Welcome to the Eagle River Nature Center

The Eagle River Nature Center is operated by a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to provide connections to nature through interpretive education, resource protection and outdoor opportunities. The Nature Center is located within Chugach State Park – one of Alaska’s largest state parks and within 40 minutes driving distance from downtown Anchorage and 12 miles from Eagle River town.

What You’ll Find at the End of Eagle River Road

You’ll discover the beauty of the Eagle River Valley as you begin your drive along Eagle River Road. Residential areas will give way to breathtaking views of glacially-carved mountains. At Mile 12 you will reach the log cabin visitor center – a threshold for connecting to the ever-changing landscape beyond.

Contact phone number, fax and address

Phone: 907-694-2108 Fax: 907-694-2119

Eagle River Nature Center

32750 Eagle River Road

Eagle River, AK 99577

501c3 non-profit #92-0156981 estab. 1996

Building Hours:

October-April, Fri-Sun, 10am-5pm

May-September, Wed-Sun, 10am-5pm

Trails always accessible.

What's New

May 12th Eagle River Challenge 5K and 10K Trail Race results:

Congratulations to everyone for a great race! Here are a few photos courtesy of Tom Howell.

NEW for members: Our program schedules are no longer being sent by mail due to escalating costs of printing and postage. You can find a list of programs by month in the left bar or view pdf versions of the March-May 2012 program here and June-August 2012 program here.

To receive monthly program updates by email click here.

Thank you to the Rasmuson Foundation for granting the Nature Center funds to purchase a new snowmachine and groomer/track setter. We look forward to offering even better ski trails in 2013.

We've added a new Facebook page for the Crow Pass Trail - current conditions, info, and lots more. Check it out here: