Westwood Hills Nature Center

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8300 W Franklin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55426

Westwood Hills Nature Center is a serene park located in Minneapolis MN offering a tranquil escape into nature. With its winding trails diverse wildlife and lush woodlands visitors can enjoy hiking birdwatching and picnicking in a picturesque setting. The center also features educational programs that highlight the local ecosystem making it a perfect spot for families and nature enthusiasts alike.

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4.528 reviews
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Lyn H.
10/5/2025

This place is a literal hidden gem. Went for a birthday party. It is clean and well kept. As it is smaller than Como, I thought it was super lovely. It was raining and couldn't explore...

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Lily D.
9/9/2025

what a great space with super helpful and friendly staff! So many things for kids to enjoy like the playground and educational materials inside the building.

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Crystal D.
10/12/2024

Westwood is so beautiful and has a lot of unique aspects to it's trails. There are staircases, wooden paths, streams, and wildlife around every turn. The terrain is flat and there are options to...

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Stacy A.
10/10/2024

I have the fondest of memories going to the this nature center as a child. It has since been remodeled and the updated center is beautiful and great for the whole family. The naturalists are ver...

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Lisa S.
8/26/2024

Beautiful nature area. I was there with an Urban Sketching group and enjoyed the many wild flowers. While I was sketching, a turkey strutted past me. How cool. Inside, there are large meeting...

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