Kiwanis Recreation Area - Dog park in Mankato - 2301 US-169, USA

Listed as a dog park but it’s much more. There are 2 dog parks and off-leash (dog friendly) wood-chipped hiking trails. Both dog parks are well maintained with water and shade. In addition, there is a canoe access area, mountain biking, an archery space, and picnic tables. A great spot to get outside.

Nice place to walk. 3 choices for dogs. 2 smaller wooded areas and a bigger space. Cooper likes this dog park.

First time visiting but I will definitely be coming back! This park has something for everyone. Sizable bike paths for trail biking, a small hiking trail that runs along the river. Beautiful views. The park does a great job with upkeep and maintenance. And there are three separate dog park areas! Plenty of space for our furry friends. People here are very laid back and friendly. I saw several families/individual hikers with their dogs *responsibly* free hiking (off-leash). Love it!

Went out for the first time today. Had a chipmunk run right next to me out on the trail and saw a monarch caterpillar. The only downfall was the fallen trees on the walking trail, and part of the trail having been eroded away near the river. If you go onto the rock bar in the river watch out for lots of glass. Found some cool rocks though. I plan to go back out soon.

This was a pleasant and reasonably clean dog park when we were there. There were a lot of dogs there, and the interactions went smoothly for the most part. Heard one or two disagreements between dogs, but that was that, and nothing escalated. The park has lots of space. It is all one common area with nothing to separate different sizes or ages of dogs. There are 2 separate dog parks here, though, so that feature does still exist.

Love this dog park. There is a large area for dogs that get along with other dogs. There are also two other very well shaded areas for dogs that are learning to get along with others. We have been recently using the private areas as we have a rescue that we are training. Off leash fun for your pup, though not everyone is friendly and follows the rules. There is also a bathroom building by the entrance to the park.

Well maintained and beautiful. The perfect place to celebrate and remember my former companion, Rose, and exercise my current one, Walnut.

This is an absolutely wonderful place to bring your dog. It is fenced in, has all the training obstacles, has a dog toy little library, and chairs for you to sit in and relax if your dog is just hanging out with other dogs. You would be surprised how much two dogs that like each other will just play and play. I highly recommend bringing your dog here as long as it gets along with other pets. If it does not get along with other dogs please do not bring it there.