Dog Friendly Activities in Altura, MN

Dogs are welcome at the pet-friendly Whitewater State Park in Altura, MN. This 2,700-acre park is popular among visitors who enjoy hiking and fishing. There are several different trails dotted around the park, including a couple of self-guided trails like the Trout Run Creek Trail and the Meadow Trail. Fido can join you on a leash, as long as you clean up after him.

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Trout Valley Management Unit

Altura, MN

Trout Valley Management Unit

Trout Valley Management Unit in Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest, Altura, MN offers dog-friendly trails along Trout Creek, surrounded by steep wooded ridges. The trail system accommodates hikers, horseback riders, OHV, and motorcycle riders, with caution urged for shared use. Scenic overlooks of Trout, Whitewater and Mississippi River valleys can be enjoyed along the Trout Valley OHV State Trail.

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Prairie Island Dog Park

Winona, MN

Prairie Island Dog Park

Bring Fido to blow off some steam at the Prairie Island Dog Park in Winona, MN. This off-leash dog park is home to an area for smaller and less active dogs, as well as a fairly big area for bigger and more active dogs. There are some trees that will provide a nice shade for dogs, too.

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Carley State Park

Plainview, MN

Carley State Park

Visit the pet-friendly Carley State Park in Plainview, MN. This recreation area is secluded, beautiful and quiet with ample opportunities to explore the five miles of trails that weave alongside Whitewater River and into the hardwood forest beyond. There's a pretty picnic area for dogs and their owners to catch their breaths next to the bubbling waters of the river. Fido is welcome to join you in the park, as long as he is leashed and you clean up after him.

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John A. Latsch State Park

Minnesota City, MN

John A. Latsch State Park

Visit the pet-friendly John A. Latsch State Park in Minnesota City, MN. You can bring Fido with you to explore the park on the half-mile trail that leads to the top of Charity Bluff. The reward at the end of this dog-friendly trail is a marvelous view of the Mississippi River Valley. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long all mess is cleaned up after them.

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Love's Travel Stop

St. Charles, MN

Love's Travel Stop

Love's Travel Stop in St. Charles, MN, is a dog-friendly gas station and rest area. Across America, you'll find Love's Travel Stops that offer facilities for traveling canines. This location has a fully-fenced dog park with a convenient waste station.

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Root River State Trail

Peterson, MN

Root River State Trail

The Root River State Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Peterson! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Root River State Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com.

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Bronk Unit Plowline Trail

Minnesota City, MN

Bronk Unit Plowline Trail

Located within Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest, The Bronk Management Unit spans 761 pet-friendly acres atop a ridge overlooking Stockton Valley and the Mississippi River in Minnesota City, MN. Offering scenic views from overlooks, the Plowline Trail features a 6.5-mile non-motorized route for hiking, biking, horseback riding and cross-country skiing, with both loops tracing the ridge's edge and offering varying terrain difficulty. Dogs are welcome throughout as long as they're leashed and cleaned up after.

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Snake Creek Management Unit

Kellogg, MN

Snake Creek Management Unit

Snake Creek Management Unit, nestled within Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood Forest in Kellogg, MN, spans 3,000 acres and is named after the Snake Creek trout stream. The rugged terrain features steep slopes rising 300 feet above the valley floor. Two pet-friendly trail systems offer diverse experiences: a remote five-mile trail and a 13.5-mile loop on the south side. Primitive campsites with basic amenities are available, including vault toilets, garbage cans, and drinking water.

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Vinegar Ridge Recreation Area & Money Creek Campground

Houston, MN

Vinegar Ridge Recreation Area & Money Creek Campground

Vinegar Ridge Recreation Area, a pet-friendly destination within Richard J. Dorer State Forest offers six miles of hiking and direct access to the Root River State Trail in Houston, MN. Canoeing and kayaking are also popular on the Root River State Water Trail. The eight primitive campsites at Money Creek Campground provide basic amenities like fire rings and tables, alongside a vault toilet, garbage can, and drinking water, catering to outdoor enthusiasts seeking a rustic experience.

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Merrick State Park

Fountain City, WI

Merrick State Park

Bring Fido to Merrick State Park in Fountain City, WI for some quality bonding time in nature. This pet-friendly recreational area is an ideal destination for camping, fishing, hiking and boating with your beloved pet. Dogs must be kept on a leash no longer than six feet long, and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their animals.

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Kruger Campground and Management Unit

Wabasha, MN

Kruger Campground and Management Unit

Kruger Management Unit is a pet-friendly area within Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest in Wabasha, MN. Three nonmotorized trails are on site, including a paved 0.75-mile Easy Wheeling Nature Trail, a two-mile hiking/skiing trail, and a five-mile trail for biking, horseback riding and snowshoeing. Day-use area features picnic tables and horse trailer unloading. Camping is first-come, first-served.

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