Wood Lake has long been known as a birding hotspot. If you are looking to add to your life list it would be a good idea to check with the staff in the Nature Center to see what's around. A Barn Owl, very rare in Minnesota, was spotted here in 1984.

Tyler Sanders

October 5, 2023

Hiking

This 150-acre park serves as a dedicated natural area for environmental education, wildlife observation, and outdoor recreation. The hike in this park is quite unique, featuring a network of trails and boardwalks that meander through lush greenery and offer scenic overlooks of Wood Lake.

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1. Wood Lake Nature Center loop — Richfield, Minnesota

3.52km

00:54

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Wood Lake Nature Center loop from Richfield

3.21km

00:49

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Wood Lake Nature Center loop from Richfield

1.81km

00:28

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 250 m

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Wednesday 4 February

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-14°C

18 %

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Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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Location: Richfield, Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

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Wood Lake Nature Center

1. Wood Lake Nature Center loop — Richfield, Minnesota

2. Wood Lake Nature Center loop from Richfield

3. Wood Lake Nature Center loop from Richfield

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