Hunt Hill Nature Center
Features
- Free Admission
- Yes
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- On Water
- Pets Welcome/Inquire
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Natural Attractions Type
- Parks, Forests, Trails
- Wildlife Refuge & Reserves
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Cabin Amenities
- Fireplace
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Number of Bedrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 2 Bedrooms
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Trail Length (miles)
- 13 miles
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Toilets
- Yes
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Snowshoeing
- Yes
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State and National Trails
- Yes
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Shelter
- Yes
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Fire Pit
- Yes
Hunt Hill Nature Center
Hunt Hill is a 600 acre sanctuary with 13 miles of hiking trails that go around and through old growth and cutover forest, glacial lakes, fen, bog, marsh and prairie. With varied habitats, Hunt Hill is ideal for observing a variety of wildlife within a short hike of the parking area. Trails vary from 1/3 mile up to a 3 mile loop and are open and free to the public during daylight hours year round. In the winter, snowshoes are available for use and winter trails are kept up by volunteer snowshoe hikers. The family-friendly Discovery Trail features hidden items that are changed out monthly. A nature playground is located behind the farmhouse and open during daylight hours.
The property includes two designated state natural areas. Common species seen at Hunt Hill include Bald Eagles, Sandhill Cranes, Loons, Green Herons, Great Blue Herons, many warblers, songbirds, raptors and grouse. Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary is a locally run, nonprofit nature preserve and learning center, open to all, dedicated to fostering understanding, appreciation and protection of the environment.
The main camp features picnic table area, dormitories, a library, cedar-sided barn converted into a full-service kitchen and dining hall, rec hall, outdoor amphitheater, and farmhouse office.A private waterfront with canoes, kayaks and swim area are available for use by program participants. Just off of the main camp are two historic cabins. Hunt Hill hosts summer camps, public programs, residential camps, weddings, private rentals, and more.