The Interpretive Center will be closed on Saturday, May 23 and Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. Trails are still open.

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  • Little Sprouts: What’s in the water?

    River Bend Nature Center 1000 Rustad Rd., Faribault, MN

    Little Sprouts: What’s in the water? Cost: $10/child, $5/member child, adults attend for free. Saturday, May 30,  10:00am-11:30am Explore what lives in River Bend's ponds through sensory play, observation, and…

    $5 – $10

  • Drop off Donations

    River Bend Nature Center 1000 Rustad Rd., Faribault, MN

    Drop off your donations of gently used or new items for River Bend's upcoming Garage Sale. Drop off Time: 9:00-3:00 pm Location: River Bend Nature Center Garage Sale Dates: June…

  • Drop off Donations

    River Bend Nature Center 1000 Rustad Rd., Faribault, MN

    Drop off your donations of gently used or new items for River Bend's upcoming Garage Sale. Drop off Time: 9:00-3:00 pm Location: River Bend Nature Center Garage Sale Dates: June…

I love River Bend because I can see so many ecosystems in one place. Prairies, forest, wetland, they have it all!

- 5th Grade Teacher

Map of the campus of River Bend Nature Center

So Much to Explore

Right on the RBNC campus there are many opportunities for exploration! Ahead of your visit, you can:

  • Learn more about our must-see ponds
  • Plan your hike or ski using our trail maps
  • Discover the habitats and wildlife you may encounter
  • Plan an accessible route
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