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Beaver Island Nature Center

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Address
Park Road, Beaver Island Pkwy
Grand Island, NY 14072
Latitude 42.963753
Longitude -78.965118

Located adjacent to the transient marina along the Niagara River, this nature center exhibits many of the local flora and fauna from the park. A park naturalist is on duty during operating hours to provide information that will help you to learn about the park environment. Maps and trail information is also available.

Take a nature walk around the lagoon which is nearby, and experience Beaver Island's diverse wildlife. Enjoy the natural setting surrounded by the majestic oaks along the Niagara River.

Public bathrooms are available in the building.

No pets are allowed inside the nature center.

Hours of Operation

  • Seasonal: July 4th through Labor Day
    Thursday - Sunday, 12 pm - 5 pm

Fees & Rates

  • Program Fee
  • No fee applies for entrance into the Nature Center
    No fee applies for public programs unless otherwise included in program description

    Group Programs available upon request:
    5-30 participants = $45 
    31-60 participants = $90
    61-100 participants = $150 

    *Each additional person over 100 is $2 each  
Wed 15 Jan
Beaver Island Bird Watching
Wednesday, January 15, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Beaver Island Nature Center
Join us on a beginner bird walk through one of Beaver Island's most iconic trails with tons of rich history. Registration required on Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Mon 10 Feb
Birds on the Niagara – Feathers on the Niagara River
Monday, February 10, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Beaver Island Nature Center
Join a naturalist with a spotting scope in the southernmost loop in Beaver Island State Park to view the migrating waterfowl on the Niagara River. Registration required on Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat 15 Feb
Winter Waterfowl
Saturday, February 15, 2025 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Beaver Island Nature Center
Take a walk along the Niagara River, in search of ducks, geese, and swans. Binoculars and spotting scope provided. Registration required on Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat 15 Feb
Birds on the Niagara – Beginner Birding Walk
Saturday, February 15, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Beaver Island Nature Center
Bring your binoculars and get ready to join a Park Naturalist for a leisurely bird viewing walk along the Niagara River. Beginners encouraged! Registration required on Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun 16 Feb
Birds on the Niagara – Feathers on the Niagara River
Sunday, February 16, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Beaver Island Nature Center
Join a naturalist with a spotting scope in the southernmost loop in Beaver Island State Park to view the migrating waterfowl on the Niagara River. Registration required on Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Did You Know? Beaver Island State Park was officially opened to the public in 1935

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