MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center — Attraction in Milwaukee

This park is close to our house, it has outdoor recreation space and a playground as well as a nice walking trail. It feels like a little getaway in the middle of the city. We've always loved going to the park, but we hosted a birthday party in the nature center yesterday and I was blown away by the space and the staff! It's a great spot to host a small event, they have plenty of tables and chairs to use as well as a kitchen area. But the best part is the little nature museum! They have all kinds of native frogs, turtles, birds, even an opossum. The staff was incredibly kind and accommodating. My grandma who is in a wheelchair was easily able to get to the nature center and the museum. Many good things to say...

I love Hawthorn Glen. When my family lived on 30th and St. Paul. He would always take us there. Some times we would walk, ride are bikes. It is so nice there. We always roll down the hill. We walked in the woods. The boys go in on one side, then the girls on the other. We would play tag, all over that park. It is just really nice there. I wish one day, when I get married, I would love to have it there. It is a great place for the whole family. You would loved it. And you will never forget about your great times...

for how small it is, it’s surprisingly easy to get the feeling of a forest. however, the reality of the size is still apparent after a walk or two through - anyone calling this a ‘hike’ is being charitable at best.

The nature center is a fun addition, but I can never seem to remember...