Fenner Nature Center

4.7(837)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 837 reviews (Google rating)Park Colonial Village
Closed · opens 12 PM

Quick facts

Fenner Nature Center is a park at 2020 E Mt Hope Ave in Lansing, MI, open Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat. Call (517) 483-4245 for details.

Address
2020 E Mt Hope Ave, Lansing, MI 48910
Phone
(517) 483-4245
Hours today
12 PM–6 PM
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance

About Fenner Nature Center

Fenner Nature Center is a 134-acre park and environmental education site at 2020 E Mt Hope Ave in Lansing, MI. Its visitor center includes hands-on exhibits, while self-guided trails provide opportunities for hiking. The combination of exhibits and trails gives visitors both indoor and outdoor ways to engage with the center’s educational focus. Kid-friendly hikes are among its listed activities, and the site welcomes children and is identified as suitable for children’s birthday gatherings.

For a visit that includes time beyond the trails, Fenner Nature Center has picnic tables and is listed as suitable for picnics. Public restrooms and a free parking lot are available, along with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking. Dogs are welcome. These amenities support visits centered on hiking, exploring the exhibits, or gathering for a picnic. The center holds a Google rating of 4.7 from 831 reviews.

Around Fenner Nature Center in Lansing, MI

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Known for

  • 134-acre environmental education site
  • Visitor center with hands-on exhibits
  • Self-guided trails and kid-friendly hikes
  • Picnic tables and public restrooms
  • Free parking and wheelchair-accessible entrance

Good for

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “Attended an Open House and the area and building it was held at was very nice and very clean. However our friends were running around like crazy because they were given only 30 mins prior to their start time to setup and decorate.”

    — David Bordayo II, July 28, 2026 · google

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Fenner Nature Center — frequently asked

Is Fenner Nature Center open on Mondays?
No — Fenner Nature Center is closed on Mondays.
Where is Fenner Nature Center?
Fenner Nature Center is at 2020 E Mt Hope Ave, Lansing, MI 48910.
Is Fenner Nature Center kid-friendly?
Yes — Fenner Nature Center is listed as good for kids.
What is the phone number for Fenner Nature Center?
You can reach Fenner Nature Center on (517) 483-4245.

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