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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,427 Google reviews · Running trail in Bayside, Wisconsin · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Schlitz Audubon 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.
185-acre habitat on Lake Michigan, with 6 miles of hiking trails & a 60-ft. observation tower.
What runners say about Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
“The natural beauty of the space is unreal; we didn’t even feel the need to decorate for our ceremony because the setting was already so beautiful.”
“The trails are easy to walk and take you through woods, near the lake, and some really peaceful spots.”
Absolutely amazing park. It's a beautiful walk along easy trails through a variety of habitats. The outlook tower is very tall and gives you a breathtaking view of the lake and the forest. The nature center had educators with different raptors on hand! They were very knowledgeable and super friendly.
Surrounded by Nature, Schlitz Audubon is a beautiful and peaceful wedding venue. There are gorgeous nature trails, teeming with life and flowers, a lagoon with a boardwalk, a cute beach along Lake Michigan, and a wooded clearing for weddings!
A secret gem of a place. I've driven past the entrance hundreds of times and didn't even know it was there! We only went to have family photos taken at the center, but after that we were sold and got a membership.
Really nice spot to relax and enjoy nature. The trails are easy to walk and take you through woods, near the lake, and some really peaceful spots. The Observation Tower is a MUST - amazing view of the trees and Lake Michigan from up there. Great place to take a walk, spot some birds, or just unwind for a while.
Trail conditions & character
“The natural beauty of the space is unreal; we didn’t even feel the need to decorate for our ceremony because the setting was already so beautiful.”
“All trails were well groomed, most are accessible and have enough room for a walker!”
“The trails are easy to walk and take you through woods, near the lake, and some really peaceful spots.”
“There are gorgeous nature trails, teeming with life and flowers, a lagoon with a boardwalk, a cute beach along Lake Michigan, and a wooded clearing for weddings!”
Plan your run at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- 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.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteschlitzaudubon.org
- Phone+1 414-352-2880
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8:30 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 8:30 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 8:30 am–5 pm |
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