Howard Christensen Nature Center
Howard Christensen Nature Center offers a peaceful nature experience with wheelchair-accessible trails and parking, a variety of hiking and birdwatching opportunities, picnic tables, a playground for kids, and a pond with wildlife such as turtles and frogs. The park features a nature center and outdoor pavilion, making it a great spot for both outdoor activities and group outings. Visitors enjoy the quiet, secluded atmosphere, though dogs must be leashed for safety.
Reviews
Took the dogs out for a walk here during the Fall and it was gorgeous. Great trails to explore with wildlife and hidden gems along the way. This was our first visit and it was worth it!
Very quiet and secluded area. The staff and other people there are always friendly. My girls enjoy the little playground, feeding the big turtles in the pond and watching for frogs.
What a dreamy place for a hike. It’s quiet and doesn’t have a ton of foot traffic. The Enchanted Forest is magical.
Remember your bug spray though! The swamp portion is gorgeous but buggy.
Also watch out for folks without their dogs leashed. Being approached by two off leash Dobermans while hiking isn’t ideal at all. No one cares if your dog is friendly, put it on a leash.
Amazing place to have around the corner! Tons of hiking trails along with a nice little pond. They have a nature center to check out along. Outside they have a little playground. Throughout the a ton activities of offered to include skating, snowshoeing and hikes
We really enjoyed a company outing here recently. They have a nice indoor facility with a kitchen, open area, and restrooms. They also have an outdoor pavilion, hiking trails and a firepit. It’s a great spot for hiking and enjoying the outdoors.