The Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory is a private, not-for-profit scientific and educational organization located in Sunriver, Oregon. Hands-on exhibits and nature talks highlight the mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and birds of Central Oregon; native wildflowers, shrubs, and trees are featured in the Botanical Garden. Observe sunspots and solar prominences through special filters at the on-site Observatory, or resident bald eagles and a dormant volcano along the Sam Osgood Nature Trail. The center's enthusiastic staff and volunteers provide visitors with a fun and thoughtful view of our natural environment. Special events are hosted throughout the year. The Nature Center and Observatory are open to the public from March 24-September 3; hours of operation vary, so call ahead for schedule. Located next to Lake Aspen on River Road.
Location:
PO Box 3533, Sunriver Oregon 97707
Telephone
541-593-4394 Fax 541-593-5207
Other Natural History nearby:
(Sunriver) Sunriver Nature Center
Request a Free copy of the Mile-by-Mile Guide to the Oregon Coast, which will be delivered to your USA postal address. Also request a free first issue of Oregon Coast magazine and sign up for coast deals.
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06/09 Coming to The Sunriver area Mt. Pisgah Arboretum Wildflower and Music Festival Eugene OR May19 A day of wildflowers, music, food, crafts, and microscopes! Bohemia Mining Days Cottage Grove OR July18-21 Prospectors' breakfast, miners' parade, food booths, gold panning, a pow wow, carnival, kiddie parade, street dance, and more. The Oregon Jamboree Sweet Home OR August2-4 Located in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, the the Oregon Jamboree has 2 stages, 22 shows, 1 sweet weekend. Corvallis Fall Festival Corvallis OR September28-29 Corvallis Fall Festival is one of the Northwest's premier arts and crafts fairs with music and entertainment throughout the weekend admission.
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