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Itasca State Park, Park Rapids
36750 Main Park Dr, Park Rapids, MN 56470
State park🪢 Leash required
⭐ 4.9
4,420 reviews
At Park Rapids' Itasca State Park, leashed dogs explore trails and campgrounds near the Mississippi River headwaters. The park supplies shade, water, parking, and restrooms. Ideal for leashed family outings.
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- Park
- Itasca State Park, Park Rapids
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Park Rapids, Minnesota
- Coordinates
- 47.1953, -95.2089
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.9 / 5 (4,420 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.3 / 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:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
6.3/ 10
Solid
- · ★ 4.9 from 4,420 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · State Park destination
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Dog policy
Headwaters of the Mississippi River. Dogs welcome on leash on trails and campgrounds.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
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