The Kalamazoo Nature Center is home to over 14 miles of trails winding through woods, wetlands, and prairies. Cross country skis and snowshoes welcome! Download the trail map or stop in to the Visitor Center or Welcome Station to pick up a printed map.
Love to hike?
- Join the KNC Hiking Spree. This yearly program is a great way to explore KNC and check out trails you may not have hiked – or hike a favorite again. Learn More >
- Adopt a Trail. KNC’s Adopt-A-Trail Program provides a great way to partner with KNC by sponsoring trail maintenance on specific trails. Adopt a Trail here >
KNC Trails at 7000 N. Westnedge Avenue
DeLano Homestead Trails at 555 W. E Avenue
Trail Tips
- No pets allowed on property. Service dogs are permitted.
- No bicycles are allowed on KNC trails. KNC provides complimentary parking for bikes and dog walking on the adjacent Kalamazoo River Valley Trail at the main KNC entrance.
- Please stay on trails unless indicated. Note sensitive areas.
- Leave all plants and animals where you find them.
- Snowshoes and cross country skis are welcome on trails.
- No smoking or alcohol allowed on property.
- Firearms and weapons are not permitted on KNC property.

Adopt a Trail Program
Thank you to the following people for adopting a trail at KNC this year! KNC’s Adopt-A-Trail Program provides a way for individuals and businesses to partner with KNC by sponsoring trail maintenance on specific trails. Learn more and adopt a trail here.
Beech Maple Trail
Mary Francois
Bluebird Trail
Lily Lou & Tevy Blue Lane
Habitat Haven Trail
Hon. Julie M. Rogers and Dr. Ed Orloff
Prairie Pathway Trail
Martha and Ray “Ted” Parfet, Jr.
Raptor Ridge Trail
Cody White
Ridge Run Trail
Candace Mayo
Source Pond Trail
Vogt Family Trail
Trout Run Trail
Carrie Brown
Ridge Run Trail
Candice Mayo
Please note: The Kalamazoo Nature Center is a private nature preserve.
Dogs, camping, drones, and firearms are not permitted. Bicycles and motorized vehicles are not permitted on the trails.
