Vail Colorado Nature Center

The Vail Nature Center is nestled along the banks of Gore Creek and features seven acres of forest, meadow and stream, including many indigenous Colorado plant species. The Nature Center offers a wide variety of educational and fun programs for the whole family, providing a delightful break from the hustle and bustle of Vail Village.

The Vail Nature Center Programs:

Adult Backcountry Hikes
Head to the hills with experienced naturalists and learn about wildflowers, birds and other wild life in the majestic Colorado mountains.

Nature Photography Workshops
Learn the tricks of the trade and try your hand in photographing the breathtaking meadows and mountains that surround you. Vail

Nature Center offers great workshops.

Wildflower Walks
Take an hour journey through woods and meadows and learn all about these colorful friends.

Morning Bird Walks
Learn about the needs, habits and how you can attract birds to your own backyard.
Bright Stars and Flaming Marshmallows
Stars overhead, a warm campfire, finding creatures of the night and roasting marshmallows make a perfect evening for all!

Medicinal Plant Seminars
Learn the benefits and dangers of useful plants and herbs and how to properly prepare them.

Fly Fishing and Stream Ecology
Bring your fly fishing equipment and learn about the habits and diet of fish and the basics of fishing.