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Harris Nature Center

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3998 Van Atta Rd, Okemos, MI 48864, USA, Okemos 517-349-3866

Surrounded by 200 acres of forest and meadows, the Harris Nature Center is set on the banks of the Red Cedar River. This setting offers a wonderful opportunity for a variety of learning experiences for people of all ages. Visitors to the Nature Center can discover wildlife along the trails, as well as the wondrous colors of nature during each season.

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Last reported Oct 18, 2026
Last reported Oct 18, 2026
Last reported Oct 18, 2026
Last reported Oct 18, 2026
Last reported Oct 18, 2026
Last reported Oct 18, 2026
Last reported Oct 18, 2026

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  • Accessible / paved pathsLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
  • Accessible grillLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
  • Accessible parkingLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
  • Accessible restroomLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
  • Automatic doorsLast reported Oct 10, 2026Business Input
  • Family / companion restroomLast reported Oct 10, 2026Business Input
  • Grab barsLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
  • Lowered check-in counterLast reported Oct 10, 2026Business Input
  • Manual flush available (no loud auto-sensor)Last reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
  • Outlets accessibleLast reported Oct 10, 2026Business Input
  • Restroom soap and dryer within reachLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
  • Restroom turning spaceLast reported Oct 10, 2026Business Input
  • Roll-under sinkLast reported Oct 10, 2026Business Input
  • Service animal relief areaLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
  • Staff trained in disability awarenessLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
  • Step-free entranceLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
  • Virtual tour availableLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input

Quiet hand-drying option (paper towels available) · Staff trained in disability awareness+1 more

Accessible / paved paths · Service animal relief area+1 more

Family / companion restroom · Manual flush available (no loud auto-sensor)+6 more

Accessible / paved paths · Accessible parking+10 more

Outlets accessible · Service animal relief area+1 more

Staff trained in autism awareness

Service animal relief area · Staff trained in disability awareness+1 more

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• Family restroom • Information in multiple formats • Lowered check-in desk • Automatic doors at main entrance • On-site accessible parking • Outlets to charge mobility devices • Restroom turning space over 60 in • Sensory toolkit available • Sink height 34 in or lower • Step-free access to restroom • Step-free access to main building • Toilet grab bars • Virtual tour available • Staff trained to welcome neurodiverse guests

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