Vail Nature Center
The Vail Nature Center is open June 16th-September 30
Fall Hours: Mondays-Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
A 1940s homestead perched between a mountain meadow and the forested bank of Gore Creek houses the Vail Nature Center. This seven-acre facility, in the heart of Vail, is a tranquil gem to explore the web of trails along Gore Creek or come inside to learn from the exhibits and knowledgeable staff. Programs include: hiking, beaver pond tours, wildflower viewing, campfire talks, and creekside nature tours. All ages, donations accepted. Skip driving and take the in-town bus to the Soccer Fields stop on Vail Valley Drive to visit.
601 Vail Valley Drive, Vail, CO 81657 | (970) 479-2291
Driving Directions
Take I-70 exit 176 and head east on South Frontage Road
Turn right on Vail Valley Drive, drive for 0.7 miles and park at the soccer fields
Walk across the street and down the trail
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Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
Evening Beaver Pond Tour, Vail
Evening Beaver Pond Tour, Vail
Registration is required below. Please make sure you select the correct date and time. If you can not see the registration options below, please click here. Click here to see the […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
2 events,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
Evening Beaver Pond Tour, Vail
Evening Beaver Pond Tour, Vail
Registration is required below. Please make sure you select the correct date and time. If you can not see the registration options below, please click here. Click here to see the […]
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S’mores & More Campfire Talk, Vail
S’mores & More Campfire Talk, Vail
Gather around an evening campfire as you and your family learn about the Rocky Mountains from a Walking Mountains Naturalist while roasting a marshmallow. Specific topics change weekly. Registration is […]
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
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1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
0 events,
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
0 events,
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
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1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
1 event,
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Free Vail Nature Walk, Vail
Discover and learn about the ecology and wildlife of Vail in the meadows and woods along Gore Creek at the Vail Nature Center. Registration is required below. Please make sure […]
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