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Shaw Nature Reserve
- Agriculture, Fishing & Forestry
- Gray Summit, MO
About this business
Specialties Since 1980, Shaw Nature Reserve has become a focus for native habitat management and restoration: prescribed burning, correctly timed field mowing, selective thinning of woodlands, judicious use of herbicides for invasive species control, plant diversity enhancement, and reconstruction "from scratch" of prairies and wetlands. As a result, the Nature Reserve is able to offer 14 miles of hiking trails through a diversity of Ozark Border landscapes, including floodplain forest, upland woods, dolomite glades, tallgra... read more
Location details
307 Pinetum Loop Rd, Gray Summit, MO, 63039, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. | |
| Sun | 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. |
What is not to like about this place? There is a natural ecosystem that fits every level of outdoors preference. You want a garden with gazebos and benches? You got it. You want a more naturalized area? You got it. Trails are well maintained, so you do not have to beat your own path. Please do visit. You will love it.
I recommend everything about this place. the employees are awesome! the trails are fantastic, the play area is a great learning place, the treasure hunt is cool for the kids. the book along the path my kids loved.
I love going out to Shaw Nature Reserve to get away from the craziness of life! Here it is peaceful yet full of energy....the buzzing of bees, the songs of the birds, the beauty of the flowers and the strength of the trees, and of course the lizards, rabbits, squirrels and an occasional deer along the way! No better way to get recharged! Questions about anything, the visitor center will have or can get you the answer. Many wonderful programs for toddlers, children and adults are offered. Thank you for being there SNR!
Major disappointment. Planned on spending a whole day here and spent 10 minutes. The roads were closed for the season and the lady at the desk neglected to tell us this, or give us any information about the reserve even when I asked she just handed me a map. We drove around and looked for something that looked appealing and ended up leaving.
Excellent trails, historic buildings and fantastic flora
Beautiful place, can’t wait to go back and walk some trails in other seasons also
The naturalist and staff at Shaw have created thousands of acres of some of the most pristine natural habitat in MO. As a birder and conservationist I think Shaw is the poster child for grow native, plant native and bring native Missouri back. Now ask yourself a question: what can I do in my backyard to bring native Missouri back? Great job everyone. Mike Doyen Founder GREAT MISSOURI BIRDING TRAIL
What a wonderful place to forget all your cares.
Shaw Nature Reserve is a natural-area gem with wildlife, the Whitmire Wildflower Garden (native plants), lovely water features, and interesting hiking.
Frequently asked questions about Shaw Nature Reserve
How is Shaw Nature Reserve rated?
Shaw Nature Reserve has a 4.8 star rating with 1,191 reviews.
When is Shaw Nature Reserve open?
Shaw Nature Reserve is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 8:00 a.m.
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