Building Hours October-April
Friday-Sunday, 10am-5pm
Trails are always open!
Photo: Colin Tyler Photography.
Dick Griffith Challenge
& Packrafftle: 2 Weeks Left
$7,000. That's all that stands between us and $30,000 for 30 years. 🎯
Two ways to help before March 31:
💛 Make a donation — every dollar closes the gap 🎟️ Buy a Packrafftle ticket — support the mission AND get a chance to WIN
Either way, you're part of something special. Thank you for supporting our mission!
April Programs Are HERE!
Spring hasn't quite made it to the Nature Center yet, but our programs didn't get the memo! We're kicking off an exciting season of programming for all ages, including the much-anticipated return of Little Explorers for our youngest adventurers. Toddler or trail veteran, we've got something just for you this season!
Outdoor Adventure Series: The Late Dick Griffith, a Beloved Alaskan Legend.
Anchorage Museum
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 6pm
Join us for an evening with Roman Dial and fellow outdoor enthusiasts who will honor the late Dick Griffith, a trailblazer in Alaska's outdoors. The evening will include storytelling and a screening of the film "Canyons and Ice: The Last Run of Dic7 Griffith."
Guests include Kaylene Johnson-Sullivan, Gordy Vernon, Kathy Sarns, Carl Lundgren, Janice Tower, Bjorn Olson, John Clark, Bill Compton, Andy Trimlett, Craid Medred and Heidi Huliman.
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 nature center – a threshold for connecting to the ever-changing landscape beyond. The Nature Center is operated by a small, grass roots non-profit organization. We hope you'll visit us and take some time to enjoy the trails and programs we offer.
The Eagle River Nature Center
Building Hours
May thru September:
Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-5pm
October thru April:
Friday-Sunday, 10am-5pm
WE DO NOT have a public access WIFI.
Cell reception depends on your carrier. We do have a free public use phone outside the front door (local calls only) and you may request use of inside phone for local calls when we are open.
User Fees
- $5/vehicle for 24 hours
- 15-passenger vans: $15
- Buses: $30
Fee station located by the front door. You can pay by credit card or exact cash (sorry, no change given).
Our main parking lot has limited parking area for RV's and vehicles with trailers. Our lower parking lot and overflow parking lots are NOT suitable for RV's or trailers. Please DO NOT park along Eagle River Road or side streets where "NO PARKING" is indicated - you may receive a ticket. You can park further down Eagle River Road where there are no signs.
Trail Access
- Trails are accessible 24/7.
- Foot traffic only - no bicycles allowed (except in the WINTER - fat tire bike exception).
- Trail maps are located at the front door of the Nature Center, inside when open, or you can print a map from the website.
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