FIDO-Friendly Places
Though dogs are still not allowed in most of Dubuque's parks, we've compiled a list of where you CAN take them!
City-Owned Properties
Pet Friendly Areas Added August, 2013:
DOGS and CATS ALLOWED ON LEASH:
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A.Y. McDonald Park Hawthorne Street & Volunteer Drive
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Bergfeld Recreation Area Industrial Center West, 7600 Chavenelle Dr
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Granger Creek Nature Trail Bordering Dubuque Technology Park, along Hwy 61/151 off Digital Dr
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Heritage Trail Starts at 22nd St
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Jaycees Trail "Bikepath", "Floodwall" Runs from Pyatigorsk Park to A.Y. McDonald Park
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Medical Associates Greenbelt Park Bordering Welu Park
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Miller Riverview Park 1851 Admiral Sheehy Drive, adjacent to Mystique Casino)
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Northwest Arterial Trail Parallells NW Arterial from Central Ave to Holliday Dr
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Port of Dubuque Marina Adjacent to National Miss. River Museum, 450 East 3rd Street
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Port of Dubuque Riverwalk Trail Parallels Mississippi River in Port of Dubuque
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Powerline Trail Enter across from Murphy Park entrance off N. Grandview
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Pyatigorsk Park Small park at 16th Street & Kerper Boulevard
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Southern Levy Trail Along Mississippi floodwall, South of Julien Dubuque Bridge
DOGS ALLOWED OFF LEASH:
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Pet Park (approx 2459 N. Grandview Ave.)
DOGS ARE ALLOWED AS LONG AS THEY STAY IN VEHICLE THE ENTIRE TIME: *
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Eagle Point Park
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Flora Park
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Murphy Park
*Please note: FIDO does not recommend leaving dogs in vehicles unattended at any time.
From cityofdubuque.org/parks​
Last updated : 9/17/13
Bergfeld
Recreation Area
7600 Chavenelle Drive
This 30-acre park and 2 mile hike/bike trail is a great place to take your dogs. The path around the pond is .8 miles, with a few "fishing jetties" or nice places to let your dogs go for swim.
There are dog waste bags near the bathrooms at the Chavenelle entrance.
Medical Associates Greenbelt
Somewhat of a mystery, Medical Associates Greenbelt is described as "Lot 11 of Medical Associates Subdivision in the city of Dubuque, Iowa."
It seems there is some green space near the Medical Associates off of Asbury where dogs are permitted. However, More investigation into this location is needed....
Miller Riverview Park
1851 Admiral Sheehy Drive
Twenty acres, at 1851 Admiral Sheehy Drive, on the shore of the scenic Mississippi River, adjacent to the Mystique Casino.
This park offers camping, fishing, picnicing, playground equipment and biking, walking, rollerblading along .95 mile recreational trail, and provides a great view of Mississippi River traffic.
Granger Creek Nature Trail
Also kind of mysterious, Granger Creek Nature Trail is described by the city as "Area surrounding Dubuque Technology Park at corner of Highways 151/61 and Lake Eleanor Road."
It is about a 15 minute drive from downtown Dubuque.
Pet Park
Approx. 2459 N. Grandview
The Dubuque dog park is located on North Grandview Ave., east of the Bunker Hill Golf Course and south of the water department pumping station.
It is 2.5 acres split into two sections, one for larger and one for smaller dogs.
Annual passes can be purchased from the city for $25, or park goers can deposit $1 per visit in the box on site.
Facebook page run by people who frequent the park.
A.Y. McDonald Park
Hawthorne St. & Volunteer Dr.
A nice park next to the Mississippi River with paved walkways, a large grassy area, playground, boat ramp, restrooms, and fantastic views of the Mississippi!
Please always remember to:
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Keep your dogs leashed
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Pick up after them
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Be courteous to others using the parks or trails
Jaycee Trail
(North Flood Wall, "bike path")
The Jaycee Trail is a 1.5 mile flat stretch of paved walkway that runs between A.Y. McDonald and Pyatigorsk Parks (at 16th and Kerper).
Also known as the "North Flood Wall," it runs along the Lake Peosta Channel and, according to our Treasurer, Zach, is one of the best places to roller blade with your dog!
At the north end of the trail, you will find the YardArm; the perfect spot for a post-activity brew with your dog.
Enter the trail by parking at either A.Y McDonald Park, the YardArm Parking Lot, or under the bridge at 16th & Kerper (at Pyatigorsk Park). This location has a dog bag station, as well!
State Properties
(Most State Parks are dog friendly unless posted otherwise)
Mines of Spain State Park
Mines of Spain Rd.
John Deere Trail
Off Riverside Rd. Behind John Deere Plant
1380 acres of beautiful wooded and prairie just south of Dubuque, IA. Check out Horseshoe Bluff for a truly incredible hike along bluff tops overlooking the Mississippi!
County Properties
Located along a wetland preserve, the wildlife along this Mississippi trail won't disappoint!
Take Riverside Rd. over the train tracks to the large gravel parking lot on the right.
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(Most County Parks are dog friendly unless posted otherwise)
Swiss Valley Nature Center
13606 Swiss Valley Rd, Peosta, IA
Hike along miles of beautifully maintained prairie and woodland, all while alongside a winding creek.
Finley's Landing
24500 Finley's Landing Rd.
Sherrill, IA
Enjoy a large, beautiful beach along the Mississippi River with fantastic views of Wisconsin.
Be very careful if you or your dogs swim though, as the current can be swift, and the depth can drop off quickly! Be safe.
Approximately 15 miles north off Dubuque County Road C9Y-the Great River Road.
Private Properties
Linwood Cemetery Nature Trail
Windsor Ave, Dubuque, IA
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Hadley's Dog Park
Dubuque Regional Humane Society
4242 Chavenelle Rd., Dubuque, IA
Photo Credit: Chris Lester
This beautiful, pet-friendly nature trail winds through the wooded part of Linwood Cemetery on the north side.
Day Passes are $2 for you and your dog(s) or you can purchase an annual pass for $20.
Passes are sold at the Linwood Cemetery Office Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Once you have a pass, enter at the trail head just south of the church on Windsor Ave.
Please note: Dogs are no longer allowed on the main cemetery grounds.
A nice, new private dog park at Dubuque Regional Humane Society on West End of Dubuque at NW Arterial and Chavenelle Rd.
Day passes are $10, 90 membership is $45, 1 year membership is $100. Must provide proof of vaccinations.