Nature Centers

  • Education
  • Environment

Who We Are

The Division of Nature Preserves and Natural Resources is responsible for the protection and conservation of Mecklenburg County's parks designated as Nature Preserves. 

Our staff offer more than 5,000 programs annually, perform natural resource management on over 7,6​00 acres, maintain more than 30 miles of nature trails, and operate 4 nature centers and a public campground.​

What We Do

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation operates four Nature Centers, and one nature experience at Eastway Regional Recreation Center. Each provides low cost​ nature-themed programs for all residents to enjoy. Our Nature Centers offer great learning opportunities to explore and discover what nature has to offer. Public programs, field trips, outdoor recreation opportunities, and special events offered throughout the year always provide something exciting for visitors.​​

Details

Get Connected Icon (980) 314-1054
Get Connected Icon Alice Chambers
Get Connected Icon Environmental Education Manager
https://parkandrec.mecknc.gov/Places-to-Visit/Nature