Visit Tamarack Nature Center
Helping people discover the value of nature through play, exploration, service and inquiry.
Address
Tamarack Nature Center
5287 Otter Lake Road
White Bear Township, MN 55110
Directions
Tamarack Nature Center is located about 20 minutes north of downtown Saint Paul. From Saint Paul, take I-35E north to Highway 96, go east on Highway 96 to Otter Lake Road and turn north. Tamarack Nature Center is located about 2.5 miles on the left side of the road.
Please be aware of ongoing construction until Spring 2027. During construction, visitors should expect temporary changes to access and operations. The main entrance to the Nature Center may be temporarily closed; please use the building's south entrance. Vehicle traffic patterns, including program drop-off and pick-up locations, may change during construction. The Play Stream will close for the remainder of the 2026 season once construction begins. Temporary directional signage will be installed throughout the site to help visitors navigate safely.
Learn more about the construction happening at Tamarack Nature Center.
Hours
Tamarack Nature Center building
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday-Saturday | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
| Sunday | Noon - 4 p.m. |
Holiday hours
The nature center building is closed during all Ramsey County holidays. Trails and Discovery Hollow remain open to the public.
Discovery Hollow Nature Play Area
5 a.m. - 11 p.m., daily.
Garden
Open Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday, noon-4 p.m.
Trails
Trails are open 5 a.m. - 11 p.m., daily.
Policies
View Tamarack Nature Center policies and ordinances.
Photography sessions and special event expectations.
Fees
Trails and Discovery Hollow and Garden are free and open to the public. Donations are gratefully accepted.
Contact us
Sunday: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Monday – Saturday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.