The Outdoor Discovery Park In Minnesota That’s Perfect For A Family Day Trip

Tamarack Nature Center in White Bear Township offers a variety of nature-filled activities perfect for a family day trip.

Warm weather in Minnesota means it's time to find some things to do outdoors. Few have ever complained about lounging by the lake for a few hours, but it's good to have a backup plan for when those situations arise. Luckily for Minnesotans, there are plenty of alternatives. One of the best, most family-friendly? Tamarack Nature Center in White Bear Township.

Tamarack Nature Center is full of nature-filled activities - perfect for a family day trip.

The center is located on more than 300 acres of land teeming with wildlife.

Tamarack holds many programs throughout the year that bring people closer to nature.

But the most popular section is probably the Discovery Hollow Nature Play Area.

Here, kids can climb, explore, build, and play. The Hobbit House is especially popular for kids who love to climb.

The Discovery Zone contains a stream where kids can learn how water flows.

Many choose to build dams on the stream.

It's a great place to cool off when the weather gets a bit too hot.

Kids and adults alike can climb some cliffs to a lovely overlook.

They can also take part in planting, watering, and weeding a garden.

All in all, Tamarack Nature Center is an incredible day trip destination for nature-loving families. You can visit at 5287 Otter Lake Road in White Bear Township.

Ever taken a day trip to Tamarack Nature Center? Let us know what you thought!

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