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Two woodchipped trails and three hard surface trails available; outdoor restrooms open year-round when area is open
About Runge Nature Center
Wildlife exhibits, trails & birdwatching. Wildlife-filled outpost offering indoor exhibits, an aquarium, diverse nature trails & birdwatching.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Nature Center
- Location
- Jefferson City, Missouri
- Highlights
- 5 hiking trails (2.4 miles), live animal exhibits, fish aquarium, wildlife viewing
- Area Hours
- 6am-9pm daily; Building closed Sundays-Mondays
What visitors say
I like this outdoor treasure that's nestled just a few minutes from our Missouri Capitol. Currently (Spring 2025) sees Runge under construction with improvements happening at the visitor center/indoor section as well as outdoor, but…
Beautiful views and scenery. Plenty of unique trails to choose from as well with varied distances. the firewatcher tower offers a great overlook of the nature center. the indoor area is a great museum type attraction that has plenty…
Great place for people of all ages. They have an amazing indoor interactive exhibit as well as a large trail to walk on. On the trail there's tons of wildlife to see and interact with. Definitely will be going back!
From 384 Google reviews
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