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Explore›Dallas, TX›Nature & Gardens›Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge
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Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge

Ages 3–16 | $2
9601 Fossil Ridge Rd, Fort Worth, TX 76135, USA

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817-392-7410 Visit the website
Admission $2 Read from the venue’s own page

Opening hours

Monday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sunday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Hours can change on holidays. Check with the venue before you travel.

About this place

Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge is a 3,621-acre natural area in Fort Worth, Texas, featuring forests, prairies, and wetlands with over 20 miles of hiking trails. Families can explore native habitats on self-guided or staff-guided hikes and participate in educational programs offered throughout the year. The refuge was designated a National Natural Landmark in 1980 and is one of the largest city-owned nature centers in the United States.

Good to know

Picnic area
Restrooms
Parking
Free parking
Wheelchair accessible

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