For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum

Category: Nature preserve

Address: 2142 N Genesee Rd, Burton, MI 48509, USA

Phone: +18107367100

Opening hours

Sunday: 8AM–5PM

Monday: 8AM–5PM

Tuesday: 8AM–5PM

Wednesday: 8AM–5PM

Thursday: 8AM–5PM

Friday: 8AM–5PM

Saturday: 8AM–5PM

Reviews

Elisabeth Keeler

Jun 9, 2022

Beautiful, serene place. I have been many times and still haven't hit all the trails.

Shawn Sawyer

Apr 11, 2022

Had a great time walking the nature center today the staff was extremely helpful and there is alot to check out we ran a little.short on time so we didn't get to walk all the trails we will definitely be coming back to see the rest

Jamieson Nierescher

Jan 10, 2022

I've been going here for as long as I can remember, and it gets better every year. They maintain their trails well, and are always making the place better. Only drawback, is that I can't bring my dog, but with how some people don't pick up after their pets, I do understand why. Amazing place to hike and learn about Michigan's wildlife.

Douglas Jay

Sep 26, 2021

Another gem of the Genesee Parks and Recreation. Well maintained, clean with friendly staff. It has been a few years since my last visit. It was a dusk tour where we walked through the trails ending with a star lit lightning bug show in the …

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Questions & Answers

Do they make speaking engagements ?

Pat Walter | Jan 24, 2020
JUSTIN SCANLON | Jan 25, 2020

I think you should call them about that.

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I have an enormous nest of ground bees. Someone said to call you. Do you or can you get these?

Catherine Miller | Jan 24, 2019
Barbara Short | Jan 25, 2019

Use seven dust

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is the tree house open today

Erin Sage | Jan 24, 2019
Shelly Ward | Jan 25, 2019

Yes the tree house is open everyday. They require staff to be in it for safety reasons they don't want any kids getting hurt or injured.

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can I backpack here

King Guy | Jan 24, 2019
Shari G | Jan 25, 2019

There is no camping of course and park hours with the gates closed and locked at night. Lots of trails providing a nice hiking terrain. You can view deer and other natural wildlife as well as superior bird watching opportunities.

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Is the tree house built by tree house masters

Mike Royal | Jan 24, 2020
Dylan McIntire | Jan 25, 2020

I worked there when they built it and the dude isn't a show character he is just the same level of goofy all the time

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Are there restrooms?

Patsy Allen | Jan 24, 2019
Charles Bird | Jan 25, 2019

Two vaults outside plus inside modern facilities 8 to 5 seven days.

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Can you take your dog to walk him here?

DatGurl 810 | Jan 24, 2019
Phil Karau | Jan 25, 2019

The signage is very clear: NO PETS ALLOWED

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Is there any pokemon there

Sid Bat | Jan 24, 2018
Sid Bat | Jan 25, 2018

Ok

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Is the treehouse open saturdays?

Aaron Vennard | Nov 24, 2021
kingmermer | Nov 25, 2021

They have a phone number on the door listed to get it unlocked :)

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Do they rehabilitation animals I have a robins nest with 3 eggs have not seen momma in a while been a long time don't know if they will hatch

John Ballinger | Jul 27, 2021
Never A Dull Moment | Jul 28, 2021

I believe they will help you & if they are not able they know of places & organization that will help with your situation.

Do they still have a gift shop?

Brittany Wright | Jul 27, 2021
Jonathan Harris | Jul 28, 2021

Yes located at the welcome station behind the parking lot

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What was the previous name if there was one

Shari Marion | Jan 23, 2021
B Hurley (Devavres) | Jan 24, 2021

Prior to being a nature preserve, the property was owned by the Merkley family, where it served as a dairy farm.

Are dogs allowed?

Dragon Master | Jan 23, 2021
Alan Day | Jan 24, 2021

No, there are "no pets allowed" signs posted all over the entrance.

Are pets allowed?

Kathleen Steele | Jan 24, 2020
Juniper hulverson | Jan 25, 2020

No

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How much are tricket for concert tonight

Sheila Scott | Jan 24, 2020
Juniper hulverson | Jan 25, 2020

Theres isnt usually costs for thinga but usually very cheap. Typically under 10. Not sure what concert?

Is ther a fee to get into For-Mar

walter willett | Jan 24, 2020
Reaction Time | Jan 25, 2020

100% free

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Do they allow dogs in the walking trials??

Call4Keys LLC | Jan 24, 2020
Veronica Themm | Jan 25, 2020

No, they do not allow dogs.

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Is there a butterfly habitat there?

tiaa haley | Jan 24, 2020
Russell Hill | Jan 25, 2020

They did last year but may be a bit early

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Are dogs on leash allowed on the trails?

