Meeker Island Dog Park
A hidden Mississippi swim beach for dogs with solid recall
About this park
A small unfenced sand beach on the Mississippi reached by a steep walk down from Mississippi River Boulevard. The draw is swimming and quiet, not amenities (no fence, no trash cans, no signage to speak of). Best treated as a dedicated swim spot for dogs with solid recall, not a social park.
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Meeker Island Dog Park reviews
What visitors consistently sayReviewers love the river views, the rare quiet (most visits encounter no other dogs), and how well it works for water therapy or solo swim sessions. A useful escape from busier metro parks for dogs that prefer space over pack play.
Usually empty. Reviewers report seeing zero other dogs on most visits, and occasional unhoused encampments along the trail. Bring a friend after dark if that matters to you.
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Before you go
Park on residential streets and watch the signs; the entrance is unmarked and easy to miss. The path down is steep and the beach has a small bridge with a 2-foot drop-off, so wear real shoes.
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