmont Dog Park is a 1.5-acre off-leash pup recreation area adjacent to the walk/bike/run trail system and Aquatic Park. With separate areas for small and large dogs, dog owners are reminded to clean up after their pets. Amenities include chairs, dog drinking water, and a table. The park is open daily during daylight hours and can be reached at (507) 238-9461 or fairmontdogpark@gmail.com. Visit https://fairmont.org/dog-park/ for more information.

Park hours: The site is open daily during daylight hours.

Cleary Lake Dog Off-Leash Area

Cleary Lake Dog Off-Leash Area in Prior Lake, Minnesota offers a variety of amenities including a river, stream, lake, and swimming pool for dogs to enjoy. The area is unfenced, with a requirement for all users to carry a pass, ensuring each family member has their own pass. Pass fees are per household, with the option to purchase a day pass if an annual pass is forgotten. Dogs must be under control, with a maximum of two dogs per handler. Owners must clean up after their pets, provide proof of rabies vaccination, and refrain from bringing symptomatic dogs. Children under 15 must be supervised by an adult.

Ritter Farm Dog Park

Ritter Farm Dog Park in Lakeville, Minnesota is an unfenced park located at 19300 Ritter Pkwy Trl. The park is small dog friendly, provides drinking water for dogs, and features a lake or pond for them to enjoy. The park is open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. and can be contacted at (952) 985-4400 or smatthews@lakevillemn.gov. More information can be found on their website at https://www.lakevillemn.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/-28.

Park hours: 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. daily

Bar Bara's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Faribault

Jodi's Private Dog Park

Come enjoy a game of Frisbee or Chuck-it with your best friend. Well-kept partially fenced field to let your dog get all their sniffs stretch their legs. Feel free to message for details.

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Devon's Spot Near Circle Lake

Large yard with 4' picket fence. Beautiful view of pond outside the fence.

Madison's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Owatonna

Alessa's 5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Lakeville

We have a dog loving property with lots of acres to share! A spot for your pets and you to enjoy the fresh air and beautiful outside weather, as well as fetch, and privacy. I will try to accommodate your schedule as much as possible please feel free to reach out with questions!

Michael's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Arlington

Have a backyard that we would love to rent out so you can stay away from dog parks! Have 3 dogs at home but they will be inside while you visit. We will be adding more and more exciting things for your fur babies, as we get settled in.

Stephanie's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Owatonna

Corey's 3 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Northfield

Sarah's Private Dog Park In Faribault

Fenced in yard, small but yet quite yard. Gate for easy access. Not only are we small dog friendly, large dog friendly but we are also kid friendly with small child toys and basketball hoop to pass the time while your dogs play.

Charlie's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Carver

Nice fenced in yard for smaller to mid size dogs. Larger area for larger dogs right behind smaller dog park shown in the pictures.