Beautiful nature center with wooded trails! We began a weekly walking group here, venturing through the woods, over the creek and on a bridge through the marsh. Take in the gorgeous scenery during the summer and fall exploring 3 miles of trails! I look forward to the spring colors. They added a fabulous climbing structure and play area for kids. They also have an indoor center with several events, a small outdoor amphitheater and a picnic shelter. Check out their website for the events calendar. Hours: November - March, daily from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. April - October, daily from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. read more

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Lovely nature center inside the metro! I didn't have a chance this time to go into the visitor center but the walking paths in the woods are very nice and secluded. There's some nice ponds throughout the woods that has swans geese and other birds. Theres also a playground near the visitor center. Great place to take your family or little ones for a walk in nature. read more

Springbrook Nature Center - Parks Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Great park with a mix of trails over marshy areas, water, and through woods. There are a lot of viewing spots and I got to see a lot of wildlife. Great easy hike. The nature center was also great. There's a mix of live native animals and interactive activities for kids. I also liked the viewing area where you could watch the bird feeders. A great spot for a visit! read more

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Love this nature center. Such a convenient location. It's an enjoyable place for all ages. Looks like they have recently added some new climbing structures in the nature play area. There's also a water pump to play in that area as well in the warmer months. Didn't get pictures of the inside since it was closed for Veterans Day, but my kids love seeing the frogs, turtles, playing with the puppets, and the binoculars for bird watching! We did a loop on the trail (not sure how far it goes out taking another path) and my almost 2 year old daughter was able to walk the whole distance. Great free activity to do all year long. No dogs allowed as other reviewers have written! read more

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It's the crown gem of Fridley's park system. By crown gem, I mean nasty, dank sewer. There are lots of muddy and poorly marked trails, rickety bridges of wood, metal and plastic, noisy tapping woodpeckers, incessant shrieking red-winged blackbirds, chirping chickadees, loud honking geese, duck duck grey ducks and a plethora of tree rats (squirrels). It's everything that a nature fiend would detest after thirty seconds in this hellhole! Gee whiz! I'd much rather spend my time in one of the nearby chain restaurants. Oh wait, no I wouldn't. I do enjoy the peace here, so please don't come here. Thanks. ;-) read more

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Enjoyed a beautiful Autumn walk last week...as it just began! Participated in a free program by the Springbrook Nature Center, called "Walk with a Naturalist". Participants met at the visitor center for this lovely naturalist-led hike, who were two young very intelligent, friendly, personable young women and we got to borrow a pair of Springbrook's binoculars... so grateful, as I forgot to bring my own. Through the binoculars I was able to view the lovely critters, birds and fungi, up close. The paths are wide and well marked, and are covered with varying levels of wood chips and mulch. Not only did I get a good 75 minute workout, but I went home enlightened, as I learned so much about Minnesota wildlife, fauna and history! read more

Springbrook Nature Center has really come a long way. The nature center today is very well kept up and is very clean. They have a children's play area right by the main building which the kids there seemed to love! They also have an amphitheater around the building too. The trails themselves are great. They are many different lengths of trails depending on how long you want your walk or run to be. The long path that goes around the whole park is the best one though. It is absolutely beautiful and you get to see all the best parts. There is a lot of wildlife here! On this particular visit, we saw a family of 4 deer twice while walking on the trails. Truly a fun thing to see. Fun place to come with family or friends, even by yourself! Great place for kids and adults alike. And the best part is that is wonderful nature center is totally free. read more

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Nice spot of nature surrounded by residential & industrial areas. Nice paths/trails to explore, no matter the season! The buildings & activities are closed due to the pandemic but the trails are open! Come outdoors and enjoy the day! read more

I have lived in the area for more than 10 years and had never visited. The walking paths are very nice and the building had interesting information and lots of opportunities for kids. The setting had picnic areas and places you could sit if you needed to rest. read more

Nice hike close to the cities. It feels like you drove out of town. Which is nice for the gas tank it's a different hike every time. There a lot of different trails you can take. The people in the pavilion are very knowledgeable and offer help when needed. Lots of fun programs for all ages. Lots of wild life. Highly recommend this place for a quick get away from the stress of life. read more

Be vewwy vewwy quiet .... we're hunting wabbits. There aren't many places where a kid can do crafts, go for a hike, see signs of a coyote, see whats left of the coyote's lunch (a rabbit) and then have a picnic lunch. The staff here are great with the kids, know a lot about nature, and seem genuinely dedicated to teaching others. The main room has a group of exhibits with plenty of hands on stuff to keep the kiddies enthralled. We didn't see the rabbit we planned on, but we did see a rabbit. Perhaps its duck season. read more

