Things to do in Metro Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Metro Minneapolis-Saint Paul: The Best Nature & Wildlife Areas

April 7, 2022 Randal Brittian

Discover the best top things to do in Metro Minneapolis-Saint Paul, United States including Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center, Harris Lake Park, The Belwin Conservancy, Tamarack Nature Center, Kordiak County Park, Lowry Nature Center, Bredesen Park, Woodland Trails Regional Park, Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, The Raptor Center.
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1. Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center

12805 Saint Croix Trl S, Hastings, MN 55033-9499 +1 651-437-4359 http://carpenternaturecenter.org
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5.0 based on 21 reviews

Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center

Reviewed By Flinhart

This is an amazing place - every time you go (whether you're an adult or child), there's something new going on. First off - the park offers lots of events - snow showing in the winter, bird watching and bird banding. Check out the website/newsletter to find out when the next event is taking place. There are many trails and paths that walk along the river. Fortunately, there are benches along the path - when you see something beautiful, you can sit, pause, and enjoy the view.

2. Harris Lake Park

1620 Mississippi St NE, Fridley, MN 55432-4748 +1 763-572-3570
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Harris Lake Park

3. The Belwin Conservancy

1553 Stagecoach Trl S, Afton, MN 55001-9703 +1 651-436-5189 http://www.belwin.org/
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

The Belwin Conservancy

4. Tamarack Nature Center

5287 Otter Lake Rd, White Bear Lake, MN 55110-5851 +1 651-407-5350 https://parks.co.ramsey.mn.us/tamarack/Pages/tamarack.aspx
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5.0 based on 64 reviews

Tamarack Nature Center

Reviewed By sitkabob - Sitka, United States

This green space is amazing in the middle of such an urban area. We had a great hike, using the Dragonfly trail. The trails are pretty well marked, but in some cases it was challenging to follow, but you certainly don't get lost. Take water if the day is hot(ours was and we regretted not having any). Loads of great vegetation and insect life. It was a great day.

5. Kordiak County Park

1845 49th Ave NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421-2046 +1 763-757-3920 http://www.anokacounty.us/763/Kordiak-County-Park
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5.0 based on 10 reviews

Kordiak County Park

6. Lowry Nature Center

7025 Victoria Dr, Victoria, MN 55386-9668 +1 763-694-7650 http://www.threeriversparks.org/parks/carver-park/lowry-nature-center.aspx
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Lowry Nature Center

7. Bredesen Park

5901 Olinger Blvd, Edina, MN 55436-1909
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Bredesen Park

8. Woodland Trails Regional Park

20135 Elk Lake Rd NW, Elk River, MN 55330-8307 +1 763-635-1150 https://www.elkrivermn.gov/facilities/facility/details/Woodland-Trails-Park-31
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Woodland Trails Regional Park

9. Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge

3815 American Blvd E, Bloomington, MN 55425-1600 +1 952-854-5900 http://www.fws.gov/midwest/minnesotavalley/
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4.5 based on 147 reviews

Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge

Reviewed By fistfullofgold - Chanhassen, United States

Plenty of trails and hiking area allows for long hikes and opportunities to let you dog run off leash. I went during the week so was able to avoid many other people/dogs. Well maintained walking trails and hiking paths along with plenty of parking.

10. The Raptor Center

1920 Fitch Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55108-1057 +1 612-624-4745 [email protected] http://www.TheRaptorCenter.org
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4.5 based on 60 reviews

The Raptor Center

Established in 1974 as part of the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, The Raptor Center rehabilitates more than 700 sick and injured raptors each year, while helping to identify emerging environmental issues related to raptor health and populations. An internationally renowned education facility, The Raptor Center trains veterinary students and veterinarians from around the world to become future leaders in raptor medicine and conservation. In addition, The Raptor Center reaches more than 150,000 people annually through its unique public education programs and events. Come visit the education raptors with a TRC interpretive tour guide. Tours are offered every thirty minutes, on the half hour and hour. 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Tuesday-Friday 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday Tour Admissions Ages 3-17 $3.00 Ages 18-62 $5.00 Ages 62+ $3.00 U of M staff and students (with ID) are admitted free. Formal programs and other education options available.

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