Welcome to the Eagle River Nature Center

The Eagle River Nature Center is operated by a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to provide connections to nature through interpretive education, resource protection and outdoor opportunities. The Nature Center is located within Chugach State Park – one of Alaska’s largest state parks and within 40 minutes driving distance from downtown Anchorage and 12 miles from Eagle River town.

What You’ll Find at the End of Eagle River Road

You’ll discover the beauty of the Eagle River Valley as you begin your drive along Eagle River Road. Residential areas will give way to breathtaking views of glacially-carved mountains. At Mile 12 you will reach the log cabin visitor center – a threshold for connecting to the ever-changing landscape beyond.

View from Salmon Viewing Deck - a short .5 mile walk from the Nature Center

What's New

Planning for the Future of the Nature Center: Public Forum has been rescheduled for Thur., 3/4/2010 at 6pm at the Nature Center. Click above for more information.

Night with the Stars takes place on Sunday, March 14th at 6pm. Featuring Astronaut William "Bill" Oefelein and dinner by Alex & Lynn Perez of Haute Quarter Grill. Call 694-2108 for tickets ($100/person) or more information.

Click below to purchase tickets online to our

2010 Annual Spring Auction Saturday, April 24th at 5:30pm at the Lucy Cuddy Hall, UAA Campus. Dinner. Silent and live auctions. Music by HOT CLUB OF NUNAKA. Tickets $40. Call 694-2108.

Please consider making a DONATION to our Auction. Click here for donor form.

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Check out our ongoing Wish List . Your assistance is greatly appreciated. Many thanks to our recent donors: Alaska Regional Hospital Women's Auxiliary and Shawn Martin.