105-acre park featuring a visitor center, flora & fauna, lakes, a stream & walking trails.
At a glance
#1 of 34 Tourist attractions in Long BeachLocalGuideWorld score: 4.80
Rating breakdown
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Quick facts
- What is the rating of El Dorado Nature Center?
- El Dorado Nature Center is rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 3,875 reviews.
- How does El Dorado Nature Center rank in Long Beach?
- El Dorado Nature Center is #1 of 34 Tourist attractions in Long Beach by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is El Dorado Nature Center located?
- 7550 E Spring St, Long Beach, CA 90815, United States — 9.2 km from the center of Long Beach.
- How can I contact El Dorado Nature Center?
- Phone: +1 562-570-1745 · Website: longbeach.gov
Real peaceful. Went on a Sunday and while there were a lot of people, the park did not feel congested due to how big the park is. Cost is $8 for entry unless you bring an RV or trailer. All activities are extra depending on what you want to do. You will however have to look for a restroom. There isn't any signage indicating where you can find them so good luck. Pick a tree I guess. The park is dog friendly, lots of picnic areas. Cool spot for sunset pictures. Lots of open areas, but also not that many shady spots.
Today , was my first time at El Dorado nature Center and I loved it. I saw beautiful animals, trees , and the atmosphere was amazing and peaceful. I cannot wait to take my son there.
The El Dorado nature center is a fantastic destination for families seeking a serene outdoor experience.
With its well maintained 0.25 , 1 and 2 mile trails, it offers a perfect opportunity for leisurely stroll or a more extended nature walk.
With its well maintained 0.25 , 1 and 2 mile trails, it offers a perfect opportunity for leisurely stroll or a more extended nature walk.
What a fun way to spend a couple hours - great trails, entertaining wildlife, friendly people, and mother nature’s soundtrack!
Lots of wildlife, I also liked the fact that you can choose between a 1/4 mile, 1 mile, and 2 mile long loop. By far the star of the show was a mantis I found on the side of the road.
Lovely park-within-a-park with 1 and 2 mile circuit hikes and events multiple times throughout the month. Well used but not overcrowded, with a great nature center for young children. It has a great little gift shop with science-oriented wares. Lots of unafraid turtles in the waterways. Any time I stop through I see visitors from 8 months to 80 years having a great time among the native flora and fauna. Very well maintained, and I even see people walking barefoot on the soft dirt paths. (Don’t harass the turtles. Some are accustomed to humans because, sadly, people abandon their pets here.)
This Park is Amazing with one side being the recreational area and the other is the camping area. The whole park is gated. There's picnic area, kids area, dogs area, basketball courts, bike tracks, 3 man-made lakes to go fishing. Camping available. $6 fee for the entrance and camping has different prices depending on your stay. Not crowded and lots of parking places.
Very nice place to walk, plenty of trees and shade. Easy 1 or 2 mile loop. The mile loop is paved while the 2 mile loop is a dirt path.
Plenty of birds for bird watching, turtles and so many squirrels.
Weekend parking is $8.
Plenty of birds for bird watching, turtles and so many squirrels.
Weekend parking is $8.
The 1 mile hike took my toddler and I an hour to complete. It was mostly shaded. The cute turtles and small fish on the 2nd bridge are always a delight to see. There are 1/4 mile and 2 mile trails as well.
A friend an I recently went here, what a great place. There are 3 different trails you can choose 1/4 mile, 1 mile, and 2 miles. Most of it is a dirt trail, there is a pond in the middle. We saw lots of turtles sunbathing. There is plenty of shade from the trees. I did not go into the nature center. There are benches to sit and enjoy the serenity. Parking lot can get pretty full, but there seemed to be people coming and going so often I didn't see anyone waiting for parking.
What an amazing hidden gem buried in Long Beach, right next to a freeway. You'll feel transported into the middle of a forest and nature. It's a great walk with so many sites and sounds and smells. Definitely a must-go.
Seriously worth the annual parking pass and then some. Most people are respectful, though the occasional speakerphone, yelling kid, or non headphone user will walk by. Totally worth it. Everyone is friendly and great wetland bird watching!
I love bringing my kid here! It's nice to feel like you can escape to the forest, even in the middle of the city. We love going in the spring, when all the flowers are in bloom, but it's honestly a good place to go any time of year.
The nature center is great. It is easily accessible and close to the freeway. The kids enjoy it and it is beautiful and shady year round. The trails are beautifully maintained and the wildlife is always putting on a show. We saw varying birds, turtles, and little furry creatures.
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