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Santa Fe Dam Nature Center

Nature preserve

4.6(155 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 10 a.m. Wed
Santa Fe Dam Nature Center

About

Educational center & display garden. Nature center & natural area featuring trail walks, garden of native plants & educational programs.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Santa Fe Dam Nature Center:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    San Gabriel River Trail, Irwindale, CA 91706, United States
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    Phone
    (626) 812-0935
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    Hours
    Monday:10 a.m.–1 p.m.
    Tuesday:10 a.m.–1 p.m.
    Wednesday:10 a.m.–1 p.m.
    Thursday:10 a.m.–1 p.m.
    Friday:10 a.m.–1 p.m.
    Saturday:10 a.m.–1 p.m.
    Sunday:Closed

Features

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair-accessible parking lot

Amenities

  • Barbecue grill: Has barbecue grill
  • Picnic tables: Picnic tables available
  • Public washroom: Has public washroom

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Kid-friendly hikes: Has kid-friendly hikes

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