First time here and it was a really nice walk. You have a few trail options. And a lot of views. A lot of the trails are unpaved but we'll labeled as your going through and not muddy. And the water views and wet lands and fields are really good! Lots of birds and very peaceful. And the nature center is really cool and bathrooms as well. Plenty of parking and plenty of views! They also have shoe scrubbers so you can get all the dirt off your feet before you get into your car which I thought was really nice. The trails were not too long either which I liked. Quick 35-45 minute strolls through each one. And a dock with a bench on the lake.
I would definitely recommend stopping here if your into nice...
Read moreThis is a beautiful nature preserve. The nature center has some raptors in the back that you can look at. Even during Covid shut down times. The trails around the nature center are wonderful and relatively short. I would say some of the trails are probably about a mile and a half long or so. A lot of acorns for kids to pluck out and throw. There is a very nice children's play area and nature exploration area. A lot of wildlife in the lakes that surround the nature center. Parking is ample and free. There is a pair of portable toilets available even when the nature center is closed. The water fountains are on. It's a great place for a families to wander around and we even saw people getting...
Read moreThis place is magnificent for the nature lover. It has all the quintessential Central Minnesota wilderness features, and tons of birds. The trails are wide and well maintained. Best of all, I saw exactly one piece of trash in 3 hours of walking. Either someone is doing a fantastic job of keeping up or the visitors tend to be conscientious sorts. I will definitely be returning and my next...
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