Tamarack Nature Center

Service alert - COVID-19

Outdoor trails are open. Discovery Hollow is closed. Outdoor portable toilets will be available. Nature Center building will remain closed. All programs have been canceled through at least June 30. Day camps will not be held in June; Ramsey County is assessing the feasibility of day camps taking place in July and August.  Free virtual programming is available. 

COVID-19 information and resources

Northern saw whet owl

Visit Tamarack

Tamarack Nature Center is a 320-acre preserve in White Bear Township. Play, learn and explore year-round!

Drop-In Discovery Station at Tamarack Nature Center

Programs & Events

Explore Tamarack year-round through a variety of programs ranging from nature hikes to up-close encounters with animals.

Day Camps

Spend your summer exploring the great outdoors! Camps are available for ages 3 to eighth grade.

Play Outdoors

Run, climb or hike to your heart's content.

Nature Preschool

Learn from nature by being immersed in it.

Volunteer

At Tamarack Nature Center, volunteers can assist with animal care, help with programs, tend the garden and much more.

Tamarack Nature Center News

05/01/20
Tamarack Nature Center offering free virtual programs
04/28/20
Junior Assistant Naturalist application deadline extended to May 5
04/06/20
Spring burns planned for Ramsey County parks
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