Directions

Map and Directions

Located in the communities of West St. Paul and Mendota Heights, just off of State Highway 110, Dodge Nature Center is easily accessible for schools and other groups from southern and eastern regions of the Twin Cities area. It is 10 minutes from downtown Saint Paul and 15 minutes from the Minneapolis/Saint Paul International Airport making it very convenient for people to visit.

Main Property

The main office is located at 365 Marie Ave in West St. Paul. It is bordered by U.S. Highway 52, 1 mile to the east, and MN Highway 110, .5 mile to the south. Turn left onto Marie Ave at the intersection of Charlton and Marie if coming from Highway 110. The phone number for the main office is 651.455.4531.

Marie Property

The Marie property is located across Marie Avenue from the main property in West Saint Paul. No out buildings exist here, only hiking trails.

Lilly Property

The Lilly is located on Highway 110 between Dodd Road and Delaware in Mendota Heights. Parking is available at the Mendota Church of Christ. Those coming for programs should ask where to meet your group or naturalist.

Preschool

The preschool is located at 1715 Charlton Ave in West St. Paul. If turning onto Charlton from Highway 110, the preschool will be on the left hand side between the intersections of Marie and Wentworth. The phone number for the preschool is 651.455.4555.

Farm Education Building

The farm education building is located at 1701 Charlton Ave in West St. Paul. If turning onto Charlton from Highway 110, the building will be the left between the intersections of Marie and Wentworth, after you pass the entrance to the preschool.