Patt Hansen | Jan 24, 2020
Laura Lou | Jan 25, 2020

This is a nature preserve and dogs are not allowed.

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Is there an Admission charge

Pamela Haynor | Jan 24, 2020
Suzzy | Jan 25, 2020

No it's free

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Do you do maple syurp demonstrations

carol keane | Jan 24, 2020
Courtney Ketchmark | Jan 25, 2020

I believe so

What is the fee for getting the or For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum?

Claudia Strozeski | Jan 24, 2020
Outdoors_In_OKlahoma | Jan 25, 2020

No fee

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Can people still walk around after 5?

Katlyn Brewer | Jan 24, 2019
Brad Burk | Jan 25, 2019

Yes!

Is the park dog friendly, if so; is there an off -leash area?

Mary Hober-Tupper | Jan 24, 2019
Vernon Coleman | Jan 25, 2019

Only on duty service dogs are allowed in the park

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Can you do catch and release fishing with a license?

Tara E | Jan 24, 2019
Vernon Coleman | Jan 25, 2019

Nature preserve, nothing left, nothing taken, nothing disturbed. There isn't even a place to fish.

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Can you ride bikes through the trails

Bigdaddymoose Hoor | Jan 24, 2019
Lisa B | Jan 25, 2019

Bikes are only allowed on the paved drive coming into the park and the service drive that goes from one end of the park to the other. Bikes are not allowed on the trails.

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Is it stroller accessible for an infant?

Jessica Stiver | Jan 24, 2019
Janelle Guillen | Jan 25, 2019

Yes

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Have a problem with bees around our RV. Do you know any beekeepers that might come and help us save the bees?

Eric Anthos | Jan 24, 2019
Tom Blythe | Jan 25, 2019

For-mar does have the name of a honey bee keeper. He takes care of their hives. Give them a call

Any astronomy club or telescope viewing nights meeting at Formar in 2018?

John Wellington | Jan 24, 2019
Lisa B | Jan 25, 2019

For-Mar Nature Preserve doesn't have an astronomy club that I know of. Astronomy clubs in this area would include the Genesee Astronomical Society and Seven Ponds Astronomy Club. For-Mar had a moon viewing in March, 2018. Longway Planetarium would probably be the place for telescopic viewing. Hope that helps.

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What isn’t allowed at this park? For example grills or pets

Miracle Jackson | Jan 24, 2019
Daniel Eddy | Jan 25, 2019

No pets allowed because they dont want any incidents with the wild life, which is very abundant. It is a nature preserve. There is no grilling. But its a nice place for a sack lunch.

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I see that the hours are 8 to 5, is that the park hours or the hours for the building?

Ana Jennings | Jan 24, 2019
Leslie Beatty | Jan 25, 2019

Yes, building hours. Tuesday thru Saturday

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Can I bring a picnic to this park?

Donna Fulgham | Jan 24, 2019
Cassie B | Jan 25, 2019

Yes

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What animal will you do nest

Zack Bishop | Jan 24, 2019
Daniel Mathews | Jan 25, 2019

Lots of deer n turkeys and a tutle pond all kinds of birds

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What age do you start hiring?

Art Gallary | Jan 24, 2019
Dave Johnson | Jan 25, 2019

This is a map program not formar go to the genesee county parks website.

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Are you open Thursday, April 5th?

Richard Beecher | Jan 24, 2019
Daniel Mathews | Jan 25, 2019

Yes

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Would it be possible to have my sons graduation party there...do u rent out any pavilions

Kendra Warren Reed | Jan 24, 2019
Fyrstorme Waverunner | Jan 25, 2019

There is only one pavilion......as for renting it you'll have to call and make sure they do rent it out

Is the park icy today?

Cris De Leon | Jan 24, 2019
Fyrstorme Waverunner | Jan 25, 2019

Yes

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Are you open all year

Joe Guzman | Jan 24, 2018
J Burna | Jan 25, 2018

Yes, they are open all year.

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Are dogs allowed on the trails?

Karen Tomicek | Jan 24, 2018
Tammy Connell | Jan 25, 2018

No pets

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Is there Geo caching at For Mar park?

Jackie S | Jan 24, 2018
Jeffrey Smith | Jan 25, 2018

It's a nature preserve. I'd be real surprised if it was condoned by the County. Put the GPS away any take in nature's beauty cache.

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Does it cost anything to get in

RitA Bozzo | Jan 24, 2018
Pattie Lewis | Jan 25, 2018

No

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Is there a charge to walk the trails?

Tammy Chapman | Jan 24, 2018
JUSTIN SCANLON | Jan 25, 2018

No charge for trails. Incredibly great cheap date for kids. I have never been charged for entry to center either, especially for "pit stops.

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