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Top public and private dog hiking trails in Elk River, Minnesota

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Top public and private dog hiking trails in Elk River, Minnesota

16 spots found

Rent safe and private dog hiking trails all around the world. Sniffspot's private dog hiking trails are the best way to exercise your dog. We have the best variety and the best priced dog hiking trails anywhere!

Private dog park

4.92(12)

Oak Ridge Acres Dog Sanctuary's 10 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Forest Lake

Unfenced
10 acres

Water - kiddie pool

Water - hose

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

This is a very nice, woodsy Sniffspot with a fun natural trail. Make sure y... more

5 credits dog / hour
Forest Lake, MN
Oak Ridge Acres Dog Sanctuary's 10 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Forest Lake | Sniffspot
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invoice
Forest LakeMinnesota
4.912
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Rising star

Private dog park

5.00(3)

Jason's 5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Shakopee

Unfenced
5 acres

Fertilizer-free

Small dog friendly

Lake or pond

River, stream or creek

Super cool spot. Linda ran around freely and chased some ducks in the littl... more

5 credits dog / hour
Shakopee, MN
Jason's 5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Shakopee | Sniffspot
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invoice
ShakopeeMinnesota
5.03
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

4.81(47)

Linda's 5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Mayer

Fully Fenced
5 acres

Fully fenced area in Mayer, MN. Used to be horse and goat pasture so has lots of great smells! Woods, trails and open grass areas. Fire pit available for use as well.

Water - hose

Digging area

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Our dogs had a wonderful time! It was a great spot to run and smell. more

20 credits dog / hour
Mayer, MN
Linda's 5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Mayer | Sniffspot
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invoice
MayerMinnesota
4.847
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

4.99(688)

Acker's 10 Acre Private Dog Park In Afton

Fully Fenced
10 acres

We are about a quarter mile off the main road and our 10 acres go deeper into the woods. We have about 5 acres of wooded areas and 5 acres of open trails. It is a beautiful and private property. The property is 100% fenced- the fencing is 3 feet high- there is a gate in the driveway, once closed it is completely fenced in. We have water available for dogs- due to the cold weather, please message me if you want water available during your visit and I will put it out ahead of time if I am home.

Small dog friendly

Dog toys

Dog drinking water

Chairs

My two dogs had a great time running around and exploring. more

15 credits dog / hour
Afton, MN
Acker's 10 Acre Private Dog Park In Afton | Sniffspot
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invoice
AftonMinnesota
5.0688
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4.87(182)

Dreamdogos Private Dog Park In Isanti

Partially Fenced
55 acres

Dog treats

Dog toys

Agility equipment

Water - kiddie pool

Peter is a fantastic host with an excellent choice of activities for both y... more

10 credits dog / hour
Isanti, MN
Dreamdogos Private Dog Park In Isanti | Sniffspot
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invoice
IsantiMinnesota
4.9182
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

4.99(1,230)

Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun!

Partially Fenced
15 acres

🌸🌿🌱🌦️ Welcome to Spring at Poppy’s! The prairie and woods are coming alive! But spring also brings unpredictable weather, leading to changing conditions on the trails. Please come prepared for mud and uneven trails. But we can always promise excellent sniffs and adventure for your 4-legged friends no matter what! **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

Water - hose

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

This is a great spot! If your dog is a car chaser like mine you may want to... more

18 credits dog / hour
Chaska, MN
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
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invoice
ChaskaMinnesota
5.01230
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

4.95(101)

Fairhill meadow

Unfenced
44 acres

Spend some time on over 30 acres of rolling hills, woods, ravine, mowed paths. This area is used for a paintball playing area and is open when we dont have reservations.

Fertilizer-free

Dog toys

Water - mister

Trash can

It's been a long overdue trip to this Awesome Sniffspot! This spot is Parad... more

15 credits dog / hour
Buffalo, MN
Fairhill meadow | Sniffspot
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invoice
BuffaloMinnesota
5.0101
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

4.99(659)

7 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Lindstrom

Fully Fenced
7 acres

Our property is a dog’s paradise! We have an open backyard, wooded trails, and an orchard out back with tall grasses. We keep the trails and orchard mowed for walking, but your dog will have ample woods, puddles, and other adventures at their disposal! Since we live in the woods, we occasionally have trees fall down on our 5 foot welded wire fence. Please be mindful if your dog is an exit seeker, although we walk the fence and mend any spots we see often. There is a large pole barn visible near the gate where you enter that is our neighbor’s yard. His yard/barn is not visible from the rest of the property once you’re down the path a little ways. For SPRING/SUMMER months, tics and mosquitos are around. We do not spray our land, so make sure you and your pup have the protection you need. In summer mosquitos are often worse near dawn and at dusk, especially in thicker parts of the woods, and less so in the backyard and orchard areas. In the winter, we snowmobile our trails to keep them walkable! There may be slippery spots here and there, so prepare accordingly! Be sure to look ahead at the roads on MN 511 in case of winter weather.

