San Dimas Canyon Nature Center

San Dimas Canyon Nature Center The San Dimas Canyon Nature Center was the first nature center in the Los Angeles County Park system.

Visitors have come to discover the center’s unique artifacts, animal ambassadors, and learn exciting info about the area and its rich history. The San Dimas Canyon Nature Center was the first nature center in the Los Angeles County Park system opened in the 1950s. For decades, nature enthusiasts have come to discover the center’s unique artifacts, fun facts about the native animals, and learn exciting information about the area and its rich history.

Join us this Friday, June 5th at 6pm-7pm for a special presentation on Isopods by Olivia Miseroy.Reminder❗️Our Nature Kn...
06/02/2026

Join us this Friday, June 5th at 6pm-7pm for a special presentation on Isopods by Olivia Miseroy.

Reminder❗️Our Nature Knowledge Nights are every Wednesday & Friday at the nature center

Join us this June for the Docent Naturalist Volunteer Training Course. 🦅🌲 After you graduate you can lead nature hikes, ...
05/15/2026

Join us this June for the Docent Naturalist Volunteer Training Course. 🦅🌲

After you graduate you can lead nature hikes, educate the public on native species, help with programs and so much more.🌻🐝

Sign up today by emailing [email protected].

🗓️ June 16th – August 29th
💻 Tuesdays via Zoom from 6pm-8pm
💲Course Fee - $160.00 per person

Must be 18 years or older to sign up.

Join us on June 13th at San Dimas Canyon Nature Center for our Pride Outside event 🏳️‍🌈This event is free and open to al...
05/09/2026

Join us on June 13th at San Dimas Canyon Nature Center for our Pride Outside event 🏳️‍🌈

This event is free and open to all ages.

Enjoy crafts, educational booths, resources, an animal ambassador presentation, and more.

For more information, please call the nature center: (909) 599-7512

Sign up for our Wild About Nature Summer Camp at San Dimas Canyon Nature Center! 🌲Scan the QR code to register for the J...
05/08/2026

Sign up for our Wild About Nature Summer Camp at San Dimas Canyon Nature Center! 🌲

Scan the QR code to register for the June or July session, for ages 7-11.

For more details, call or email: (909) 599-7512 or [email protected]

This Earth Day, consider supporting the work by donating now at the link in our bio.🌎If you find a raptor in need of he...
04/22/2026

This Earth Day, consider supporting the work by donating now at the link in our bio.🌎

If you find a raptor in need of help, please call (626) 559-5732.🦉

Join the City Nature Challenge this weekend!🍃🌎🌳Challenge yourself and others to see how many different plants and animal...
04/21/2026

Join the City Nature Challenge this weekend!🍃🌎🌳

Challenge yourself and others to see how many different plants and animals you can spot in your neighborhood, local park, and natural area.🔎

Thank you, for inviting and to your Earth Day event!🌎❤️
04/19/2026

Thank you, for inviting and to your Earth Day event!🌎❤️

Today some of our docents were recognized at the Volunteer Banquet hosted by County of Los Angeles Department of Parks &...
04/12/2026

Today some of our docents were recognized at the Volunteer Banquet hosted by County of Los Angeles Department of Parks & Recreation

Thank you to Barbara, Maria, Nicole and Gladys for making San Dimas a great place for our community!

County of Los Angeles Department of Parks & Recreation

Join us for an evening of fun and learning in your neighborhood!Enjoy live animal presentation, hands-on activities, gam...
04/09/2026

Join us for an evening of fun and learning in your neighborhood!
Enjoy live animal presentation, hands-on activities, games, and a community resource fair. Bring your friends and family to celebrate nature, connect with neighbors, and explore the wonders of our Natural Areas. Fun, education, and community await-don’t miss it!🐝

County of Los Angeles Department of Parks & Recreation

Spend an evening getting to know the beauty of the natural world around you at a Los Angeles County Nature Center.🔎Activ...
04/08/2026

Spend an evening getting to know the beauty of the natural world around you at a Los Angeles County Nature Center.🔎

Activities vary based on topic, but may include ESTEAM fundamentals, community science, nature hikes, environmental knowledge presentations, or animal ambassador experiences.📚

County of Los Angeles Department of Parks & Recreation

Address

1628 Sycamore Canyon Road
San Dimas, CA
91773

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+19095997512

Website

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