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Amazing, the trail lead to beautiful bridges and water areas. They also have signs and maps to help guide people towards their interest. The center also have live snakes and turtles. There are also descriptions to help teach people about specific animals. Staff was also friendly. People on the trail were also friendly. A great family place for walks and education. read more

Springbrook Nature Center - Beautiful bridge that connects to the trail near the parking lot. - Parks Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

One of my favorite nature centers to walk. Nice long trails with a variety of scenery and the new outdoor children's play area that is nature themed. Love to bring my granddaughter here and walk. read more

We love watching here. They are continually improving the pathways. Saw deer and many birds. Feels like you are out in the wilderness instead of the middle of the city. read more

Great outdoors. It is close to the cities. There is hiking and fun activities in the winter.

Great place for kids or adults. Go for a nature walk and check out the ponds. I think they have 2-5 miles of trails that are all pretty east. I used to go there as a kid. They have special Easter and Halloween programs and do nature birthday parties. They have a nice indoor area for near viewing for kids and a nice touch and feel section. great nature center close to the cities. A real gem of the metro. read more

Love this nature land. Plenty if birds and trees for the pup to pee on during those beautiful morning walks.

I went to Springbrook Nature Center to play PolemonGo last week because they have like 8 Pokestops. I hadn't been there in over a year and I noticed they redid a few of the bridges, they did an amazing job. I always walk across the bridge that goes through the wetlands, there is so much wildlife you are guaranteed to see at least one Turtle or Frog hanging out by the bridge. It's a nice little trail that makes me feel like I'm up north even though I'm not even one mile from the Fridley Walmart. read more

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I've been coming to this park every few years since I was a little kid. But this review isn't over the years, it is for a Birthday party we had here. This is a little known part of Springbrook nature center, they have all sorts of themed birthday parties. For my son we chose the spider theme. This was a great way to spend his birthday party. They start out with a Q&A on spiders, then they bring out the Tarantulas. They had 2 of them. I would have liked to have held them, but I can see why they don't let people touch them. I'm sure it's a liability thing. They had a cool spider game to play and they followed it up with an arts and craft climbing spider. They were good with the kids and we had 16 of them running around. This is definitely a great place for a gathering and so much to see. Also I geocached (geocaching.com) here too. There are plenty in this park. read more

Loved walking through this place! So beautiful and calm. The trails were great! Definitely will frequent often!

First time visiting today. Beautiful. Love seeing the turtles & ducks while walking. It's sad dogs aren't welcome.

Great place for the family, indoors and out. Great outdoor kids area for smaller children, and the trails are nice. It would be great if you could bring dogs who are not allowed. Staff is always very nice and helpful. read more

The outer loop trail is 1.5 miles and has become a favorite walk. It's a great balance of shade and sun. I like that most of the path is unpaved- either covered with gentle wood chips, dirt and there are multiple wood bridges and boardwalks. The trails have all been well maintained when I go visit. Part of the trail goes over the marsh areas which is a popular place for school/ summer kid groups to spot turtles and ducks. Very family friendly place and they have a great outdoor play area for the kiddos. Nice and clean facility inside with interesting info on the wildlife. It's a great spot in the middle of Fridley where you can take a break from the suburbs and take in the outdoors. Only downside is that it is right next to the highway and rail road tracks so some areas of the trails can be noisier. If you plan on bringing smaller kids there is a small 10-15 min paved path around the center that would be stroller friendly. read more

This place is frikin awesome man it's so pretty and big lots of places to walk and enjoy nature. Smoke hella weed here to enhance ur marvelous experience. !!! read more

I've been coming here for 15 years, of course it's somewhat dilapidated - trail closures, the wetland walkway falling apart it's still a sweet retreat for the area. I come here often with my dog... You're not suppose to bring them. But if your early enough and not a lot of people are there ... I see numerous dog walkers here. read more

This is a lovely little nature center that seems to be nestled right into the middle of the suburbs. I went to Springbrook Nature Center a couple times with my school and always enjoyed those field trips. They have great nature paths to go on alone or perhaps with a date. In October they have an excellent Halloween pumpkin event that I wish I had known about sooner. Very nice escape from the hum drum of suburban life. read more

A great place to spend time when you don't have money with family and friends. It could be a little cleaner though.

Beautiful place to be at! Its fun, nice and peaceful.