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    Springbrook Nature Center

    4.9 (28 reviews)

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    Madison B.

    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!

    "But I didn't know about the rule!" Probably the most important and least obvious are no pets (or no Holsteins?) and no biking.
    Mark D.

    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. ;-)

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    Paige O.

    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.

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    Sam M.

    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.

    Beautiful bridge that connects to the trail near the parking lot.
    Hue Ye L.

    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.

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    4 years ago

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

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    6 years ago

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

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

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    8 years ago

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

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

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

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    It's a great spot in the middle of Fridley where you can take a break from the suburbs and take in the outdoors.

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    Loring Park

    4.2(85 reviews)
    10.6 miLoring Park

    This is a huge park that has a little of everything. This park has a fine mix of modern amenities…read moreand rustic appeal. It is a little piece of calm just outside the busy city. It spans 34 acres and is named after Charles Loring, an American businessman, miller and publicist who was the first Minneapolis Park Board and considered the "Father of the Park System" in Minneapolis. The park has an astounding flower garden. It was very pretty. You will also find a very nice lake/wetland here. It has seating and is very soothing. The lake is home to many animals. Fishing is welcome at the lake. They even have a fishing pier. The park has a full basketball court and a half-court basketball court that are in great shape. The park's horseshoe pits could use some TLC, though. The park is home to about 10 pits. If you are a pickleball player, then the park has a couple of nice courts to play on. Other park amenities include tennis courts, shuffleboard, and two playground areas on wood-chip beds. One area is fenced in and is for smaller children. This area has a bank of swings, a saucer swing, slides, a modern merry-go-round, a bebble bridge, and a jungle gym. The other playground area, for older kids, has a climbing net, balance beam, slides, pebble bridge, and rock climbing wall. This area is not fenced in. I have seen a lot of parks, and this is a nice one. They host events such as movie screenings, ice skating, and lunchtime concerts. You can easily spend half a day here. I really enjoyed my time here and am sure that you will too.

    Loring park is a nice walking/area to take in some nature. There's a bridge that connects it to the…read moreMpls Sculpture Garden (so you can avoid crossing the busy intersection). They have hosted Pride as well as art fairs & a host of other events here for many years. Not sure if it ever came back/they turned it back on but they used to have a dandelion water fountain that was really pretty - closer to the DT/College side. Also restaurants and coffee shops around the area. There's metered parking closer to the DT side. And around most of the park. For the most part it seems quiet and chill besides the traffic.

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    Theodore Wirth Park

    4.4(48 reviews)
    10.1 mi

    Come out and visit the Trail Head at Theodore Wirth!…read more It has a fantastic community space and outdoor recreation center. Totally makes winter in Minnesota even better. I'm new to discovering The Trailhead at Theodore Wirth Regional Park, but believe me when I say I'll be back many more time. In the winter, they offer cross-country skiing and lessons. (You can rent a full set of gear for about $30- no need to have your own to experience skiing! They also have à la carte options for cheaper if you only need poles or boots, etc.) Besides skiing, outdoor winter activities also include snow tubing, snowboarding, snowshoeing.... You name it. (I haven't been in fall or summer yet, but I also hear great things about their mountain biking and trail running options.) Inside The Trailhead, there's food and drink concessions, ample seating, lockers, bathrooms, and even rooms for rent. The last time I was there, a family was hosting a young child's birthday party in the multi-purpose room. Altogether, there is an amazing assortment of services here to come and check out. Can't wait for next ski season!

    HIDDEN GEM IN THE CITY…read more I've lived on this parkway for 3 years now and I don't think I've shut up about how amazing Theo Wirth is since! The City Chain of Lakes get all the hype, but you know what's even closer to downtown, in the heart of the city, with: a lake xc ski trails fat bike / mountain bike trails endless walking paths beach with volleyball courts public golf course and so much more?! Yeah, that's right - my neighborhood park! You can do about every outdoor activity you can think of here. Plus, the Trailhead is the main hub for all of it, with a restaurant, tons of indoor seating, gear rentals year-round, and an amazing nature space in the heart of the city. This is the perfect park to embrace any season in Minne!

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    Centennial Lakes Park

    4.6(80 reviews)
    17.8 mi

    Urban Oasis for a Peaceful Stroll! Centennial Lakes is a…read moregreat outing, earning five stars from me. I wanted a nice place to stretch my legs, and this park was just right. The paved paths make for an easy and accessible walk, suitable for a quick escape or a leisurely stroll. What really stood out to me was how quiet it felt. Even with buildings in the background, the park feels remarkably peaceful. The gentle sound of water, the rustling of leaves, and the overall calm let you forget you're in a busy area. It's a fantastic bubble of serenity. The scenery mixes urban sophistication with natural beauty. Modern buildings create a sleek backdrop for the beautifully designed waterways and landscaped grounds. Even without full bloom, you can see a real commitment to diverse plants here. I can't wait for a return visit in the spring! I can only imagine how bright and colorful it gets when everything is in full bloom. If you want a peaceful place to clear your mind, enjoy some fresh air, and take a nice walk, Centennial Lakes is a must-visit. Whether you have 15 minutes or an hour, it's the perfect spot. I left feeling refreshed and energized. I can't wait to see it come to life in the spring!

    I was in the area just to shop at Blick's art supplies, but it was a sunny winter day out and I…read morenoticed this was right nearby, so I decided to have a walk along the path and soak up some of the sunshine. It was way fancier than I'd been expecting from just finding it on the map on Google. I read on the historical plaque that it was designed in 1988 to replace some old gravel pit! Considering how gorgeous it is, that was a really good choice. I got the feeling from how many folks were enjoying the grounds that this park is a staple of the area for communal recreation. It is very much built into the cityscape to reside alongside it. You won't be escaping the buildings and roads nearby, but still, it was a nice bit of natural relief. The primary attraction this time of year is the ice skating between three man made lakes and paths between them. Rentals were available at the warming house, which also had a concessions stand (reasonably affordable fare!), restrooms, water fountain, lockers, and ample benches to put on your skates or warm up awhile (with two fireplaces on either end). There were also exterior restrooms for when the building itself isn't open, which are available year round (the outdoor water fountain though was understandably switched off). During other seasons there is apparently golf, fishing, and paddle boat rentals. Cute! Towards the south end sits an amphitheatre. There are various sculptures along the outer path to see as well, including a giant pine cone, crane, a golden retriever ready to shake your hand, and more. Lots of benches and even swinging benches to rest and relax. Plenty of maps at intervals. The park connects to the Edina Promenade pedestrian/bike trail that goes north and east. I think next time I'm in the area, I'll take a stroll down them. In the future I believe there are plans to connect them to other sections. There's plenty of parking to choose from in any of the nearby shopping centers with garages, but I believe there's also parking specific to the park as well.

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