DogMapOpen dog park · Desnoyer Park · 471 Mississippi River Blvd N, Saint Paul, MN 55104
Meeker Island Dog Park
An unfenced off-leash run with a real dog beach on the Mississippi River, tucked below the river bluffs near the St. Paul/Minneapolis line. One of the few Twin Cities spots where dogs swim in the river — and it's free.
Off-leash · alwaysThe facts
- Off-leashOff-leash · always
- FencedNo — open
- WaterRiver
- SizeRiverbank off-leash run
- HoursOff-leash all day · sunrise–11 PM
- SurfaceSand / grass
Parking & access
Street parking along Mississippi River Blvd N.
Good to know
- Free — no permit or fee required (St. Paul off-leash parks are free public amenities).
- Unfenced and bordered by the river and steep bluffs; may close during high-water events on the Mississippi.
- Open year-round, sunrise–11 PM; the river dog beach freezes in winter, so swimming is warm-season only.
Verified off-leash rules
Rules verified · source: City of Saint Paul Parks & Recreation
Meeker Island Dog Park: FAQ
- Can my dog be off-leash at Meeker Island Dog Park?
- Yes — Meeker Island Dog Park is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.
- Is Meeker Island Dog Park fenced?
- No — Meeker Island Dog Park is open/unfenced, so reliable recall is recommended.
- Can my dog swim at Meeker Island Dog Park?
- Yes — Meeker Island Dog Park has river water for dogs to swim in.
- Is Meeker Island Dog Park free?
- Yes — Meeker Island Dog Park is free to access. Street parking along Mississippi River Blvd N.