Name: Great Plains Nature Center
Address: 6232 East 29th St N #2200, Wichita, KS 67220, Wichita
Telephone: +13166835499

Indoor-outdoor facilities designed to educate about the flora & fauna of the Great Plains.

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6232 East 29th St N #2200, Wichita, KS 67220

gpnc.org

(316) 683-5499

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What is the rating of Great Plains Nature Center?: Great Plains Nature Center is rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 881 reviews.
Where is Great Plains Nature Center located?: 6232 East 29th St N #2200, Wichita, KS 67220
How can I contact Great Plains Nature Center?: Phone: (316) 683-5499 · Website: gpnc.org

Reviews (11)

John Fuller 2023 Dec 28

The most majestic spot in Wichita. If you come early enough, you'll be able to walk with the deer. It is definitely my place of zen. So peaceful here. Just remember, no dogs, or bikes allowed. Us people who visit here frequently would just like everyone to follow the rules.

Josh Decker 2023 Nov 16

Such a great place to take the kids. They have lots of different paths to walk along and they're indoor activities are fun for any age. The gift shop is really adorable even though the prices are a little high in the gift shop, but with everything being free it's not that bad.

L N 2023 Nov 09

The center facility is very cool to see the murals and interactive area, and a few live animals plus a huge fish tank with KS fish in it. An indoor seating area for kids to read books or enjoy the view of the pond and wildlife. And the trails outside provide different options from easy to longer loop. Several docks to birdwatch from. Or at island pond fishing is allowed with ks fishing license . Deer, birds ,and pretty trees and native plants. A few benches to rest along the way. Great place for nature and fresh air

Patricia Urrea 2023 Sep 22

This is a gorgeous place to walk or ride bikes . We went shortly before dusk and watched the sun set over the wetlands and through a field of yellow sunflowers . The deer , ducks and other water creatures , dragonflies and a wide variety of trees and fauna were a joy to see. I was in Wichita for one evening but if I had been there longer I would have definitely gone every afternoon . That’s how much I loved this place .

Durga Sundararaman 2023 Aug 06

Lush place very close to downtown. Has few different trail routes. Don’t miss the tunnel of trees. Has a muddy creek in the middle. Great place to destress and go for a walk or jog. Markers are provided to help us stay on trail.

isaac forster 2023 Jul 25

I've always loved going the nature's center growing up, and me and my fiance still love going to this day. It's completely free and amazing. It is guaranteed you will see wildlife. This last time we saw a huge alligator snapping turtle, baby and mama Deere, and a ton of turtles, ducks and fish as usual. Not to mention the animals they rehabilitate inside. You will not find a more amazing wildlife experience for free around here.

Michael Kearney 2023 Jun 11

We took our 3 grandchildren for the animal show and tell. They loved it and so did we.

Jennifer Seal 2023 Jun 02

A quiet oasis in Wichita. It’s well kept and litter free. The paths are moderately well maintained given that it is a nature preserve and that is the primary goal. You want decent shoes, and at some points you should take care, but there are plenty of paths that would even be wheel chair friendly.

Noah J. 2023 Jan 08

This place is good for what it is. You feel like you've left the city through a tree line is all that separates you from the highway. It's located in a great area that is easily accessible. Admission is free and open. Kids will enjoy walking here and parents will enjoy the time out with the family to somewhere quiet and relaxing. Sometimes animals can be spotted but it depends on the season and time of day.

demi garza 2022 Aug 30

Our go to place for nature walks! There are multiple trail options and they are stroller/wagon friendly (although there are a few places you may have to lift the wheels up a bit to get up onto a bridge). The indoor area is free and has tons of info about Kansas plants and wildlife. We always see something neat every time we visit! There is a map at the entrance of the paths and also one you can download from their website. Super easy to follow and they all circle back to the parking lot one way or another. There is a large outdoor picnic area right next to the parking lot as well.

Aliza Brown 2021 May 22

Beautiful paved and unpaved trails. You are almost guaranteed to see deer, turtles, geese, ducks and butterflies roaming around the park. The deer are not that afraid of humans so you can get pretty close to them. If you are willing to go a little off trail there are some wonderful isolated hammock spots in the middle of the plains. However be prepared to wade through miles of tall grasses and get ticks on your legs in search for these spots. This is a great park about 6 minutes from WSU for a quick getaway from city life.