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Placerita Canyon Nature Center

Newhall, CA

★★★★★4.8(1,243 Google reviews)

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Reviewers report a nature centre with live snakes, birds of prey and a stream kids play in. The parking lot had filled by late morning on one visit. The main trail is easy underfoot until the far end, where reviewers describe steep, slippery ground. One found a tick on a dog afterwards.

A free foothill nature center with live-animal exhibits, oak-shaded creek trails, and Saturday family nature walks and animal presentations — a Santa Clarita staple.

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19152 Placerita Canyon Rd, Newhall, CA 91321, USA

(661) 259-7832

Open nowToday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

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What visitors say

Maya Devi★★★★★
Beautiful, beautiful hike, especially in the spring! Once you start to notice things are going uphill, prepare for an abrupt change of pace and scenery. After a peaceful, mild stroll, the hike turns into a mean workout. Not impossible, just a very abrupt change. Please pick up trash as you go and don't disturb the wildlife! :)
a month ago
Chris Morris★★★★★
A fun place to go with the kids. You can view exhibits showcasing native plants and animals, including live birds of prey, tarantulas, snakes, and a turtle. And then there is a stream that the kids love to play in! Parking lot filled up by 11:30 but we found a spot! There are many hiking trails but I didn't go on any.
4 months ago

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