Summer Building Open Hours
May-September:
Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-5pm
Trails are always open!
Heads up: Albert Loop is CLOSED as of 7/31/2025! All other trails remain open.
Photo courtesy of Colin Tyler Photography
September Nights
Auction Fundraiser
Join us as we celebrate 29 amazing years of connecting people with Alaska’s wild beauty at our September Nights LIVE Auction Fundraiser!
📅 Saturday, 9/13/25 🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Odd Man Rush Brewing, Eagle River
What’s in store?
Live Auction, music by the talented Steve Norwood, delicious eats and a Nature Center brew from OMR! Can’t make it in person? No worries! Our ONLINE AUCTION goes live Sunday, September 7th @ 9am AKST.
Albert Loop CLOSED
As of 7/31/2025, the Albert Loop trail is CLOSED until further notice. This is a seasonal Chugach State Park closure due to the salmon run and bear activity. There is also an additional portion of the RODAK TRAIL that has been closed until further notice. Closure INCLUDES the Beaver Viewing Deck. There is STILL ACCESS to the Salmon Viewing Deck.
As the seasons change, wildlife activity increases, particularly among bears and moose. It is essential for hikers on Alaska trails to be aware of safety measures regarding these animals. For detailed information on how to hike safely in bear and moose country, please follow the link below.
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 nature center – a threshold for connecting to the ever-changing landscape beyond. The Nature Center is operated by a small, grass roots non-profit organization. We hope you'll visit us and take some time to enjoy the trails and programs we offer.
The Eagle River Nature Center
Building Hours
May thru September:
Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-5pm
October thru April:
Friday-Sunday, 10am-5pm
WE DO NOT have a public access WIFI.
Cell reception depends on your carrier. We do have a free public use phone outside the front door (local calls only) and you may request use of inside phone for local call when we are open.
User Fees
- $5/vehicle for 24 hours
- 15-passenger vans: $15
- Buses: $30
Fee station located by the front door. You can pay by credit card or cash (sorry, no change given).
Our main parking lot has limited parking area for RV's and vehicles with trailers. Our lower parking lot and overflow parking lots are NOT suitable for RV's or trailers. Please DO NOT park along Eagle River Road or side streets where "NO PARKING" is indicated - you may receive a ticket. You can park further down Eagle River Road where there are no signs.
Trail Access
- Trails are accessible 24/7.
- Foot traffic only - no bicycles allowed (except in the WINTER - fat tire bike exception).
- Trail maps are located at the front door of the Nature Center, inside when open, or you can print a map from the website.
