Dunning's Spring Park
1500 Quarry St, Decorah, IA 52101
40 acres · 1 miles of trails
In Decorah's Dunning's Spring Park, a nature preserve, leashed dogs hike the woodland trail past a 200-foot waterfall. Owners appreciate the shade, water access, parking, and trash cans along the path. Bring water for longer walks.
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- Park
- Dunning's Spring Park
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Decorah, Iowa
- Coordinates
- 43.3094, -91.7806
- Size
- 40 acres
- Trail miles
- 1
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (920 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.7 / 10 — Solid
- 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:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 920 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
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Dog policy
Decorah's iconic 200ft waterfall. Leashed dogs welcome on the woodland trail.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Trash cans
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