Whittier Narrows Nature Center

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• Welcome to the Nash House★★★★★

  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5-Star Review Whittier Narrows Nature Center is such a peaceful and beautiful place to reconnect with nature. Every time I visit, it feels like a reset for the mind, body, and spirit. The walking trails are calm and scenic, with so much natural beauty all around — from the trees to the water to the wildlife. It’s the perfect place to go for a walk, clear your thoughts, or just spend intentional time outdoors. What I really love is how grounding the environment feels. Whether you’re coming alone for reflection or bringing your family, it’s a space that welcomes everyone. There’s plenty of room to explore, and it never feels overwhelming. It’s also a great spot for content, photos, or just soaking in the moment. You never know what you’ll discover out there — that’s part of the beauty of it. Highly recommend visiting if you’re in the area. It’s truly a hidden gem and a breath of fresh air! 🌿✨

  4 months ago

• Wendoline Garcia★★★★★

  I absolutely loved it. I had never gone before and it was so peaceful. I truly enjoyed all the bird sounds, beautiful flowers. Love how much greenery their is . You truly feel like you are scaping the chaos of the world and found a piece of a secret garden . Im used to going across the street to leg lake to see the ducks but this place is so relaxing plus lots of shade and great areas to sit down and have a picnic.

  3 months ago

• Jason Coria★★★★★

  Really nice place. Took my four year old daughter and she had a good time looking at the snakes. Nice free activity to do. We were there about 40 mins staff is great very friendly.

  5 months ago

• Susie Felix★★★★★

  The last Sunday of every month they host a free event that is just incredible. A master musician brings all his instruments and creates an amazing soundbath for the community. No tickets needed, just show up at noon the last Sunday each month. What a gift ...Absolutely incredible.

  6 months ago

• DBL.G.★★★★★

  This nature center is open.. good spot to educate your children and yourself. Can stop by and have lunch outside which has picnic tables under trees for shade.. outside are areas were live animal's are kept in captivity..Such as several turtles,red tail hawk,, owl,, racoons,,and other animals.. inside the museum are live Snakes such as King snakes, rat snakes gopher snake & a rosey boa snakes.also Tarantulas.. display of various taxidermied animals displayed throughout the museum. Including a gift shop. The associates that work here have great attitudes and friendly..the bathrooms here are very well Maintained with tissues & soap for hygiene care.. the trails here are full of reptiles,,my advice were high laced boots cus there's Snakes around the whole nature center including rattle Snakes and other creatures that blend in with the terrains here throughout the trails . this nature center here @ Whittier Narrows is safe to visit even though homeless have been seen to gather in the trails...the El Monte Police pass through here on a regular basis which makes it more safe for visitors.. come check it out with the young ones,, I'm sure they'll be surprised to see the live animals & reptiles kept in captivity..pack a lunch with some refreshments and snacks for kids and spend a day here and the Whittier Narrows Recreation Area which is located across the street from the Whittier Narrows Nature center.. Enjoy and always be aware of your surroundings and be safe..

  a year ago

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