Since 1960, the Austin Nature & Science Center has provided hands-on nature exhibits, education programs and recreation activities for countless visitors, teachers and children of all ages that increase awareness and appreciation of the natural environment.
301 Nature Center Dr Austin , TX 78746 United States
Awesome spot to take the kids. It's free! Kids can pick up nature items and trade them in for other items. Rippling stream is a great spot for the entire family. Live animals and more!
They have a really nice, short Forest Trail to explore more than 40 native trees .
This place is like a hidden little zoo ! There are some rescue animals in particular a raptor section. Very cool find.
It's free and there are live animals to observe including a hive of bees. What's not to love?
Grab a detective pack at the visitors’ desk and hot-foot it down the Eco-Detective Trail to see how many indicators of wildlife you can discover around the pond . Powered by ParentsConnect.com
Explore natural science specimens and add to your own collection through the Naturalist Workshop and Trade Counter!
Nonprofit community center provides nature exhibits and natural science education resources. Includes rescued wildlife , such as wild cats, birds and skunks.
Awesome spot to introduce kids to local wildlife
Neat animals and exhibits . Free educational fun
The animal area is ok not a lot to see. Also not pet friendly so don't bring your dog to walk around.
Step One: Have kids collect items (rocks/shells/bones)Step Two: Take them to Trade CounterStep Three: Get points for donating items.Step Four: Use points for new items.
Head over to the animal enclosures and see if you can spot one of our newest editions Ned the nutria.
Take a hike ...start at the back of the Birds of Prey exhibit .
The passport detective thing has ended ( a couple of years ago). Don't ask about it- current staff was befuddled
Family friends fun
Where's the bee queen?
Great destination for kids.
Bring your trash bags to pick up trash in the preserve
If you lose something, someone might have found it and took it to lost and found
The bee hive is gone! :(
Best disc golf course in central Texas! Bring water and enjoy! - Elizabeth Hall
LOVE the Turkey Creek dog trail. Nice 3 mile hike, leash free, with lots of chances for the pups to play in the water (when we're not in a total drought). - Amber V