Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center

The Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center in Sioux City, Iowa is an outdoor educational facility contained in roughly 14,000 square feet of exhibit, classroom, and office space. The area features Loess Hill natural history exhibitions, interactive wetland, prairie, and woodland exhibits, and an outdoor amphitheater. Being located right in Stone State Park, the nature center boasts of its spacious bird viewing area and wildflower and butterfly gardens. There are also hiking trails within the facility and oak forest of 150-year old trees.

The nature center is around an 11-minute drive to the Tyson Events Center of Sioux City. With a capacity of 10,000, this multi-purpose arena has hosted several concerts and sports competitions over the years. In fact, it is the home base of Sioux City’s ice hockey and football teams. Nature enthusiasts can quickly drive to the nearby town of Onawa, where the Lewis and Clark State Park is located. This is a frequent go-to place for hikers and campers who wish to explore the biggest native mixed-grass prairie among the North Dakota State Parks.

If you plan on staying overnight in Sioux City, you might as well get a suite booked at the family-friendly Super 8 by Wyndham North Sioux City. A free continental breakfast is served at this hotel during your stay. The Days Inn by Wyndham Sioux City is also a top-rated accommodation for traveling families. It features a 24-hour fitness center, a business center, and an indoor pool.