From tall, serene mountains, to stunning pine forestscapes, to tranquil lakeshores, Minnesota is a vastly beautiful state with much to offer visitors. Minnesota is also a great place to travel with pets, featuring a number of activities that both two-legged and  four-legged travelers alike.

Called the “Land of 10,000 Lakes,” Minnesota features 90,000 miles of shoreline, as well as 58 state forests and 66 state parks. Whether you want to take your pet on a scenic drive through a pine forest, on a relaxing boating or fishing trip, or on a stroll around a scenic lake, Minnesota is the place to come. The state also features a number of dog parks in and around cities like Bloomington, Maple Grove, St. Paul, and Eden Prairie.

Lodging that welcomes pets is easy to find in Minnesota; this pet friendly state offers everything from quaint bed and breakfasts, to mountain cabins, to lakeside vacation rentals, to hotels and motels in the midst of shopping and dining areas with amenities for pets and their pet parents.

Top 10 Pet Friendly Cities in Minnesota
Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Rochester, Duluth, Bloomington, Plymouth, Saint Cloud, Eagan, Eden Prairie, Mankato