The Richardson Nature Center, located in Hyland Lake Park Reserve at 10145 E Bush Lake Rd, Bloomington, is a family-friendly destination managed by the Three Rivers Park District. Inside, visitors can explore interactive exhibits and view live animal displays featuring raptors, reptiles, and amphibians, with kid-friendly amenities like a puppet theater and child-sized tables. Outside, there is a nature exploration area and extensive trails ideal for hiking, running, snowshoeing, and skiing, with snowshoe rentals available. Year-round programs and family events are offered, while the surrounding 1,053-acre park features scenic glacial hills, native prairie, wetlands, and Hyland Lake.

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Nice starting play for skiing that is less busy than the man made snow rental office.

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November 23, 2025

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1. Wood Duck Pond – Richardson Nature Center loop from Little Pond

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2. Hyland Lake – CP Rail Regional Trail loop from Hyland Lake

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3. Wood Duck Pond – Little Pond loop from Lake Normandale West Lot

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Location: Bloomington, Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

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Richardson Nature Center

1. Wood Duck Pond – Richardson Nature Center loop from Little Pond

2. Hyland Lake – CP Rail Regional Trail loop from Hyland Lake

3. Wood Duck Pond – Little Pond loop from Lake Normandale West Lot

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