Come nourish your need for nature! Enjoy the beauty and restorative power of the big woods, farm fields, and prairie grasses at Shepard Farm, Dodge Nature Center’s property in Cottage Grove.
Only 11 miles from the heart of Woodbury, Shepard Farm offers 140 acres of greenspace for people of all ages to experience the outdoors and learn something new in nature.
There’s lots for you to do:
- Hike the mile-long trail through the 100-year-old woods. You’re welcome every day from sunrise to sunset—and it’s always free!
- View farm animals like cows, goats, and sheep in the wide pastures.
- Join a naturalist-led activity, available in every season with unique offerings for children, families, and adults.
- Send your child to school-age day camps where they will meet animals, make friends, and stretch their legs & minds.
- Garden and grow your own produce in the community garden.
- Cultivate hives and produce honey with beekeeping programs.
Know before you go: dogs and bikes are not allowed on any Dodge Nature Center property. See our Visitor Guidelines for more information.
Dodge Nature Center is a community-funded 501c3 nonprofit organization supported by people like you. Learn more about Dodge’s mission, vision, and values here.
Dodge Nature Center
651-455-4531
Email: info@DodgeNatureCenter.org
Trails open every day during daylight hours
Directions and Parking
Vehicles can access Shepard Farm via a one-way road. Enter from 70th Street S and exit on Jamaica Avenue. The paved lot offers ample parking for cars—do not park in the bus loop.
Pedestrians can enter Shepard Farm from paved trails along 70th Street S and Jamaica Avenue. A bike rack is available at the property entrance.
Facebook: @dodgenaturecenter
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