“The word ecology is derived from the Greek oikos, the word for home.”
― Robin Wall Kimmerer
EYNC Hours
Nature Center Closed on Mondays
February - October:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST
Winter Hours (Nov. - Jan.): 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM PST
Ancil Hoffman Park hours are Sunrise- Sunset
Directions
2850 San Lorenzo Way
Carmichael CA 95608
All visitors should enter through the main gate of Ancil Hoffman Park.
(see map below)
Parking
Become a member for a free parking pass or purchase a daily pass at the entry gate ($7.00).
Additional Information
ADA Compliancy:
ADA service animals ONLY
Collecting Policy:
No collecting or harvesting natural elements from the Nature Study Area (NSA) per The American River Parkway Plan NSA Guidelines 2008 edition.
Food and Allergy Warning:
Fish and Nuts are used in some of our programs in public spaces. Please check calendar before you visit.
We are NOT a wildlife rescue
We cannot accept animal donations.
Trail Tips:
Please Stay on Trails - Rattlesnake Warning! Closed toed shoes are suggested.
No smoking
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