Including holidays! 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (last trail admission at 3:30 p.m.)
Pre-purchase your tickets online.
Explore the world of birds and birds of prey.
Public guided cruises and private charters available. Advance reservations required.
Colorful plants in full bloom bring this informal garden to life, naturally attracting bees, butterflies, and birds of many species.
Open meadows, mature forests, and marsh boardwalks connect interactive natural exhibits where native animals reside: black bear, mountain lion, raptors, river otter, bobcat, and more.
Plan approximately two-and-a-half hours to walk the exhibit trail. Trails are open May 1 through November 1, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (last trail admission at 3:30 p.m.)
The 2021 cruise season begins in mid-May. Check back for updates and tickets.
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Wasn’t sure my boys (12 & 14) would enjoy going to a “nature” center mostly because, well, no video games there… Boy was I wrong! They absolutely loved it! We spent a few hours walking around and exploring everything. Definitely not the science center I remember as a kid. It’s so much nicer now!
If you like peace and nature this is a place for you. The nature walk was a wonderful time learning about nature as you are immersed in it. Wonderful. I also too the lake boat trip that only made thing even better. Great Karma
Absolutely exceptional place to go. I've been to other nature centers in Maine and New Hampshire and love this the most. The enclosures were well taken care of and the employees cared very much for the animals. The raptors were very well taken care of and the place was not run down like some other places. A lot of my family went of all different ages and every one of them was captivated by the beautiful animals. A very natural Scenic setting and much education. Check out some of the photos.
Got a season pass for family. A favorite for family when they visit from Pennsylvania. The children love it! It's a wonderful walk for the adults. Had my hips done a couple years ago and have no problem walking the paths. Seeing the animals and learning all about them is so much fun.
