If you want to buy a home in a city where your dog is welcome, look no further than the great city of Minneapolis. The city of Minneapolis is full of places that allow you to bring your four-legged friend along. That includes outdoor cafes in summer, doggy play centers, pet supply stores, and of course outdoor off-leash dog parks (OLDPs). In Minneapolis, you must comply with all relevant ordinances including those listed in Chapter 64 of the Minneapolis Municipal Code. You may bring up to three dogs to an OLDP but must have a license and off-leash permit for each one. Annual off-leash permits for residents are $35 for the first dog and $25 for each additional dog. Daily permits are available for $5 per dog, and OLDPs are open from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
1. Lake of the Isles OLDP
Lake of the Isles Park is visited by an average of 5.5 million people a year and contains a great off-leash dog park near walking paths, ice rinks, and more. You and your pup may visit any area of Lake of the Isles Park as long as he is leashed. The OLDP is on the south side of the lake between West Lake of the Isles Parkway and West Lake Street. It encompasses 1.87 acres, is completely fenced, and is comprised of wood chips, dirt, and grass. This East Isles neighborhood OLDP has mature trees, benches, and night lights that allow you to stay until closing time. You will find street parking, and lots of room for your pooch to run or play fetch at this park. And in case your four-legged friend is small and shy, there is a separately-fenced area just for dogs under 20 pounds.
Lake of the Isles OLDP
2845 W Lake of the Isles Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55405
Phone:Â 612-230-6000
2. Loring Park OLDP
Loring Park walking paths wrap around the Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway and its OLDP is one of the prettiest dog parks in Minneapolis. Encompassing .22 acres, roughly 10,000 square feet, the fenced OLDP is located in the Loring Park neighborhood just steps from the Walker Art Center and Sculpture Garden. It is conveniently located near downtown Minneapolis. Enter the park at the corner of Maple Street and Harmon Place, where metered street parking is available. The Loring Park OLDP provides benches and night lights. The beautifully-designed space also has nice landscaping complete with grass, gravel, small boulders, and a bridge. There is even a drinking fountain just for dogs at the Loring Park OLDP.
Loring Park OLDP
1382 Willow Street
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Phone:Â 612-230-6000
3. Lyndale Farmstead OLDP
Lyndale Farmstead Park is one of the oldest recreational parks in Minnesota. Its OLDP encompasses .62 acres in the East Harriet neighborhood of Minneapolis, and is located on Dupont Avenue South and 39th Street. Street parking is available on West 38th Street, West 40th Street, and Bryant Avenue South near the Dupont Avenue entrance. The Lyndale Farmstead OLDP is completely fenced. This unique space has a crushed granite surface so consider the sensitivity of your dogs’s paws before coming. It was built on a surface similar to a baseball diamond for the purpose of quick draining when it’s wet. When your pooch is all pooped out, bring him home and return to Lyndale Farmstead Park for skating, biking, soccer, or walking.
Lyndale Farmstead OLDP
845 Dupont Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55409
Phone: 612-230-6000
4. Minnehaha OLDP
The Minnehaha OLDP is located in the scenic Minnehaha Regional Park, which is visited by 850,000 people every year. The park is in the Hiawatha and Minnehaha neighborhoods and encompasses more than six acres. Leashed dogs are allowed anywhere in the park, including at the 53-foot waterfall and in picnic areas. Entrance to the OLDP is located at East 54th Street and Hiawatha Avenue. Parking is available in the on-site lot for a fee. You won’t find a prettier place to bring your pooch. There is plenty of green space and the waterfalls are a must-see attraction. River access gives dogs the opportunity to swim or just cool off, and the many mature trees keep this OLDP nice and comfortable in hot weather.
Minnehaha OLDP
5399 Minnehaha Park Drive South
Minneapolis, MN 55417
Phone: 612-230-6000
5. St. Anthony Parkway OLDP
The St. Anthony Parkway OLDP is in the Northeast neighborhood of Minneapolis and encompasses 2.17 acres within Columbia Park. The OLDP is on the south side of the Parkway across the street from the Golf Learning Center. Parking is available in a lot on the west side of the Golf Learning Center. This OLDP is known for its friendly dogs and people. The busiest time is usually from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. The St. Anthony Parkway OLDP is completely fenced, and is comprised of grass and wood chips. The area has mature trees, nice walking paths, and night lights. It is a long and narrow space that offers lots of room for Fido to play fetch. Plus, if you bring a dog-sitter you might catch a round of golf next door before you go home.
St. Anthony Parkway OLDP
700 St. Anthony Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55418
Phone: 612-230-6000
2 Point Highlight
If you want to buy a home in a city where your dog is welcome, look no further than the great city of Minneapolis.
Annual off-leash permits for Minneapolis residents are $35 for the first dog and $25 for each additional dog.
