A gathering place for the pack — Ely, MN

Off-leash, on the edge of the North Woods

A fenced, off-leash space on the east end of Ely, right next to the softball fields on Old Airport Road — open dawn to dusk, every day of the year.

Trailhead Info
  • Location2100 Old Airport Rd
  • AccessOff-leash, fenced area
  • StatusVolunteer nonprofit
  • HoursDawn – dusk, daily
  • CostFree to visit
About Us

Built by dog owners, for the whole town

The Ely Dog Park sits on city-owned land at 2100 Old Airport Road, right beside the Ely softball fields on the east end of town. The grounds are leased to the Ely Dog Park Association, a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit made up of Ely dog owners.

The fenced area includes a separate small-dog section, poop stations, benches, a water station, and a shelter, all maintained by volunteers so the park stays safe and welcoming year-round.

100%volunteer & nonprofit run
1off-leash area in Ely
365days open a year

Where we are: On the east end of Ely, just off Highway 1 on Old Airport Road, next to the Ely softball fields.

Who runs it: The Ely Dog Park Association, an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit, in partnership with the City of Ely.

Hours: Open dawn to dusk, every day. Dogs must be at least 6 months old and wear a current license or rabies tag.

Cost: Free to visit — the Association raises its maintenance funds through donations.

Park Map

Know the layout before you go

Map of the Ely Dog Park showing the poop stations, trees, benches, poly-culverts, wood spool, gates, small dog park, portapotty, maintenance gate, shelter, and water station
Layout of the Ely Dog Park, including the small dog area, poop stations, benches, and water shelter.
Mission Statement

What we stand for

Our purpose is to establish a fenced in, off-leash Dog Park where well-behaved canine citizens can exercise in a clean, safe environment without endangering or annoying people, property, or wildlife. To develop a beautiful well maintained space open to all dog lovers and friends who are willing to uphold the park rules, restrictions, and educate the public. To view this park as a community project, in partnership with the city of Ely, designed to satisfy the needs of dog owners and non-dog owners alike.

Park Rules

Keep it safe & friendly for every dog

  • Park hours are dawn to dusk, and all posted conditions of the park's Conditional Use Permit apply.
  • Dogs must be at least 6 months old and visibly wearing a current City of Ely pet license tag (a visible rabies tag is acceptable for visitors from outside Ely).
  • Dogs known to be aggressive, females in heat, or animals classified as dangerous under city or state law are not permitted in the park.
  • Pinch, prong, and spike collars aren't allowed inside the park.
  • Owners must stay in control of and keep sight of their dog(s) at all times, and must carry a leash at all times, even in the off-leash area. Dogs must be leashed outside the fenced park.
  • Owners must clean up after their dogs and dispose of waste in the containers provided.
  • Dog owners are legally and financially responsible for their dog's behavior; if a dog injures another dog or person, the owner must exchange name and contact information before leaving.
  • Food, glass containers, alcohol, tobacco, and cannabis products are prohibited, and motor vehicles aren't allowed beyond approved maintenance vehicles.
  • Dogs are not permitted on the neighboring softball/baseball fields — the fenced dog park only.
  • The City of Ely and the Ely Dog Park Association aren't responsible for supervising dogs or for any damage or injury caused by a dog; visiting the park is at your own risk. Report rule violations to the Association, and call 911 for emergencies.
Photo of the posted Ely Dog Park rules sign
The posted rules sign at the park entrance.
Kids Corner

Color-me dog pages for little park fans

Heading to the park, or just spending a quiet afternoon at home? Print any of these free coloring sheets and hand them to your kids along with some crayons or markers. Each one prints on a standard sheet of letter-size paper.

Happy Pup

Sunny Day Dog

Good Dog!

GOOD DOG!

Puppy in the Doghouse

WOOF
Visit & Contact

Find us, reach us

Contact Details

Address2100 Old Airport Rd, Ely, MN 55731
PhoneBruce Wheelright: (218) 235-3137
HoursDawn to dusk, every day
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Getting there

On the east end of Ely, just off Highway 1 on Old Airport Road. Look for the softball fields — the dog park is the fenced area right beside them.

Ely Dog Park ways to donate flyer, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit raising maintenance funds
Ways to support the park — donation details and a map to help you find us.