Lakes in metro where dogs can swim (Minneapolis, White Bear Lake: legal, beach)

[jroman]

Does anybody knows of any lakes in the metro area or beyond where I can take my dog swimming? I have been to Minnehaha park but do not want to pay $60 a year for a permit, when I won't use it very often. Is there anywhere for a dog to swim that is free?
Any info is much appreciated.

[kuan]

Medicine lake, at East Medicine Lake park, there's a little area marked "not for swimming" where I've seen many dogs enjoying themselves.

[AllCity RayofMinneapolis]

I'm thinking you could get away with it at Moore lake, a bit after hours.

I used to have a dog and recall swimming with him there, years ago.

[AriEsStaR*]

Lake Harriet in Minneapolis.. I've seen plenty of dogs swim there but not on the beach part. More on the side where all the trees are. Im positive that you can bring your dog to that lake.

[Macsmommy]

White Bear Lake! Manitou boat launch. They have a great sandy beachy area that is an actual "dog park". We are finding that it is becoming more "family friendly" with kids actually swimming with the dogs but no one seems to be bothered by it, dogs or kids! If this is of interest to you and you are not familier with the area let me know and I can give more detailed directions!

[Bongopercylou]

Before beaches fill with dead fish at Crystal Lake, in Robbinsdale, I'll let my dog swim there. But this time of year it's full of garbage and stinks so I obviously won't let him swim in that. This is a useful thread, thanks, Jroman. I'll try some of the other suggestions.

I've seen people letting their dogs swim at Wirth Lake in Wirth Park. Not sure if it's legal to do so, though.