Barnhart Prairie Nature Preserve

04/05/2026

We're seeing that spring green! It may be a chilly one but our gate will be open for anyone enjoy the prairie as it burst back into life.

We have a small parking lot, bike rack, and picnic table for visitors! 1401 E Old Church Road, Urbana, IL 61802 🌾

06/25/2025

Spend an evening in the sparkling Barnhart Prairie this Saturday! Our very own nonprofit Nature School Bluestem Hall Nature School is holding their annual fundraiser. Bring your lawn chairs for live music, cookies, and nature’s absolute best summer view! ✨✨✨

Enjoy the expansive views from our prairie porch and sink into the exquisite beauty of this most incredible firefly show!

06/01/2025

Another glorious day on the Prairie! The gate is open til 500pm. Come on out and walk the trails! 🌾

05/31/2025

The Prairie Gate is opened til 500 tonite. Please enjoy the prairie trails! 🌾

09/28/2024

The Prairie Gate is open til 500pm. Might be a little wet but that prairie soaks up the water fast! Come enjoy! 🌾

09/14/2024

A beautiful day on the Prairie!! The gate is open and closes at 500 pm. Enjoy!! 🌾

09/07/2024

Come visit the Prairie today! Flowers blooming! Gate closes at 500 pm. 🌾

08/10/2024

A beautiful pre autumn day on the Prairie! The gate is open til 500pm. Come enjoy the trails and Prairie plants! 🌾

08/04/2024

Another beautiful day on the Prairie! Gate is open til 500. 🌾

08/03/2024

The Prairie is open til 500 today. Come out and enjoy!! 🌾🌾

06/26/2024

See you on the Prairie Saturday nite with the fireflies! ❤️🌾