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The Eddy Discovery Center introduces visitors to the fascinating world of geology and to the diverse natural habitats that are found today within Waterloo's 20,000-plus acres. Waterloo Recreation Area has miles of trails offering hikers of all ages and abilities the chance to explore the diverse geology and habitats from forest wetlands to mature oak-hickory forests. The exhibit hall inside the center explores Michigan's geology and diverse habitats through the years from the Ice Age through European settlement to today. Waterloo is also a great place to view Sandhill Cranes in a self-guided tour of the Haehnle Sanctuary.
wildflower_luda | September 2023
Unique Big Rock Exhibits
Big boulders of different types grouped as exhibits along the trail are unique, beautiful, and interesting. Lots of great trails with beautiful views. Nature Center is nice except for one lone...
Perfect_Fan_Food_Ser | January 2023
Lantern Lit Winter Hike for a Newbie
We saw an article about this event and decided to give it a shot. It was a chilly Friday night (25 degrees), but spirits were high.
It's a bit off the beaten path. Once you exit Rt. 94. You feel...
Jim M | August 2020
Good nature center - something for everyone
Good park facilities, including a learning center, washrooms, knowledgable staff. Good hiking options . . . at least four trails. Youth circuit for the young ones, too. It has a pavilion for...
Rachel K | September 2019
Hidden Visitor Center
Great visitor center hidden away in the Waterloo State Recreation Area. Visitor center had some wonderful displays of the surrounding geology and nature. Even had some live animals!
janet k | October 2018
Waterloo Rec Area
A treasure in Chelsea! Hiking, a nature center, plenty of weekend events and it’s open year long for cross country skiing and snow shoes
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