Lakeside Nature Center is an award-winning nature center that was originally opened to the public in 1999 and houses Missouri's second-largest wildlife rehabilitation program. Around 75 animals are housed at the center at any time, including bald eagles, turkey vultures, falcons, hawks, and other birds of prey. Large aquariums house populations of fish and turles, while snakes are on display in terrarium exhibits. The center is open to the public for free Tuesdays through Sundays during business hours, with the exception of major national holidays. Outside, the nature center serves as the trailhead for a hiking trail and offers a public picnic pavilion that may be rented for private special events.
4701 E Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64132, Phone: 816-513-8960