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.

County Operated Facility
Address: 1628 Sycamore Canyon Rd. San Dimas CA 91773
Website: http://parks.lacounty.gov/san-dimas-canyon-natural-area-and-nature-center
Hours:
  • March 1st to October 31st
  • Operating Hours
  • Tuesday - Sunday
  • 8:00am to 7:30pm
  • Closed Monday
  • Restroom Hours
  • Tuesday - Sunday
  • 8:30 am to 7:00 pm
  • Closed Monday
  • November 1st to February 28th
  • Operating Hours
  • Tuesday - Sunday
  • 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • Closed Monday
  • November 1st to February 28th
  • Staff and Programming Hours
  • Tuesday - Sunday
  • 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • Closed Monday
  • Restroom Hours
  • Tuesday - Sunday
  • 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
  • Closed Monday
Phones: General: (909) 599-7512
Park Amenities:
  • Restrooms
  • Animal Exhibits
  • Gift Shops
  • Historic Value
  • Nature Centers
  • Picnic Tables
Park Things to Do:
  • Animal Presentations
  • Bird Walks

Programs

Jr. Ranger

Youth Nature Educational Program

Ages: 7 to 11
Days: Tue, Sat
Fee: $75 per Person/Session
Jr. Naturalist

Teen Nature Educational Program

Ages: 12 to 17
Days: Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat
Fee: $30 per Person/Session
Tours

Public Education

Ages: 5 to 100
Days: Tue, Wed, Thu
Fee: $Varies per Person/Session
Outreaches

Public Education

Ages: 5 to 100
Days: Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat
Fee: $Varies per Person/Session