Dog Trails
Three Rivers offers abundant scenery for you and your dog to enjoy year round, with paved, turf, regional and skijoring/dog sledding trails that are dog-friendly.
Where To Walk Your Dog
- Anderson Lakes
- Baker Park Reserve
- Bassett Creek Regional Trail
- Big Woods Regional Trail
- Bryant Lake Regional Park
- Carver Park Reserve
- Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park
- Cedar Lake Regional Trail
- Cleary Lake Regional Park
- Crow-Hassan Park Reserve
- Crystal Lake Regional Trail
- Dakota Rail Regional Trail
- Eagle Lake Regional Park
- Elm Creek Park Reserve
- Fish Lake Regional Park
- French Regional Park
- Hyland Lake Park Reserve
- Lake Independence Regional Trail
- Lake Minnetonka Regional Park
- Lake Minnetonka Regional Trail
- Lake Rebecca Park Reserve
- Luce Line Regional Trail
- Medicine Lake Regional Trail
- Minnesota River Bluffs Regional Trail
- Mississippi Gateway Regional Park
- Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve
- Nine Mile Creek Regional Trail
- Nokomis-Minnesota River Regional Trail
- North Cedar Lake Regional Trail
- North Mississippi Regional Park
- Northeast Diagonal Regional Trail
- Rush Creek Regional Trail
- Shingle Creek Regional Trail
- Silverwood Park
- Sochacki Park
- Spring Lake Regional Park
- The Landing
- Twin Lakes Regional Trail
Miles of Dog Trails
Park Trails
Anderson Lakes, 1.1
Baker, 12.5
Bryant, 2
Carver, 9.1
Cedar Lake Farm, 0.8
Cleary Lake, 5.3
Crow-Hassan, 10
Eagle Lake, 1
Elm Creek, 20
Fish Lake, 3
French, 4.6
Hyland, 9
Lake Minnetonka, 3.2
Lake Rebecca, 7.8
Mississippi Gateway, 4.6
Murphy-Hanrehan, 4.2
Silverwood Park, 1
Spring Lake, 4.4
Updated Dog Policy
In June 2019, we updated our dog policy to make it easier to be outdoors with your dog. Review the new policy and find answers to frequently asked questions about dogs in Three Rivers.
Dog Trail Rules
Dogs must be kept on a six-foot, non-retractable leash except in designated off-leash areas.
Owners must pick up after their dog.
Dogs on leashes are allowed in the following areas:
- regional trails
- turf trails
- paved trails
- campgrounds
- group camps
- picnic areas
Dogs are not allowed in certain areas, including buildings, beach areas, play areas or certain parks.
It pays to be nice! Learn how to Share the Trail with bicycle, pedestrian, horse and other traffic.
In Three Rivers, having fun doesn't have to cost a thing. From free parking to free activities to free programs and events, find your adventure!
Other Things To Do
Dog Off-leash
Off-leash areas are designated sites where dogs are given the freedom to run and interact with other dogs. Parks at Three Rivers have both fenced and unfenced off-leash areas where you can let your dog run while you enjoy the scenic surroundings and meet other owners.
Geocaching
Geocaching is a family-friendly, high-tech treasure hunt that combines respect for the environment with a sense of adventure.
Horseback Riding
If you have a horse and are looking for a place to ride, Three Rivers has miles of scenic horse trails to choose from. Natural woodlands and grasslands provide a beautiful setting for horseback riders.
Cross-country Skiing
Three Rivers features 80 miles of groomed cross-country ski trails at various locations. Trails are available for skiers of all skill levels. Don't forget to check trail conditions before you head out.
New this season - cross-country ski equipment rentals are available online and are encouraged before arriving at the park.
Skijoring & Dog Sledding
If you have a dog with some pent-up winter energy, bring it to Three Rivers Parks for fun exercise where we have designated trails for skijoring and dog sledding.