Water - hose

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Water - kiddie pool

We always have a blast at your sniff spot. Thanks for sharing your beautifu... more

15 credits dog / hour
Lindstrom, MN
7 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Lindstrom | Sniffspot
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invoice
LindstromMinnesota
5.0659
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Lions Park with Dog Park

Unfenced
6.8 acres

Lions Park in New Hope, MN features an unfenced dog park area where small dogs can play and socialize. The park offers amenities such as dog drinking water, a field, and trails for both dogs and their owners to enjoy. Open from 6 AM to 10 PM, 7 days a week, this park provides a spacious and inviting environment for dogs to exercise and have fun.

Park hours: 6 AM–10 PM 7 days per Week

Small dog friendly

Dog drinking water

Field

Trail

No fee info
Minneapolis, MN
Lions Park with Dog Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
MinneapolisMinnesota
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Airport Dog Park 1

7.8 acres

Airport Dog Park 1 is a small dog friendly park located at 2501 W 61st St in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The park features amenities such as tables and trails for both owners and their furry companions to enjoy. Airport Dog Park 1 is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing a convenient option for dog owners to visit at any time.

Park hours: Open 24 hours 7 days per Week

Small dog friendly

Table

Trail

No fee info
Minneapolis, MN
Airport Dog Park 1 | Sniffspot
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invoice
MinneapolisMinnesota
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Jail Trail (North Loop) Mountain Bike and Cross Country Ski Trailhead

5.4 acres

The Jail Trail (North Loop) in St. Cloud, Minnesota is a popular mountain bike and cross country ski trailhead located at 15 Th Ave. The park offers picturesque views of a river, stream or creek, and a spacious field for visitors to enjoy. The trail is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For more information, visitors can visit the website mtbproject.com or contact the park at 320-257-5959 or via email at support@MTBProject.com.

Park hours: Open 24 hours 7 days per Week

River, stream or creek

Field

Trail

No fee info
St Cloud, MN
Jail Trail (North Loop) Mountain Bike and Cross Country Ski Trailhead | Sniffspot
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invoice
St CloudMinnesota
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Bob Cross Nature Preserve

11 acres

The Bob Cross Nature Preserve in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota is a dog-friendly park with amenities such as dog drinking water, a dog washing area, and a trail for walking and exercising pets. The park is open from 5 AM to 11:59 PM every day of the week. For more information, visit the city's website at ci.sauk-rapids.mn.us or contact the park at 320-258-5300.

Park hours: 5 AM–11:59 PM 7 days per Week

Dog drinking water

Dog washing area

Trail

No fee info
Sauk Rapids, MN
Bob Cross Nature Preserve | Sniffspot
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invoice
Sauk RapidsMinnesota
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Millstream Park

35 acres

Millstream Park is a dog-friendly park located at 725 Co Rd 75 in St Joseph, Minnesota. The park features amenities such as tables, fields, and trails for dogs to enjoy. The park is open from 7 AM to 10 PM, seven days a week. For more information, visit the city's website at cityofstjoseph.com or email ascepaniak@cityofstjoseph.com.

Park hours: 7 AM–10 PM 7 days per Week

Table

Field

Trail

No fee info
St Joseph, MN
Millstream Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
St JosephMinnesota
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

Kirstyn's 11 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Stanchfield

Unfenced
11 acres

Dog toys

Dog treats

Fertilizer-free

Dog first aid kit

10 credits dog / hour
Stanchfield, MN
Kirstyn's 11 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Stanchfield | Sniffspot
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invoice
StanchfieldMinnesota
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

Sharon's 20 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Rush City

Unfenced
20 acres

20 acres with a hill and a view of the lake. A creek runs through as well with a bridge over the creek for easy access. There are trails mowed for easy access and an open field available with a picnic table as well.

