Ramsey County Parks and Recreation crews will perform a second phase of tree removals at Battle Creek dog park from November 9 through November 12, 2026. The dog park will be closed while workers cut down and clear about 20 to 30 infected trees, according to the county.
This work follows a previous closure in December 2024, when crews removed more than 215 hazardous trees after safety concerns were raised about fallen limbs along the trails.
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Second phase of tree removals coming to Battle Creek dog park
November 2, 2026
Second phase of tree removals coming to Battle Creek dog park
Parks and recreation
Parks & Recreation
With funding from the Department of Natural Resources through ReLeaf Community Forestry Grants, visitors to Battle Creek dog park will see continued improvements in safety and forest health this month.
Ramsey County Parks and Recreation crews will perform a second phase of tree removals Monday, Nov. 9, through Thursday, Nov. 12. The dog park will be closed while workers cut down and clear about 20 to 30 infected trees to help keep dogs and their owners safe.
The upcoming work follows a temporary closure in December 2024, when crews removed more than 215 hazardous trees after volunteers raised safety concerns about fallen limbs along the trails.
Several environmental challenges have damaged the park’s tree canopy, led by the emerald ash borer (EAB). The invasive pest has devastated ash trees across Minnesota, creating an unprecedented number of hazardous trees that exceeds standard operational capacity.
To address these forestry challenges, the county has secured state funding, reallocated internal budgets and hired a dedicated staff forester to oversee mitigation across the system.
For questions about park access or ongoing forestry operations, please contact Ramsey County Parks and Recreation.
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