Placerita Canyon Nature Center

Category: Nature preserve

Address: 19152 Placerita Canyon Rd, Newhall, CA 91321, USA

Phone: +16612597832

Opening hours

Sunday: 7AM–7PM

Monday: 7AM–7PM

Tuesday: 7AM–7PM

Wednesday: 7AM–7PM

Thursday: 7AM–7PM

Friday: 7AM–7PM

Saturday: 7AM–7PM

Reviews

John Peake

May 9, 2022

Visited the nature center after a hike through Placerita Canyon. The nature center includes some live animals and lots of info about the plants and animals in the area. The nearby nature trail runs along the creek. This is a great place to take kids to get some outdoor time and a little fun.

Ellen4 Birds

Mar 27, 2022

Beautiful LA County park. Immerse yourself in canyon chaparral, take a hike, listen to the natural sounds and please, please, leave your Bluetooth speakers at home. The staff and docents are friendly and helpful. It was such a wonderful pleasure meeting Sierra and Wheeler, resident Educational Ambassadors.

ashish mahabal

Mar 20, 2022

In Placerita Canyon several trails fan out from the nature center, many connected to each other. We started on the tiny hillside trail that quickly climbs to a bunch of rocks, and ended up on the canyon trail that crosses multiple times the stream flowing through the canyon. While the canyon was not carpeted with wildflowers, several species were seen along the trail. Several birds could also be heard and seen, including some swallows dive bombing a pair of red-tailed hawks.

B L

Jan 18, 2022

Placerita offers a good range of trails from nice flat easy kid friendly hikes to moderate up hills. Plenty of picnic tables for a peaceful family lunch.

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Questions & Answers

Can I take my dog?

Sergio Arias | Aug 20, 2018
Patricia Faza | Aug 20, 2018

Yes, you can bring your dog; also, some doggie bags for clean up and water for your dog too.

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Is the larger trail open yet? It's been closed for a couple of years now :-/

Shawn Christopher Erik Miller | Aug 20, 2019
Russ D | Aug 20, 2019

No the larger trail that leads all the way to the waterfalls is not open. It is really unfortunate because it's one of my favorite trails in SoCal. Hopefully soon. I would say call the park rangers at Placerita State Park and ask if it will be opening any time this year. But honestly with all the rain I think they wont open it due to possible mud slides. But fingers crossed that they open.

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what kinds of wildlife live within a 3 mile radius of the Placerita Canyon Wildlife Preserve?

Marcy Keegin | Aug 20, 2018
Kerry Sempelsz | Aug 20, 2018

Rattle snakes, bunnies, birds, and more!

Can you still bring horses and ride there?

Mar B | Aug 20, 2018
Michelle Craig | Aug 20, 2018

You will have to call them and find out.

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We can only hike at 7am. Is it ok to hike in there before it opens?

Jeff Vincent | Aug 20, 2018
Jonathan Villalvazo | Aug 20, 2018

Its open sunrise to sunset don't think they are ok with going without it being open

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How much money does it cost for a person

Unijor Cass | Aug 20, 2018
Mr. Van de Car | Aug 20, 2018

Its free, parking is free as well. They do have a gift shop that is open occasionaly though. Prices vary there but are not too bad.

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[About the waterfall trail] Does the waterfall still have running water?

via linsey | Aug 20, 2018
Kel Landrith | Aug 20, 2018

To find the mural, follow the creek away from the nature center, past the parking lot. Mutual painted on wall of tunnel under the road.

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Do they have restrooms there for people going there?

Christina C | Aug 20, 2018
Samantha Cheatham | Aug 20, 2018

There's a port a potty in the parking lot and normal restrooms by the nature center.

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Where do you park go get to the nature center?

Melissa Baxter | Feb 20, 2022
Kristin | Feb 20, 2022

They gave free parking there.

Is there still an annual St. Patrick's day reptile festival?, l went to the 5th Annual Reptile Festival 37 years ago March 13, 1983.

Ron White | Aug 19, 2020
christian carter | Aug 19, 2020

No clue

Is the trail open today even if it's Veterans day?

Bennie Bennett | Aug 19, 2020
C N | Aug 19, 2020

Yup

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Is there anywhere to camp?

Kayla | Aug 20, 2019
Justus Benavidez | Aug 20, 2019

You have to get permits if you want to camp. There are some spots for that

Can you reserve tables for a family picnic?

Charlie Rhyne | Aug 20, 2019
Chris Didieu | Aug 20, 2019

I don't believe they take reservations.

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How are the wildflowers, a lot blooming?

lakedrmr | Aug 20, 2019
Russ D | Aug 20, 2019

They are defiently starting to now with all the sunshine. Definetly worth going but I'd give it few more days.

Can you ride your mountain bike here?

Jerry Esquivel | Aug 20, 2019
Sonia C | Aug 20, 2019

Not certain. I would say the trails are specifically for walking, single file.

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Is the park still closed after the flood

Tony Cignale | Aug 20, 2019
Sara Aboulhosn | Aug 20, 2019

Check their website for hiking trail closures. Most trails are open but not all of them.

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Is it accessible to stroller/toddler?

Rafael Tapia | Aug 20, 2018
Sandra Balaram | Aug 20, 2018

Yes

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