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Neal Taylor Nature Center at Cachuma Lake

Visiting the Neal Taylor Nature Center

The Nature Center is closed until further notice, with the exception of the Native Garden and Don Wimpress Nature Trail. 

The Nature Center hours:

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Wednesday - Saturday
10:00AM - 4:00PM
Sunday
10:00AM - 2:00PM
Monday & Tuesday
closed
 
Admission to the Nature Center is free.
There is a $10 per vehicle day-use fee to enter the Cachuma Lake Recreation Area, except for Santa Barbara County Park permit holders.
 
 

Large Groups

Are you bringing a large group of people (15 or more) to the Nature Center? There is so much for our volunteer docents to share with our visitors. It is helpful for the volunteer docents to know when large groups will be visiting, so they can be available to answer questions and point out exhibits and activities that may interest your group.
 
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Contact the Nature Center

Phone:  805-693-0691
Email:  info@clnaturecenter.org
 
 

Directions to the Nature Center

The Nature Center is a 501 c3 non-profit organization located in the Cachuma Lake Recreation Area on Highway 154 (San Marcos Pass/Chumash Highway) between Santa Barbara (approximately 20 miles) and Santa Ynez (approximately 10 miles). Please see the Google map below for a detailed map and directions.
 




The Western Bluebird

The Western Bluebird is a common sight at Cachuma Lake, which provides the perfect woodland habitat. The Western Bluebird forages for insects, mistletoe, and juniper berries. Find more information and beautiful photos at the Shriner's website,  Birding Information  - just click on the link below.

Camp Host Positions Available!!!

At the Nature Center for May thru October 2021 - Apply NOW!

 

Fridays: Wildlife Cruise
Saturdays: Guided Nature Walk & Jr. Rangers
Sundays: Wildlife Cruise
To learn more, call the Nature Center at
805-693-0691
or send an email to:
info@clnaturecenter.org
To donate to the Nature Center, use this button!

Links We Like

  • Birding in Santa Barbara County
  • Cachuma Lake Recreation Area
  • Cachuma Reservoir Level - Real Time Data
  • Children and Nature Network
  • Fish and Wildlife
  • Richard Louv books
  • Santa Barbara Astronomical Unit
  • Santa Barbara Audubon Society
  • Take Me Fishing
  • The Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Neal Taylor Nature Center ~ 2265 Highway 154 ~ Santa Barbara, CA 93105 ~ 805-693-0691 ~ info@clnaturecenter.org

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