Maplewood Nature Center & Neighborhood Preserves

About

Wetland exhibit; displays of animals, both live & taxidermy; trails and 620' floating board walk; bird feeding station; touch & see corner for kids; binocular and snowshoe rental. New solar panels as of 2011. Water garden, prairie restoration, butterfly garden and rainwater gardens. children outdoor play area; picnic area; outdoor amphitheater. Handicap accessible. Call for information on programs and events.

Dates

Year around. Visitor center open TU-SA 8:30am-4:30pm. Trails open 1/2 hr before sunrise and close 1/2 hr after sunset daily.

Rates

Free admission to trails and Visitor Center. Free parking. Naturalist led public programs are free or have a minimal charge. See website for school field trip information, www.maplewoodnaturecenter.com.

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