Chico Creek Nature Center

As the official Visitor Center of Bidwell Park, the Nature Center is a hub for fun, education, and wonder — all inspired by the outdoors!

Location

In Bidwell Park at 1968 E. 8th Street, Chico, CA 95928 - Click here to map it!
530-891-4671

Hours

The Janeece Webb Living Animal Museum and Nature Play Room | Wednesday-Friday, 9:00AM- 12:00PM and Saturday-Sunday, 10:00AM- 1:00PM

Admission is $2.00 for children/ seniors and $4.00 for adults

Kristie's Nature Lab and Howard S. Tucker Exhibit Hall | For programs and by reservation

Camp Chico Creek - Afternoon Enrichment

This program provides outdoor recreation and fosters awareness of nature in a fun, safe and caring setting. Campers enjoy hands-on natural science labs, up-close animal visits, outdoor games, arts and crafts, and swimming in Big Chico Creek, as the weather allows. Your child will experience the wonders of Bidwell Park!

M-F | 2:30-6:00 PM | Ages 5-11

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Camp Chico Creek - Winter Break Camp

Let your child have inventive fun in Bidwell Park during Camp Chico Creek winter break. Join us for science and nature education and day camp fun. Let your child experience the wonder of Bidwell Park and their own creativity!

M-Th | 12/20 - 12/23 | 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM | Ages 5-11

M-Th | 12/27 - 12/30 | 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM | Ages 5-11

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Nature ABCs

Nature ABC's is back! It is a time for families of children ages 1–5 to gather and enjoy an hour of fun free activities. Join us for an animal visit, story time, an art project or a nature walk in our beautiful park. This program is offered free of charge through funding from First 5 Butte County.

Mon | 9/13 - 12/13 | 10:00 - 11:00 AM | Ages 1-5

Except holidays and school vacations

Nature School

Nature School is a play based first learning experience in nature. Children learn about nature, letters, numbers, colors and shapes through crafts, songs, games, animal visits and guided exploration of the park. Each class has a different theme and every day of the week is different.

T/Th | Monthly | 9:00 AM-1:00 PM | Ages 3-5

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Animal Care Volunteer

Are you interested in animals, educating others and giving back to the community? Then come volunteer with us at the Chico Creek Nature Center! Our wonderful and hardworking volunteers are the…

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Birthday Parties

Rent a picnic site at one of our beautiful parks, book a party at the Pleasant Valley Pool or plan your next birthday at the Nature Center.

Participant Expectations

Expectations for Program Participants Include:

Be Safe (includes staying with the group, keeping hands and feet to themselves)
Be Respectful (includes listening and following directions, using appropriate language)
Be Responsible (includes using the restroom independently/no bathroom accidents, keeping track of personal items, telling the truth)