Dog On-Leash

Bring your four-legged friend to one of many Dakota County parks and trails.

Locations for dogs on-leash

• Big Rivers Regional Trail
• Lake Byllesby Regional Park
• Lebanon Hills Regional Park
• Miesville Ravine Park Reserve
• Minnesota River Greenway
• Mississippi River Greenway
• North Creek Greenway
• River to River Greenway
• Spring Lake Park Reserve
• Thompson County Park
• Whitetail Woods Regional Park

Rules for on-leash dogs

All rules for on-leash dogs are listed in the Park Ordinance.

• Dogs are required to be on a 6-foot (nonretractable) leash at all times.
• Owners are required to clean-up and throw waste away in trash bins.
• Dogs are not permitted on mountain bike, equestrian and cross-country ski trails; inside park facilities; or at swimming beaches. 
• Don't leave your dog unattended or tethered to a tree, bench or other park feature.
• Skijoring and dogsledding are permitted on designated trails only.
• Bikejoring, in-line skating and skateboarding with a dog on-leash is not allowed​.​