Chico Creek Nature Center — Attraction in Chico

Bidwell Park is a Jewel. With over 3600 acres and a myriad of possible activities, where should one start? Visit the Park Information Center at the Chico Creek Nature Center. Located in the Park at 1968 E. 8th Street:. Directions :From Hwy 99 take the Hwy 32 Chester Exit. Head northeast on CA-32 East toward Chester/E 9th St. for one block toward Fir St.Turn left onto Fir St. Fir St. turns into E 8th St. There will be a sign for the Bidwell Park Info Center (Nature Center) just past the Park entrance, .75 miles on the left.Their Living Animal Museum is open Wednesday through Sunday - 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.The Howard Tucker Exhibit Hall open Friday-Sunday - 11a.m. - 4 p.m.Closed...

Visited when I had the place practically to myself on Saturday morning. The staff made it so fun by answering my thousands of questions. They also pulled out some really neat animals that I could see up really close. All of the animals are unreleasable due to various reasons. There were a fair number of endangered species too. It doesn’t look too exciting upon entry maybe, but it will thrill you if you stop and ask questions. The owl, unfortunately, passed away. Just a heads up. The staff took it hard. Very sad. Otherwise, it was as described on the website....

Great for little kids and summer camps. Part of Chico Area Parks and Recreation (CARD. The center has a variety of reptiles and amphibians as well animals that have been rescued and are unable to return...