Nature Center - Roaring River

at Roaring River State Park

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a couple looks at the exhibits inside the nature cener

Experience Roaring River’s natural history at the park's Ozark Chinquapin Nature Center, named after the unique chinquapin chestnut tree.

Highlights of the center include:

  • Interpretive displays covering the park's diverse habitats, geology and wildlife
  • Live animal exhibits, including two snakes
  • An outdoor pollinator garden with over 60 species of native plants

To learn more about programming offered at the nature center, please visit our interpretive programs page.

Friday through Monday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday through Thursday: closed

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