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Saint Patrick's County Park
50651 Laurel Rd, South Bend, IN 46637
Metropark🪢 Leash required
363 acres · 7 miles of trails
⭐ 4.7
1,820 reviews
Along the river in South Bend, Indiana, this county park permits leashed dogs on 7 miles of trails. Shade, water, benches, and parking facilitate walks. Restrooms and trash cans ensure comfort.
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- Park
- Saint Patrick's County Park
- Type
- Metropark
- Location
- South Bend, Indiana
- Coordinates
- 41.7572, -86.2506
- Size
- 363 acres
- Trail miles
- 7
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (1,820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.9 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:Yes
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
7.9/ 10
Great vibes
- · ★ 4.7 from 1,820 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 363 acres of room
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Dog policy
St. Joseph County park along the river. Leashed dogs welcome on 7 miles of trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Benches
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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