Plains Conservation Center, Aurora

Name: Plains Conservation Center
Address: 21901 E Hampden Ave, Aurora, 80013-5000, United States
Telephone: +1 303-326-8380

#5 among attractions in Aurora

Top attraction, Nature and wildlife, Park, Museum

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The Plains Conservation Center is an outdoor education facility and state-designated natural area in Aurora, Colorado. Its mission is to preserve Colorado's prairies, educate children about Colorado's eco-history, and nurture conservation efforts. The center comprises two sites totaling approximately 8,894 acres of land. The main site is located on 1,100 acres in Aurora and the second site is south of Strasburg on 7,960 acres bisected by West Bijou Creek. The Aurora property is owned by the Aurora Parks, Recreation and Open Space department. ()

Created: 1949Elevation: 5771 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 39°39'22"N, 104°44'13"W

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21901 E Hampden AveAurora 80013-5000 United States

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+1 303-326-8380

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