Calkins Nature Area
Trails & Hiking at Calkins Nature Area
With a keen eye, many of Iowa’s native wildlife species can be spotted year round while exploring the extensive network of nature trails at Calkins. There are miles of trail system on the grounds of Calkins Nature Area for exploration and discovery.
Hours
Calkins Nature Center is open from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm daily. The grounds, including the trails and animal exhibits, are open from sunrise to sunset. Admission is FREE to the public.