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
9 AM - 12 PM | Wednesday - Saturday |

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

Admission

Members Free | Adults $4 | Children, Students and Seniors $2

Programs:

California Naturalist Certification

If you enjoy exploring and learning about our local ecology, engaging in citizen science and sharing your knowledge with others, this program is for you!

Classes: Wednesdays | 3/28 - 5/23 | 6:30-9:00 PM

Field Trips: Saturdays | 4/7, 4/21, 5/5, 5/19 | 8:30 AM-1:30 PM |

Nature Center Camps

Day camps run during CUSD Winter Break, Spring Break, Summer Break and we do a Halloween Weekend evening camp.

Nature School

Nature School is a first learning experience in nature for children ages 3 to 5.

Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays | 9:00 AM-1:00 PM

More sessions available - click here

May contain: nature, outdoors, azure sky, and sky

Nature's ABCs

Nature’s ABCs is a time when families come together for crafts, animal visits and guided exploration of the park.

Mondays | 9/23-5/18 | 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM PM

Except holidays and school vacations

Field Trips

For over thirty years, we have provided educational programs on the natural systems Bidwell Park using the park as a classroom.

May contain: cake, food, dessert, and birthday cake

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)