Wood Lake Nature Center
Mon, May 19, 2025, 9:30am
6710 Lakeshore Drive South
Richfield, MN 55423
Wood Lake Nature Center, located in the heart of Richfield just south of 66th Street and Lyndale Avenue, is a peaceful 150-acre cattail marsh, woodland, and restored prairie that is a haven for migrating birds and waterfowl. It is surprising that on its hiking trails one can find over 200 species of birds.
This UMRA hike is a great opportunity for those who would like a shorter, easier hike. The trails are dirt, grass, and woodchip, with some bridges and a bit of paved trails. Only a couple small hills to navigate, the park is mostly flat. We will hike two loops around this wonderful park, each loop is only two miles. Those who prefer a shorter hike can opt to stop after one loop.
This is a good hike for beginner hikers and those recovering from illness or injury. Pace will accommodate all hikers.
UMRA hikers will meet at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, May 19, in the parking lot, which has plenty of free parking.
Sign ups for this event are through the new member portal -- be sure to create your login before you try to use this. Don't have the email? Search for an email from [email protected]. It may have gone to your spam folder.
Please sign up for this hike (required). Registrations will be accepted up to 24 hours before the hike.
Your completed form will be used to be sure everyone who signs up has arrived before the start of the hike. Newcomers are welcome!
—Bev Moe and Michael Luxenberg, UMRA Hiking Club co-leaders
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