Indian Creek Nature Center

Immerse Yourself in Nature!

From the moment you step out of your car at the Indian Creek Nature Center, you’re instantly immersed in nature.

Native prairie grasses, such as goldenrod and mountain mint, welcome you at the parking lot where you can plug in to a new ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGER.

As you approach the primary building, Amazing Space, you notice the easily WALKABLE TRAIL weaving through a prairie with benches and native wildflowers. You won’t encounter any steps that may limit your ACCESS to the programs and exhbits inside. Why is the space so amazing? Amazing Space follows through on its ambitions to preserve and contribute to the environment. The entire building sustains itself with rain water, geothermal heat and solar energy. Inside, a built-in exhibit showcasing the seasonal lifespan and wildlife of the nearby Indian Creek pleasantly welcomes you.

You can watch cardinals, finches and bees from the bird-viewing room, meet the turtles in the lobby and grab a stick (or two) of organic honey or real maple syrup from the gift shop. You’ll find the energy boost welcome as you head outdoors to explore seven miles through the wetlands, prairies and woodlands within a short hike from the building. No matter the season you will be surrounded by BEAUTY in every direction. Frogs call to you from the nearby pond. Your eyes will be drawn to wildlife dashing through the prairie. Towering trees wave at you as the wind rustles their leaves. You find a patio, fire circle and amphitheater where you can gather with loved ones. The grounds’ newest feature, the 146-year-old “Blue Bridge” creates a photo-perfect backdrop for your hike. Let your self wander and follow where the trail leads you. What you discover cannot be measured or counted, but it can be felt. It will be a connection with nature that brings a subtle joy that is easy to find but impossible to bottle. Any time of year, the peace found in the outdoors will be waiting for you at Indian Creek Nature Center.