Dog walking in Jordan

West Bloomington

In about 20 minutes, you and Sparky can drive to the Bloomington Dog Park in the western part of Bloomington. This incredible off-leash dog park has 25 acres of land for your dog to explore, and it includes a separate enclosure just for small dogs. The park also has water stations where you can hose off your pet, and there are fountains for dogs to drink from as well. If your dog is a swimmer, they'll love the swimming pond in the park, or you can stick to trekking the park's trails instead. There are seating areas and waste disposal supplies in the Bloomington Dog Park, too!

Rowland

Eden Prairie is a city just southwest of downtown Minneapolis, and it's home to more than 60,000 residents. The northeastern corner of the city is less than a half-hour drive from Jordan, and that's where you'll find the Bryant Lake Regional Dog Park. This 9.3-acre off-leash area has separate enclosures for big and small dogs, and your dog can choose to play in wooded areas or in open fields. The park also has drinking water for dogs, waste disposal supplies, and covered seating areas. If you'd like your dog to join you in other areas of Bryant Lake Regional Park, they're welcome to do so when they're on a leash.

Staring Lake Village

There's another pawesome dog park in Eden Prairie, and this one is in the south-central part of town, which is about a 25-minute drive from Jordan. The Staring Lake Dog Park is open from mid-March to December, when it closes and becomes a cross-country skiing area. When the dog park is open, there are 5.7 acres of off-leash space to enjoy with your dog, and the area has wooded areas as well as open fields that are ideal for a game of fetch. There are seating areas, waste disposal supplies, and water fountains for dogs and humans. If you'd like to take your dog for an on-leash walk, you can explore the several trails surrounding the off-leash area.

Schutz Lake

Victoria is a city in Carver County, Minnesota with a population of more than 7,000 people, and the town's northern quadrant is just over a 20-minute drive from Jordan. Just west of Schutz Lake, you'll find the Carver Park Reserve Off-Leash Dog Park. At 27 acres, there's plenty of room for all dogs at this park, and in that space, there are separate enclosures for big and small dogs. You'll find waste disposal supplies and seating at the park, but don't forget to bring water for your dog. There's a variety of terrain in the park for your dog to explore, and you can pay $5 for a daily pass, or buy a yearly pass for $35.

Cleary Lake

In less than 20 minutes, you and your pooch can make the drive east of Jordan to southeastern Prior Lake, Minnesota. This area is home to Cleary Lake Regional Park, a recreational oasis with a golf course, beaches, trails, an off-leash dog park, and much more. The Cleary Lake Regional Dog Park is a 28-acre fenced, off-leash space where dogs can run free to their hearts' content. This dog park doesn't separate dogs by weight, but there is an enclosure just for dogs who want to use the swimming area. Visitors love that this park is so well-maintained and that it has running water for dogs to drink.