Kalamazoo Nature Center
7000 N. Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49009-6309
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One of the nation's top nature centers. The Interpretive Center features interactive exhibits, live animals, an indoor tropical forest and more. 1,100 acre nature center with miles of trails to explore or create your own which also includes an 11 acre arboretum. Opportunities for all skill levels. A barnyard and butterfly house open seasonally. An official Michigan Wildlife Viewing Area. Admission charged.
Jani G | October 2025
Lost for $7
I spent 45 minutes of my hike, trying to figure out where I was and where I wanted to go. The map and way finding is bad. The map was in black and white while the trails were color-coded. And there...
KathyE739 | July 2025
Not worth it.
Husband took me here for my birthday, these are the reasons it wasn't worth the money.
1. There is very little to see inside or out
2. Mostly woods with dirt trails and tree roots
3. The map they...
CoreySt | September 2024
Great for some family time!
Our 17 month old loved our afternoon here. We arrived in the area that morning and wanted some outside time. He loved the trails and the Center itself with a couple turtles that were a big hit. Was...
Brendan F | March 2024
Nice stop for a couple of hours
Stopped by this nature preserve on the way back home from the Gilmore car museum. It was a nice location and some nice very easy trails.
Lora G | April 2023
Wonderful place to get in some steps and enjoy nature
We had a great day exploring the trails and the descriptions and everything were just perfect. Trail descriptions are very accurate as well as their difficulty level. We will definitely be back soon.
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