Find the best nature trails, a nature center with animals, a fun new natural playscape all for FREE at the Leslie Science & Nature Center.
Leslie Science and Nature Center is one of our favorite places to explore. Visit with animals at outside habitats and inside the Critter House (open on select occassions), explore the natural trails (some of the best in the area with elevated terrain and a new Nature Playscape – all for FREE!
The new outdoor playspace is made of natural components such as plants, logs, water, sand, mud, boulders, hills and trees. Kids can climb the log structure, slide down the tube slide and walk through the boulder hideaway. The latest waterplay is a hit and perfect for summer months. Kids can use pumps to control the flow of water running down the waterfall – it’ll keep your kids entertained for hours.
The Leslie Science & Nature Center is located on a public park and all outdoor public areas, including the hiking trails + raptor enclosure loop, are open from dawn to dusk.
Leslie Science & Nature Center // 1831 Traver Road Ann Arbor