what to know 

We Strive to Balance Public Use and Habitat Protection
Join Us. Preserve this Unique Urban Forest Experience.

The Rules

Please observe
​the following property rules
​To ensure the safety and enjoyment of all who visit
and to protect all plants and animals that live here

Operating Hours
​Day Use Only  Dawn to Dusk
Dogs Must Be Leashed
Dogs must be under control and
on a leash no longer than 6 feet.
Pick up pet waste.
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Leave No Trace | leave nothing behind
Take everything you brought in with you,
including any trinkets, painted rocks,
food, garbage and pet waste.  
No Bicycles in the Forest 
This is an Accessible Nature Trail
Foot traffic, wheelchair and stroller only.
For the safety of all visitors and forest health,
​please park your bike. 
Call 911 in an Emergency
Non-Emergency: Police (414) 471-8430
Wildlife, Resource or Environmental Violation:
DNR  1-800-TIP-WDNR or 1-800-847-9367
 
No Hunting | No Trapping
Do not discharge weapons,
including guns or bow and arrow.
No trapping of wild animals.



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The Trail

​The Forest Ecology Trail is a self-guided nature trail that loops through one mile of southern hardwood forest. Trail surface and exhibits are wheelchair accessible.

 Restrooms
​Port-O-Potty Only 
​At Main Entrance 
No Water 
No Running Water onsite
No Drinking Water onsite
No Trash 
No Trashcans Onsite
Pack out all food,
​garbage and pet waste

Covid-19 notice
The Forest Exploration Center  1800 Forest Exploration Drive |  PO Box 13154   |Wauwatosa, Wisconsin 53213 
info(at)forestexplorationcenter.org