A photo of a dog exploring the Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens in Des Moines. Credit: @domorewithyourmutt
A dog sitting on a walking path at the Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens, a pet-friendly activity in Des Moines, IA.
A photo of dog-friendly Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens in Des Moines.
A photo of a dog exploring the Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens in Des Moines. Credit: @domorewithyourmutt
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Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens

Leashed dogs are welcome to join you for a stroll through the Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens in Des Moines, IA. This pet-friendly attraction, situated on 1.7 acres south of the Botanical Garden, features an Asian pavilion atop a bridge, which spans a pond cascading into the Des Moines River. Stone pagodas, bonsai-like evergreens, lanterns and sculptural rock formations are also present in the Gardens. Dogs must be leashed and cleaned up after during their visit. Visit Website

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Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens is rated 4.3 bones out of 5 by 3 canine critics on BringFido, and 4.0 stars out of 5 by 66 guests on TripAdvisor.


Visitors appreciate Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens as a charming riverside destination with interesting cultural displays and art pieces that dogs can enjoy exploring. Some note the space is smaller than expected and suggest caution around areas with stagnant water.

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