Wolsfeld Woods SNA

220 Acres Located from Long Lake 0.5 mi N on Brown Rd to Co Hwy 6. Park in the Trinity Lutheran church parking lot. Hennepin County Twp 118N Rng 23W Sec 26 Type: Deciduous Woods ECS Subsection: Big Woods

Description:

Wolsfeld Woods, named for its German homesteaders, is a premier example of the original "Big Woods" forest that once covered the south central part of the state. Very few remnants remain due to urban expansion, agriculture, and industrial development. This large, mature stand of hardwoods covers gently rolling hills with a wide variety of tree species, including red oak, ironwood, butternut, maple, elm, and basswood. Trilliums, hepatica, bloodroot, and dutchman's breeches grow on the forest floor. The best time to visit is in late spring to view blooming woodland wildflowers and in fall for the outstanding color display. The Nature Conservancy assisted in the transfer of this gift to the state as an SNA. Visitors are required to stay on marked trails. Dogs are not permitted.

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