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Top public and private dog hiking trails in Minnetonka, Minnesota

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!

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Top public and private dog hiking trails in Minnetonka, Minnesota

13 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!

Rising star

Private dog park

5.00(2)

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

Amazing location for our fearful and reactive pups! They absolutely loved a... more

5 credits dog / hour
Shakopee, MN
Jason's 5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Shakopee | Sniffspot
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invoice
ShakopeeMinnesota
5.02
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

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
Top spot

Private dog park

4.99(685)

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

Love this Sniffspot!!!! See you again soon! more

15 credits dog / hour
Afton, MN
Acker's 10 Acre Private Dog Park In Afton | Sniffspot
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invoice
AftonMinnesota
5.0685
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

4.80(46)

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

What a great place to bring our 2 dogs, they had so much room to roam! 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
4.846
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

4.99(1,228)

Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun!

Partially Fenced
15 acres

❄️☃️Winter is beautiful at Poppy’s! Enjoy the cool air and keep your pups active with a winter 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

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

16 credits dog / hour
Chaska, MN
Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! | Sniffspot
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invoice
ChaskaMinnesota
5.01228
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

4.80(147)

Thomas's 75 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Farmington

Unfenced
75 acres

90 minute time slot. We have an open 70 acres surrounding a private pond with a trail thru the fields and woods around nature. The time allotment is 90 minutes only. We ask that our guests park by the barn and go straight to the lake then to the left around the lake. Trails are marked. It is about a 1 mile trail or more. trails are not plowed open in the winter but are perfect for snow shoeing, hiking an fat tire bikes in the snow on the trails or perfect spring to fall on the maintained trails.

Fertilizer-free

Sign at entrance

Table

Field

This is a great spot! I left my dog on leash until we were by the lake so h... more

20 credits dog / hour
Farmington, MN
Thomas's 75 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Farmington | Sniffspot
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invoice
FarmingtonMinnesota
4.8147
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

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
Top spot

Private dog park

4.95(98)

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

My dogs had so much fun! Plenty of room to run through the trees and play! ... more

15 credits dog / hour
Buffalo, MN
Fairhill meadow | Sniffspot
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invoice
BuffaloMinnesota
4.998
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

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

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
Top spot

Private dog park

4.96(1,042)

10 Beautiful Acres with River 12 minutes from Hudson WI

Fully Fenced
18 acres

12/31/25 update: I have tried to maintain a plowed trail, but the wind gusts are doing everything they can to stop me. The field has snow drifts over the trail. PARKING only at the barn/field entrance. You will not be able to drive into the field until after snow melt and once the ground firms up, likely in late April to mid May. We have a beautiful piece of land with a (mostly) fenced perimeter and 1/3 acre fully fenced doggy play area. If you drive in by the picnic table you are in the center of 18 acres to play on and will be quite a distance from the road. There are mowed walking paths to the beautiful Kinnickinnic river, far away from other people and animals. You and your dog will love it here! The river is cold and easy for dogs to hop in and out, (not easy for humans right now). If you want to keep them out of the water there is about 10 acres of open field where you park, separate and above the river so you don't need to have them down by the water at all. (although most dogs gravitate to there!)

Parkour obstacles

Dog treats

Dog toys

Fertilizer-free

Our all time favorite sniff spot!! Last time I came I accidentally lost my ... more

15 credits dog / hour
Roberts, WI
10 Beautiful Acres with River 12 minutes from Hudson WI | Sniffspot
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invoice
RobertsWisconsin
5.01042
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

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Why rent a private dog hiking trails in Minnetonka, 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 Minnetonka'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 Minnetonka dog hiking trails

What do private dog hiking trails in Minnetonka offer that public parks don't?

Private dog hiking trails in Minnetonka offer complete privacy (no other dogs), specialized environments for natural exploration and varied terrain, professionally maintained cleanliness, flexible 24/7 scheduling, and safe spaces for all temperaments—puppies, seniors, small dogs, reactive dogs, or any pup needing accommodations. Public dog parks in Minnetonka can't guarantee any of this. With 13 options, you get predictable, controlled environments perfect for your dog's specific needs.

Can I find fully fenced private dog parks in Minnetonka?

Yes! Most of Minnetonka's 13 private dog parks are fully fenced. Use the "fully fenced" filter to find secure enclosures with detailed specs: height (4ft, 6ft, 8ft+), material (wood, chain-link, vinyl), and gap information. This is crucial for escape artists, puppies learning boundaries, reactive dogs needing contained space, or small dogs who might squeeze through. Minnetonka listings include fencing photos so you can verify security.

When can puppies start visiting dog hiking trails in Minnetonka?

Puppies can visit Minnetonka dog hiking trails as early as 8-10 weeks with initial vaccinations, much earlier than the 16+ weeks needed for public park safety. This early, controlled socialization prevents fear and reactivity issues later. Plus, puppies can explore natural exploration and varied terrain without being overwhelmed or learning bad behaviors from poorly socialized adult dogs. Many Minnetonka trainers specifically use dog hiking trails for puppy development.

How do I find private dog hiking trails near me in Minnetonka?

Browse Minnetonka's 13 dog hiking trails on Sniffspot by entering your neighborhood or zip code. Filter by distance, then narrow by features: fully fenced, "fewer dogs seen/heard," specific amenities, terrain type, or size. Each Minnetonka listing shows photos, reviews, exact location, and instant availability. Local favorite Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun! is particularly popular among Minnetonka dog owners.

Can I rent dog hiking trails in Minnetonka by the hour?

Yes! All 13 dog hiking trails in Minnetonka are available for hourly rental. Most bookings are 1-2 hours, though you can reserve longer for training or events. Book instantly through Sniffspot, arrive during your time slot, and have complete privacy. Many Minnetonka dog owners rent weekly for consistent, safe exercise.

What's the difference between Sniffspot dog hiking trails and public dog parks in Minnetonka?

The biggest difference is privacy and control. Public dog parks in Minnetonka mean sharing space with unknown dogs and owners. That means you can't control who shows up or how they behave. Sniffspot's 13 Minnetonka dog hiking trails give you private bookings where only your dogs are present. You choose the time, the space, and the environment. Plus, your pup enjoys natural exploration and varied terrain and maintained cleanliness that public parks can't guarantee.

Are there indoor dog hiking trails in Minnetonka?

Yes! Minnetonka has climate-controlled indoor dog hiking trails perfect for extreme weather, rainy days, or year-round exercise. Indoor Minnetonka locations typically feature protective flooring, controlled temperatures, and enclosed environments. They're especially popular for puppy training, senior dogs, reactive dogs, or anyone wanting consistent access regardless of Minnetonka weather. Filter by "indoor" to see options.

How do Minnetonka dog hiking trails help with dog training?

Minnetonka trainers love dog hiking trails because privacy eliminates distractions. Work on recall, practice trail recall in natural environments, leash manners on varied terrain, or hiking endurance building, reinforce obedience, socialize puppies, or address reactivity without interruptions. For reactive dogs, train without trigger-stacking. For puppies, practice skills in controlled increments. For any dog, get focused training time in an environment specifically designed for natural exploration and varied terrain.

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