Thomas Sadler Roberts Bird Sanctuary

a place so near and dear to my heart. if you close your eyes and listen close the forest, animals and plants share their wisdom and secrets. the aliveness is ever present through all seasons, blessing you if you slow down, hold your heart and receive. thank you to the deer and the woodpeckers, the trees and the native plants, and to all those that tend to this land. a true gift i am forever grateful for.

Love this spot! Beautiful, quiet area next to Lake Harriet. Go bird watching, hiking, keep your eyes open for deer on the side trails and just stop and enjoy the fresher air. Playgrounds, parking and the Rose Gardens surrounded this wonderful place.

I had a great time visiting the bird sanctuary! Other than some simple dirt trails, it seems like the area has been left in its natural state. A great place to be at peace. Hard to believe you're still in Minneapolis when you're there

This is such a special little sanctuary in the middle of the city. If you're pressed for time, or limited in your travel, check this out! Great birds and right next to the Rose Garden and Lake Harriet for a fun day.

A lovely walk as well as a great place for birds. Lovely as an more natural add-on to the more formal gardens on the other edge of the parking. Devoted volunteers working constantly to improve/restore the native plants. Plus a very reliable spot to here Common Yellowthroat bird, which always makes it a great day for me.

Probably my favorite park in Minneapolis to visit during the Autumn months. The colors are beautiful and you feel as if you're miles away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Pictures from early October 2020.

Such a lovely place, but constant planes flying overhead… birds seem pretty happy though. And there’s quite a lot of standing water, but the mosquitoes don’t seem too bad. And really only one main path. Many paths are closed or Mary. Beautiful old growth, trees, and vibrant wildlife.