When is Morrison Nature Center open?
Mon–Tue closed; Wed–Fri 12–4 PM; Sat–Sun 9 AM–4 PM.
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Morrison Nature Center
- 4.7145 reviews
- Free
- Open now · till 4 pm
Morrison Nature Center offers a peaceful, educational escape with well-maintained trails, interpretive exhibits, and historic features that highlight local ecology and heritage. Visitors come for hands-on programs, wildlife viewing, and easy hikes through prairie and woodland habitats—expect gentle terrain, informational signage, and occasional guided activities. It's a family-friendly spot for nature study, photography, and quiet outdoor recreation.
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When is the best time to visit Morrison Nature Center?
It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.
Where is Morrison Nature Center?
16002 E Smith Rd,Aurora, CO 80011.
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Why it fits right now
A great call right now.
This is its best hour in the next five days.
In its favour
- Open till 4 pm
- Best in the afternoon
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Best time to go
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Plan your visit
Hours
Open now · till 4 pm- monday
- Closed
- tuesday
- Closed
- wednesday
- 12–4 PM
- thursday
- 12–4 PM
- friday
- 12–4 PM
- saturday
- 9 AM–4 PM
- sundayToday
- 9 AM–4 PM
Where and how
- 1 Morrison Nature Center
- 2 Star K Ranch Wetland Trail · 1 min
- 3 Star K Ranch · 8 min
Good to know
- Free to visit
- Good with kids
- Good for solo
- Good for small groups
From visitors and the venue
What it's like
4.7from 145 reviews
Known for
- Nature walks
- Photography
- Weekend outings
- Walking trails
- Wildlife viewing
- Historic landmarks
The feel
- Quiet
- Spacious
- Historic
- Family friendly
- Tourists
- Solo friendly
Around Gateway Park
Nearby
Within about a 15-minute walk.
For the next three hours
What to wear to go there now
Light layer until 5 pm. Jacket from 5 pm.
JacketFrom 5 pm
Light layerUntil 5 pm