Benjamin Olewine III Nature Center — Attraction in Harrisburg

We love the Wild Wood Park and the nature center. The 3-mile paved path offers a sense of cleanliness and an easy walking experience. There are a few up and down hills around the lake but they are not so steep. There are some overlook spots give out an overview of the area. There're a few paths were blocked due to structural damages. Hopefully, they can be repaired soon. The highlight is the nature center. The observation window allows visitors an opportunity to capture birds of all species at one spot. It's also a great spot for a photo opportunity. The photo contest offer a sense of community engagement and fun for all ages. I highly recommend visiting this park and nature center all seasons!! The best part is it is free even...

was great for the family clean polite and hospitable we got to see numerous accounts of Wildlife four deer and these were the friendliest dear we have ever seen out in the wild they could almost beg for money they were that friendly my three children and myself bike the trail starting from the office headed towards the highway up to the other side back again I'm 44 years old it took us 45 minutes to do the round trip my children wanted to do it again so we went back around and again it took us 45 minutes but when my ten-year-old took off by himself he came back in 18 minutes there are a lot of places to pull off the paved path and go explore closer...

There are so many things this location offers... There's a great deal of natural wildlife and beautiful scenery to be found. It's rich in history as well as a wonderful place to take your family. It's about 3 miles around the primary trail and there are side trails one can take to enjoy a little rougher terrain. The boardwalks have been renovated and reopened. The nature center host events throughout the year and the staff who work here and take care of the park are absolutely fantastic. People even fish here and do a great deal of wildlife photography. It's a central location and a spot of natural wonder in the middle of the...