Hitchcock Nature Center, Nature reserve in Pottawattamie County, Iowa, US.
The Hitchcock Nature Center spans 1,500 acres of prairie, savanna, and woodlands with 10 miles of trails through the Loess Hills landscape.
The Loess Hills formation occurred through glacial activities that deposited wind-blown soil particles, creating this exceptional terrain thousands of years ago.
The nature center operates a seasonal HawkWatch program from September through December, where volunteers record data about migrating raptors for scientific research.
The center includes modern facilities at the Loess Hills Lodge, complete with restrooms, an observation deck, and parking areas accessible to visitors with disabilities.
A team of goats maintains the ecological balance during summer months by grazing on specific vegetation as part of the nature reserve's land management strategy.
GPS coordinates: 41.41389,-95.86389
Latest update: March 7, 2025 00:02
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