Starr's Cave Nature Center

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11627 Starrs Cave Park Rd
Burlington, IA 52601

Starr's Cave Nature Center, located within the 184-acre Starrs Cave Park and Preserve in Burlington, Iowa, serves as the headquarters for Des Moines County Conservation's award-winning Environmental Education Program. The area features scenic hiking trails, unique rock formations, and rich natural and cultural history, making it a prime destination for nature enthusiasts.

The nature center, originally a barn built in the early 1900s, has undergone significant renovations and now offers various displays and live animal exhibits. Visitors can explore the preserve's marked trails while enjoying the diverse flora and fauna, as well as the fascinating geological features that include fossils found nowhere else in the world.

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5.05 reviews
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Liz P.
5/18/2018

What a neat little hide-a-way right in the heart of Burlington! I heard about this place through a friend of mine and hooped right to it. There are beautiful walking trails to enjoy, much of it is...

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Sapphire B.
6/3/2021

Pretty place, alot of paths to explore. Its quiet, quaint. The cave, in which this place is named after is closed for the bats. So it should just be named Starr. Kinda the only reason I went was...

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Linds A.
6/11/2010

Fun place to keep going to! A definite recommendation for those who like to get out of the house. Don't forget your camera and mosquito repellent.

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Megan W.
4/19/2013

Lovely place to go! Beautiful trails, creeks, and, of course, awesome caves! Great place to spend with family. Definitely a wonderful place for walking, learning, and star gazing!

Star H.
12/7/2012

I love this place. i went there as a kid and i take my kids there now. it's a great place to take your dog for a walk and to snap some picture.

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