Prairie Woods Nature Center
The Prairie Woods Nature Center offers an opportunity to gain a better understanding of Sioux County’s environment and history. Interactive exhibits provide information on different habitats including wetland, prairie, forest, as well as covering Sioux County’s geology and settlement history. The nature center is also home to the Sioux County Conservation Environmental Education animals, environmental education programming and Administration Offices.
Check-In / Out Availability Check-in is after N/A and check-out is before N/A.
Location
Prairie Woods Nature Center
1603 Oak Grove Road
Hawarden, IA 51023
Located at Oak Grove Park.
Contact: 712-552-1047
Fees
There is no fee for visiting the Prairie Woods Nature Center.
Hours of Operation & Seasons
Winter Hours October 15- April 15
Monday- Closed
Tuesday- 9-4
Wednesday- 9-4
Thursday- 1-4
Friday- 9-4
Saturday-1-4
Sunday- Closed
Summer Hours April 15- October 15
Monday- Closed (unless posted)
Tuesday- 9-4
Wednesday- 9-4
Thursday-1-7
Friday- 9-4
Saturday- 9-4
Sunday-1-4
Call for Availability
Address
4051 Cherry Ave
Hawarden, IA 51023
Closures
Holiday Closures:
Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, New Years Day
*Center will also be closed due to bad weather conditions.Availability
Where You'll Be
Sioux County
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