Building Open Hours:
October thru April
Friday-Sunday, 10am-5pm
Trails are always open!
The Albert Loop is CLOSED! All other trails remain open.
Photo courtesy of
Colin Tyler Photography.
Astronomy Night Returns
SECOND SATURDAY ASTRONOMY NIGHTS are returning, kicking off on November 8 from 6PM to 7:30PM. Gather your family for an enjoyable evening! The doors will open at 6PM, featuring a lecture presented by members of the Southcentral Alaska Astronomical Society. After the lecture, stay for a STEM activity designed for elementary school students, along with stargazing opportunities provided by the Anchorage Museum (weather permitting)! Astronomy nights will take place every second Saturday of the month through March 2026.
Albert Loop is
STILL 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. Closure is strictly enforced by AK Fish and Game and Alaska State Parks. Trail usually reopens sometime in November. Please remember to be bear and moose aware on all our trails, even this time of year!
Your Gift, Your Way
Your support helps maintain trails, fund educational programs, and connect people with Alaska’s wild places. Every gift keeps the wonder, learning, and inspiration alive for all who visit. There are many ways to make a lasting impact! Follow the link to find out more information on ways to give and support the Eagle River Nature Center. Thank you!
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.
