Victory Prairie Off-Leash Dog Park is a fully fenced, 2.62-acre dog area in Minneapolis’ Victory neighborhood. The park has two approaches, natural grass and prairie terrain, and room for dogs to run and explore. A Minneapolis off-leash permit is required before entering.
Plan your visit
- Address: 4701 Russell Ave. N, Minneapolis, MN 55412.
- Dog-park hours: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily under the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s off-leash rules.
- Permit: Each dog needs a current Minneapolis off-leash dog park permit. Daily and annual permits are available.
- Parking: Street parking only; no dedicated dog-park lot is listed.
- Enclosure: The official park page describes the 2.62-acre dog area as completely fenced.
- Water: Bring fresh drinking water and a bowl. The Park Board tells dog-park visitors to bring water, and visitors report that on-site supplies are not dependable.
The park property’s general page header lists broader property hours, but the specific off-leash rule sets dog-park use from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Plan around the earlier closing time and follow any current gate notice.
Find the dog park entrance
The Park Board lists an east-side entrance from Russell Avenue North and another approach through Victory Prairie from Osseo Road. The Russell Avenue entrance is the clearest choice for accessible arrival; the official page identifies it as ADA compliant. Keep your dog leashed until you are inside the designated fenced area.
Get directions to Victory Prairie Off-Leash Dog Park. Allow time to find legal street parking and read the current signs before entering.
Official Victory Prairie dog park map
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board map shows the off-leash area near 47th Avenue North and Russell Avenue North, along with the approach from Osseo Road.
Fenced space, terrain and water
Victory Prairie is a natural-surface dog park rather than a paved urban run. Visitors describe connected fenced spaces, a hill, informal paths and a small wooded corner. The Park Board does not list a separate small-dog enclosure, so check the group already inside and choose a quieter time if your dog needs more space.
Grass, prairie soil and wood-chip areas can become muddy after rain or snowmelt. Bring a towel and inspect the footing before letting your dog run. The Park Board advises visitors to bring fresh water and not let dogs drink standing water. Do not depend on an unattended bowl or an older review that mentions water being available.
Permits, fees and rules
Buy a permit before the visit. The Park Board currently lists a $5 daily permit for each dog. Annual prices differ for Minneapolis residents and nonresidents, and city residents need a current Minneapolis pet license before applying. Rabies vaccination is required.
Check current permit prices and buy instructions on the official park page. Fees and purchase methods can change, so confirm them before traveling.
Handlers may bring no more than three dogs at a time. Keep each dog in sight and under control, leash at the first sign of aggression or unruly behavior, and clean up waste. Dogs in heat and dogs declared dangerous or potentially dangerous may not use the area. An adult must closely supervise children. The Park Board discourages food and dog toys because they can create conflict and prohibits glass containers.
What parkgoers say
Parkgoers often praise the room to run, friendly regulars and the mix of open prairie, hillside paths and a wooded corner. Several describe the connected fenced areas as more interesting than a flat field, while owners of smaller dogs note that there is no dedicated small-dog section.
Common cautions involve mud after wet weather, nearby rail activity, unreliable water and limited street parking. Visitors also occasionally mention unattended waste. These are individual experiences rather than guarantees of today’s conditions. Read current parkgoer reviews on Google Maps, then use the official page for current permits and rules.
More options and updates
Browse dog parks in Minneapolis or compare dog parks across Minnesota. Check each park’s permit and access requirements before changing destinations.
Last researched September 1, 2026; no site visit was made. Check the official Victory Prairie page for current notices before leaving. Report a correction to DogPark Near Me.
