Environmental Discovery Center

The Environmental Discovery Center is closed through April 7, 2020 as a precaution to help prevent the spread of coronavirus. The decision follows public health guidelines related to non-essential social gatherings. We take this action with the safety of our visitors, staff, and volunteers our top priority.

The Environmental Discovery Center at Spring Lake Regional Park is a natural history center featuring hands-on displays and exhibits designed primarily for children in elementary school.

Things to Do

At the Environmental Discovery Center, kids can:

  • Learn about Sonoma County's ecosystems through exhibits that invite them to touch, climb, crawl, and imagine
  • Explore a tide pool with live sea creatures, see live turtles, snakes and fish, and get up close to taxidermy wildlife like mountain lions and coyote
  • Conduct earth science experiments and learn to look at surroundings in new ways
  • Hike with a naturalist and learn about local plants and animals

The Environmental Discovery Center was established in partnership with the Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation and Sonoma County Water Agency.

Upcoming Events

  • Featured Event: Family Hikes at Spring Lake

    Family Hikes at Spring Lake

    When: April 18, 2020 from 1:00 – 4:00 PM

    Spring Lake Regional Park - Environmental Discovery Center
    Explore the park in your own backyard while learning about the creatures of Spring Lake and our community.

  • Science Saturday

    When: May 2, 2020 from 1:00 – 4:00 PM

    Spring Lake Regional Park - Environmental Discovery Center
    The first Saturday of each month is Science Saturday at the Environmental Discovery Center at Spring Lake Regional Park in Santa Rosa. Embrace your inner scientist and discover the wonders of environmental and physical science!

  • Family Hikes at Spring Lake

    When: May 16, 2020 from 1:00 – 4:00 PM

    Spring Lake Regional Park - Environmental Discovery Center
    Explore the park in your own backyard while learning about the creatures of Spring Lake and our community.

  • Nature Craft Series: Miniature Fairy Gardens

    When: May 24, 2020 from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

    Spring Lake Regional Park - Environmental Discovery Center
    This event is full.
    Are you feeling crafty? Express your creativity and learn a new skill during our nature crafts series. All ages welcome. 

  • More Events

Visit the EDC

 Environmental Discovery Center

The Environmental Discovery Center is closed through April 7, 2020.

Address

393 Violetti Road

Santa Rosa, CA 95409
38.454918, -122.648281
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Located just inside the entrance to Spring Lake Regional Park

Parking: $7 per vehicle or free for Regional Parks members

Hours - The Environmental Discovery Center is closed through April 7, 2020.

Wednesday – Sunday
Noon – 5 PM

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Admission: Free

Field Trips
Weekday mornings by reservation
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