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Lost Valley Prairie Scientific and Natural Area (SNA), a 320-acre protected preserve in Denmark Township, Washington County, Minnesota, is a bedrock bluff prairie characterized by a series of limestone ridges and dry swales. It provides habitat for several state-threatened and special-concern species. Among these are rock sandwort, a tiny white-flowered plant usually found much farther north, and Hill’s thistle, a fire-dependent species of special concern. The area is also a prime location for birdwatching, with documented sightings of northern harriers, loggerhead shrikes, and various migrating warblers and sparrows. The main entrance and parking area for Lost Valley Prairie SNA are located at the dead end of Nyberg Avenue. Like most Scientific and Natural Areas, there are no maintained recreational trails. Visitors may hike across the prairie, but should be prepared for uneven terrain. A maintenance road winds through parts of the site and can offer an easier walking route. An extra tip: the AllTrails app features a curated trail named Lost Prairie Valley (sic), but this “trail” is primarily off-trail, leading through tallgrass prairie and thick stands of sumac.

This viewpoint features a small wooden bench and railing and nice elevated views of the Saint Croix River above the woods.

Colby Lake is a medium lake in the center of Colby Lake Park. There is a paved trail that runs the perimeter of the water, so it is a great place for a run to enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

The Brown's Creek State Trail and Gateway State Trail meet here at Duluth Junction. There is a large parking area along with restrooms at this trailhead, making it a great spot to start your ride.

Colby Lake is the namesake lake of Colby Lake Park in Woodbury, Minnesota. There is a paved path around the entire reservoir, making for a scenic ride by the water.

Colby Lake is the centerpiece of Colby Lake Park in Woodbury, Minnesota. It's a couple miles around the entire reservoir, which you can walk via a paved path. This is a really popular spot for walking and running, so you'll likely see others while you are out.

The Gateway State Trail is a paved 18-mile multi-use trail from the city of St. Paul to Pine Point Regional Park.