Fertilizer-free

Small dog friendly

Chairs

Off street parking

15 credits dog / hour
Rush City, MN
Sharon's 20 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Rush City | Sniffspot
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invoice
Rush CityMinnesota
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(1)

Sarah's Private Dog Park In Afton

Unfenced
9.7 acres

10 acres. Horses and sheep to see. Back unfenced pasture and up the hill woods to explore.

Pesticide-free

Water - hose

Dog drinking water

Trash can

They are new to the Sniffspot! Then so I am! My dog and I had fun walking... more

15 credits dog / hour
Afton, MN
Sarah's Private Dog Park In Afton | Sniffspot
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invoice
AftonMinnesota
5.01
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

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Why rent a private dog hiking trails in Elk River, Minnesota?

FeaturesSniffspotPublic park
Designed for private play
Rentable by the hour
Off leash options
Very large and/or fully fenced options
Pricing$5 - $15 per dog per hourFree

How do Elk River's private dog hiking trails work?

Private rentals by the hour

Our hosts are locals that are renting their yards and private land to dog owners

Trust and safety first

Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit

Reactive dogs welcome

Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind

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Frequently asked questions about Elk River dog hiking trails

Where can I find dog hiking trails in Elk River?

Elk River has 16 private dog hiking trails available through Sniffspot, offering natural exploration and varied terrain in completely private settings. These locations range from compact spaces to properties spanning 55+ acres. Whether you need a space for your reactive dog, puppy socialization, senior dog gentle exercise, or high-energy play, Elk River dog hiking trails provide safe, private environments. Filter for "fewer dogs seen/heard," specific amenities, or fencing types to find your perfect match.

How many dog hiking trails are in Elk River?

Elk River offers 16 dog hiking trails ranging from compact spaces to properties spanning acres. You'll find diverse options: fully-fenced for escape artists, indoor climate-controlled for year-round use, swimming pools for hot days, agility courses for training, and more. Each Elk River dog hiking trail listing shows detailed photos, amenities, fencing specs, and reviews from local dog owners.

Are Elk River dog hiking trails good for all dog types?

Yes! Elk River dog hiking trails work for every dog: puppies learning socialization, senior dogs needing gentle exercise, small dogs who feel safer without large breeds, high-energy dogs requiring space, and reactive or anxious dogs needing privacy. The completely private bookings mean each dog gets the environment they need. Browse Elk River's 16 options to find spaces matching your dog's specific temperament and needs.

Will I encounter other dogs at Elk River dog hiking trails?

Not a chance. Elk River dog hiking trails operate on a strict one-booking-at-a-time system, so the space is entirely yours during your reserved slot. Host dogs are kept away, and there's a mandatory 30-minute buffer between bookings—meaning you won't cross paths with the previous or next guest. For Elk River owners with reactive dogs, puppies, or any dog needing privacy, this makes all the difference in providing safe, stress-free exercise.

Are Elk River dog hiking trails safe for fearful or anxious dogs?

Yes! Elk River dog hiking trails provide controlled, predictable environments without the chaos of public dog parks. Since bookings are completely private with 30-minute buffers, anxious dogs can explore a natural outdoor path where dogs can explore varied terrain off-leash in a safe, private environment without overwhelming encounters. Many Elk River dog owners specifically choose dog hiking trails for fearful dogs who need gentle, stress-free exercise environments.

Can puppies use Elk River dog hiking trails?

Absolutely! Elk River dog hiking trails are excellent for puppy socialization because they're private and controlled. Puppies can explore a natural outdoor path where dogs can explore varied terrain off-leash in a safe, private environment, practice recall, and build confidence without the overwhelming chaos that can create fear or reactivity in young dogs. Just ensure your puppy has age-appropriate vaccinations before visiting.

How do I choose the best dog hiking trail in Elk River?

Start by filtering Elk River's 16 dog hiking trails for your specific needs: secure fencing for escape artists, "fewer dogs seen/heard" for reactive dogs, flat terrain for seniors, appropriate sizing for small dogs, or specific amenities for training. Look for "Top Spots" like Elk River's Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! with excellent reviews.Read feedback from other Elk River owners with similar dog types to find your perfect match.

What are Elk River's dog hiking trail requirements?

All dogs must have basic vaccinations or titers. Each Elk River host may have additional rules on their listing. Most dog hiking trails welcome all breeds, sizes, and temperament levels, including reactive dogs who can't safely visit public dog parks. Adult supervision is required at all times.

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