One of Iowa's leading nature centers, the Jester Park Nature Center is a gateway to experience Iowa's natural environment. As a place where education and tourism intersect, this facility provides exceptional value to this region. Serving as the welcome center, portal to Polk County's family of parks, and Jester Park's new front porch, tourists, students, educators, families, and others connect through the nature center to the natural playscape and bison/elk exhibit, restored woodlands, Saylorville Lake, and a network of natural trails that will immerse people back into nature.
Phone: (515) 323-5350
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- Sun Closed
12130 NW 128th St Madrid, IA 50109 ·804.32 mi
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Amenities
- Accessible
- Family friendly
Reviews
yelpAir riffle shooting was fun, as was the archery, the ice cream also helps! Summer has canoes, fishing, etc. Staff helpful and friendly both times we have been.
MoreLocated only 20 minutes northwest of Ankeny on the western shore of Saylorville Lake, the 1600-acre Jester Park Nature Center has a buffet of options. Whether it is a visit to their elk, hiking,...
MoreLove coming here and playing on their par-3 course. The clubhouse is always clean and staff is helpful. The golf course is well-kept and great for learning golf. There can be lines between holes...
MoreBeautiful! This building is just what the park needed. My kids call it the nature library. Walking in feels like you just stepped into a quiet and serene place. Beautiful fireplace to keep...
MoreLooking for somewhere to go to get back in nature? This is a new Conservation Complex within Jester Parks many amenities. This review is for the observation visiters center that has brand new...
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