Welcome

Our facility will be closed on Monday, Jan. 15th in observation of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Our building will reopen to the public at 9am on Tuesday, Jan. 16th.

As always, our grounds and trails featuring self-guided tours are free and open daily from dawn until dusk.
Please exercise caution to remain safe on trails, sidewalks, and driveways, as conditions may be icy.

Our facility is open on weekdays from 9am to 4pm and on weekends from 10am to 2pm.

As always, our grounds and trails featuring self-guided tours are free and open daily from dawn until dusk.

Trailside Backpacks

Family Trailside Backpack Program Enhance your exploration of nature with our Trailside Backpacks! This self-guided, year-round program is designed for groups to learn together as they explore the Aldo Leopold Nature Center trails and beyond. We’ll provide a backpack with ID books, activities, and all the tools you’ll need to engage with nature.

This program is FREE thanks to generous support from the Monona Tourism Commission.

Public hours are Monday through Friday, 9am to 4pm, and weekends 10am to 2pm. To ensure availability for large groups, please call in advance.

Disponible en Español.

Aldo Leopold Nature Center