Take a Guided Tour on the Carver Trail

A park ranger conducting a guided tour.

NPS

Guided tours of the Carver Trail are offered daily at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. The ranger-led guided tour of the Carver Trail interprets the childhood and life of George Washington Carver. The trail is approximately ¾ miles in length and contains a combination of boardwalk, compacted aggregate and asphalt surface. The historic 1881 Moses Carver house is located along the trail and is only accessible via stairs. Benches are available along the trail. Allow one hour and 15 minutes for the guided tour. Tours begin at the visitor center.

Details

Duration

1-2 Hours

Allow one hour and 15 minutes for the guided tour

Activity

Guided Tours

Guided tours of the Carver Trail are offered daily at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. The ranger-led guided tour of the Carver Trail interprets the childhood and life of George Washington Carver. The trail is approximately ¾ miles in length and contains a combination of boardwalk, compacted aggregate and asphalt surface. The historic 1881 Moses Carver house is located along the trail and is only accessible via stairs. Benches are available along the trail. Allow one hour and 15 minutes for the guided tour. Tours begin at the visitor center.

Age(s)

All ages are welcome.

Pets Allowed

Yes with Restrictions

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Guided Tour on the Carver Trail

The guided tour is a one-mile loop in the park that leads into woodlands, across streams, and along a tallgrass prairie restoration area.

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Time of Day

Day

Guided tours of the Carver Trail are offered daily at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Accessibility Information

The trail is approximately ¾ miles in length and contains a combination of boardwalk, compacted aggregate and asphalt surface. The historic 1881 Moses Carver house is located along the trail and is only accessible via stairs.