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Pringle Nature Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 62 Google reviews · Running trail in Bristol, Wisconsin · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
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- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Pringle Nature Center's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Pringle Nature Center
“The trails through the woods are beautiful and peaceful.”
“Great day of safe and family friendly fun!”
The Pringle Nature Center is wonderful educational experience. They have may displays of wildlife and local animals. The have a turtle and several fish. They have numerous books for all grade levels. The walk we participated in was great. The trails through the woods are beautiful and peaceful.
This used to always be a favorite close hike. Winding trails, thick forest, little streams running through. The nature center offers so much to all. Does classes with school groups and badges for scouts. But, I would say today was a big disappointment.
Great Nature Center. Variety of animals on display: turtles, snakes and fish. Very interactive. GREAT Staff. Many outdoor hiking trails.
Awesome gem of a place!!!!!! Wish we lived closer! Indoor nature activities and live animals, and outside activities and trails. So awesome!!!
Plan your run at Pringle Nature Center
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- Websitepringlenc.org
- Phone(262) 857-8008
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 12–4 PM |
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