Park highlights
Bison herd
Waterfall
Historic grist mill
Camping
Fishing
Riverside hiking
Bison viewing
Drive through 325 acres of bison range! Get Bison Drive tips and learn about the bison conservation herd. Spring Bison Drive hours are Thursday-Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. The road is closed on Wednesdays for maintenance. Please be sure to exit the bison range before the posted closing times.
Story book farm themed playground
Softball
Fishing along the Minnesota River
Sledding hill
Extensive landscape beds and gardens
Open space
Picnicking areas
Pond
Outdoor exercise -- Healthbeat outdoor equipment
Two miles of walking trails with three levels -- easy, moderate, or experienced
Boat Launch
Boating
Drinking Water
Fire Rings / Grills
Fishing
Nature Trail
Picnic Shelters
Picnic Tables
Picnicking
Primitive Restrooms
Features
Drinking Water
Interpretive Centers
Nature Trail
About the Center
Overlooking the Minnesota River, the land for this park was donated by Williams Pipeline and developed by the Mankato Area Foundation. Williams Nature Center features:
1.5 miles of hard-surfaced nature trails
Two overlooks
Self-guided interpretive stations
Outdoor classroom
Heated interpretive center / log cabin that can be used for classroom discussions, group meetings, and family functions
Park Rules
Pets, bicycles, skateboards, and motorized vehicles are prohibited
Strollers, wheel chairs, cross country skis, and snowshoes are permitted
Williams Nature Center opens at sunrise and closes at dusk
Please help keep this park clean and in its natural state!