Scarecrow Lane

FRIENDS OF RETZER NATURE CENTER'S SCARECROW LANE

Explore the magic of autumn at Retzer Nature Center with our fan-favorite self-guided hike along Scarecrow Lane! Wander the Blue Trail and take in the fall colors while discovering a variety of creative, one-of-a-kind scarecrow displays. Start your journey near the Children’s Garden on the west end of the Learning Center building and follow the Blue loop to the scenic Retzer pond.

A fun Scavenger Hunt activity sheet will be added on our website: https://events.waukeshacounty.gov/default/Detail/2025-10-31-0800-Scarecrow-Lane-Retzer

Feeling creative? Join our Build-A-Scarecrow at Home fun! Learn more on our website: https://events.waukeshacounty.gov/default/Detail/2025-09-19-0800-Scarecrow-Install-Retzer

DATES & TIME: Daily, from September 20 - October 31, 2025 • Sunrise - 10 p.m.

LOCATION: Retzer Nature Center (S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI)

COST: Free (all ages)*
*September 20 only - $10 admission per car during Apple Harvest Festival.

REGISTRATION: No registration; walk-ins welcome.

NOTE: Expect woodchipped and mowed grass trails with some sloped terrain. The trail is not paved and is not lit after dark.

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