Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Nature Center's hours?
Nature Center building hours:
Monday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Trails are open from dawn until dusk

What is the purpose of the Nature Center?
The Nature Center's mission is to conserve a natural area, connect people with nature, and inspire environmental stewardship.

Where is the Nature Center located?
The Nature Center is located at 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, OH. We are easily accessible by car or by the RTA Green Line. For a map and directions, please click here.

How is the Nature Center funded?
The Nature Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization funded through generous donations from our members, individual supporters, foundations, and corporations. Because we do not receive any property or income tax dollars and are not finacially supported by municipal governments, the support of our members and supporters is vital to ensure that the Nature Center remains free and open to the public.

How big is the Nature Center building?
11,000 square feet.

How long are the trails including the loop around Lower Lake?
The All People's Trail is a railed, elevated boardwalk and is one-third mile long. The stair-cased Stearns Trail is one mile long and begins at the Nature Center's Wildflower Garden.  The Lower Lake loop off of the All People's Trail is one mile long.  From the Nature Center to Horseshoe Lake around and back is 2.5 miles.