Claytor Nature Center

Claytor Nature Center The Claytor Nature Center is a 491-acre conserved property of the University of Lynchburg. We are are open for visitors 8:30 am- 5:30 Monday- Saturday.

Claytor Nature Center is open to the public for independent, outdoor recreation; also, by reservation for our programming and indoor amenities. Come enjoy nature with us! Open daily from 8:30am-7:30pm; GATES CLOSE AUTOMATICALLY at 7:30pm! Sign-in to register your visit and find more helpful information at Education Building Parking lot Kiosk. By being on-site, you agree to follow our policies: Dog

s on leash at all times, pick up after your dogs, and Leave No Trace principles.

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General Inquiries, EcoLodge/Pavilion/Ed Building rentals, Campground reservations
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Belk Astronomical Observatory programming
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Cloverlea Farmhouse, photography sessions, special events & weddings

The Claytor Nature Center is a breathtakingly beautiful 491-acre conserved property of the .of.Lynchburg in rural Bedford County, near the base of the Peaks of Otter and Blue Ridge Parkway. Our environment and facilities support our mission to enhance the learning experience about nature through education and research, to demonstrate and promote positive and sustainable human environment interactions, and to preserve and enhance the diversity and function of ecosystems. We offer science and nature experiences for all ages through classes, seminars, and workshops. We also provide facilities and support for events such as weddings, family gatherings, and group retreats in our Cloverlea Farmhouse and Virginia Claytor Memorial Gardens, and the Boyd Claytor Education and Research Building, Chandler Eco-Lodge, and campground and New Horizons 'Camphitheater'. We host leadership and meditation retreats for those groups that want to be offline and in a space that allows for creativity and relaxation.

06/06/2026
Join us for Coffee on the Porch June 18th!This is a free, open house style event. Pop in and enjoy some breakfast while ...
06/05/2026

Join us for Coffee on the Porch June 18th!
This is a free, open house style event.
Pop in and enjoy some breakfast while learning a bit more about the Lynchburg Chapter of Wild Ones! 🌱

Email us with questions and/or to sign up!🐛 🦋
06/02/2026

Email us with questions and/or to sign up!
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The Cloverlea Farmhouse and Virginia Claytor Memorial Gardens are closed to the public on Saturday, May 30 for a special...
05/30/2026

The Cloverlea Farmhouse and Virginia Claytor Memorial Gardens are closed to the public on Saturday, May 30 for a special event! 💐
Thanks!

Postponed! ☔️ While the precipitation is needed, it won’t make for a good hike! We will reschedule this event and get ba...
05/22/2026

Postponed! ☔️
While the precipitation is needed, it won’t make for a good hike! We will reschedule this event and get back with you soon!

This Thursday! 🍄‍🟫
05/18/2026

This Thursday!
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Come visit!🥾 🌸🐛 🐿️
05/13/2026

Come visit!
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Hope to see you tomorrow!
05/12/2026

Hope to see you tomorrow!

Update: We’ve cancelled today’s (5/13) program due to low registrations but we look forward to next Wednesday!Fun and en...
05/11/2026

Update: We’ve cancelled today’s (5/13) program due to low registrations but we look forward to next Wednesday!

Fun and engaging outdoor exploration education available for all ages!

Starts this week!

Register by emailing [email protected]
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Address

1844 Woods Road
Bedford, VA
24523

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Sunday 8:30am - 7:30pm

Telephone

(434) 544-8360

Website

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