Ranked #5 of 21 parks in Minneapolis by visitor rating
FencedOff-leashWater stationSmall dog areaTrailSwimming
About
Battle Creek Dog Park in Maplewood is a highly-rated destination for Minneapolis-area dog owners, earning an impressive 4.8-star rating from nearly 500 reviews. Located at 2350 Upper Afton Road, this park features spacious off-leash areas where dogs can run freely and socialize with other pups. Beyond the dog park itself, visitors can enjoy scenic trails that wind through the property, making it perfect for active dogs and their owners who want to combine playtime with outdoor exercise. Open from 6 AM to 10 PM daily, Battle Creek offers convenient hours for early morning walks and evening adventures.
What visitors say
★★★★★
“Easily the best dog park in the metro area. Very spacious, plenty of trails winding through the woods. My dog can be a little antsy in large crowds and it's very easy to stay away from those if you come at the right time. No matter where I've lived around the TC, this is always…”
★★★★★
“Great off leash area. Smaller area for small or shy dogs. Would not suggest for a dog doesn't respond to name, it's a large place to lose your pup.”
★★★★★
“Wow! By far the best dogpark!!! And I've been to many... from MN to Idaho, and all the way to Florida! The dogs had plenty to explore and water to play in. Fully fenced with a separate small dog area. Numerous trails. Many dog-friends to choose from! 👍👍👍”
★★★★★
“This park is one of our favorites, but today (3/1/26) the entire entryway was completely covered in ice both leading up to the entrance and all the way in.
We only made it just over the first bridge by the entrance and had to collect our dogs. The ice is incredibly unsafe and…”
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