Top public and private small dog parks in Fort Ripley, Minnesota

Cuyuna canine club

Very private acreage close to Crosby/Ironton for you and your canine companions to relax and explore. There is a private, spring-fed pond for doggy paddling, trails for walking, and a large mowed area for playing. *Park on either side of the driveway prior to the blacktop.*

Granite Ledge sniffing post

Private, plenty of running space. Like the woods? Perfect! Tons of space to keep your dog happy for hours

Lil kings park and bark pine river

Nice yeard for dogs to run and play. Water bowls available. Short grass weekly mowed. Off street parking. County, private, provided chairs, tables. Umbrella, outlet to charge your phone. Trash can. Fire pit. Pooper scooper. Poop bags. Trees provide shade. Sunny areas.

Dog Park at Pinecone Central Park

The Dog Park at Pinecone Central Park in Sartell, Minnesota is a small, unfenced park designed for small dogs. Located at 1105 Central Park Blvd, this park provides a safe space for smaller breeds to run and play. For more information, contact (320) 253-2171 or email pineconecentralpark@gmail.com.

Sauk River Regional Park

Sauk River Regional Park in St. Cloud, Minnesota offers a picturesque setting for dogs and their owners to enjoy. The park features a small dog-friendly area, as well as access to the scenic Sauk River, a stream, and a field for running and playing. There are also trails for leisurely walks and exploration. Located at 3237 Dolores Drive, this park provides a peaceful and natural environment for dogs to socialize, exercise, and have fun.

Friends of Whitney Dog Park

The Friends of Whitney Dog Park in St. Cloud, Minnesota is a well-equipped and safe space for dogs to play and socialize. Located at 2300-2378 Forest Dr, the park offers amenities such as small dog friendly areas, dog drinking water, chairs, and a lit environment at night. Visitors can also enjoy a table, indoor restroom, and access to a river, stream, or creek. The park is open from 7 AM to 9:30 PM seven days a week.

Park hours: 7 AM–9:30 PM 7 days per Week

BBC Park

BBC Park in St Cloud, Minnesota is a small dog-friendly park located at 140 37th Ave. It offers amenities such as chairs, tables, and an indoor restroom for visitors' convenience. The park is the perfect place for small dogs to socialize and play in a safe and secure environment.

Wilson Park Off Leash Pet Exercise Area

Wilson Park Off Leash Pet Exercise Area in St Cloud, Minnesota is an unfenced dog park where all handlers must purchase an OLPEA Permit for their dogs. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and dogs declared dangerous or potentially dangerous, in heat, or displaying aggression are not allowed. Handlers must clean up after their dogs, keep them under control, and leash them at the first sign of unruliness. Only 2 dogs per handler are permitted. The park offers amenities such as a small dog area, drinking water, restroom, field, and swimming pool. The park is open during regular park hours and can be reached at (320) 650-3055 or firedept@ci.stcloud.mn.us. Visit their website for more information: https://www.ci.stcloud.mn.us/157/Dog-Parks.

Park hours: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m

Catalina's Private Dog Park In Royalton

Fenced in yard with three different entrances. Picnic table and chairs available for seating. Large tree for shade. Water hose available.

Doc Holliday's 5 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Little Falls

5 acres partially wooded with trails.

3/4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park in Lakes Country!

**Currently closed for the winter season*** See you spring of 2026 Taking your pup up north camping or to a hotel and need a safe place for them to get their wiggles out? Look no further! Whether you are in transit to or from the Brainerd Lakes Area, or looking for a doggie friendly afternoon, come check us out! Fully fenced with double gate at entrance for safety. The address listed is across the street. Do not go there. Lol. Dog park is directly across from address posted. You will see the fence with Sniffpot logo, and pedestrian gate to go thru. Park in grass off the road near the entrance. Thanks! Erin

Marie's Private Dog Park In Backus

Come over and take your dog swimming in the lake with our dog!!

Isabella's 1 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Backus

Sheila's 60.99 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Verndale

Kat's Private Dog Park In Rice

Taylor's Private Dog Park In Baxter

Fully fenced in area located right in town. Has a seperate entrance. Located on a 1.1 acre property with small wooded section.

Franklin Park

Fully fenced yard in a quiet neighborhood. There is a walking path two houses down.

Private Dog Park In Oak Park

We have a large fenced area with 6ft tall chainlink fence. Great for any dog, especially large breeds that need to stretch those legs! Plenty of space for fetch and lots of new smells to sniff! The area has a double entry, so when you go through the first gate you will be in a small fenced area, and then you enter the second gate to get to the larger area. There are walking trails available on the property as well for leash walking. Please feel free to message with any questions. Thank you!