Minneapolis Animal Care & Control: Working with residents to create safe and healthy communities for people and animals.

City of Minneapolis Off-Leash Dog Parks

Currently, there are 5 designated off-leash parks available for your enjoyment. A special permit is needed to use the parks.

Off-Leash Park Permit Application

  • Minneapolis residents pay $35 for the first dog and $25 for each additional dog.
  • Non-Minneapolis residents pay $60 for the first dog and $35 for each additional dog.
  • Minneapolis residents must have pet licenses for their dogs.
  • Permits can be obtained through the mail or by coming to the Animal Care Center.

Off-Leash Dog Parks

Columbia Park
700 St. Anthony Parkway across from the Training Center

Franklin Terrace
925 Franklin Terrace

Lake of the Isles
2845 E Lake of the Isles Parkway

Loring Park
Near Maple St. and Harmon Place

Minnehaha Park
5399 S Minnehaha Park Drive

Dog Grounds
Locations in downtown Minneapolis

For more information on off-leash parks, please call (612) 230-6400 or visit the Minneapolis Park Board.