Metro Parks Tacoma

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  • Take a Family Nature Walk

    Next event is May 18 at McKinley Park

  • Walk the Trails

    More than two miles of walking trails wander through the wetlands and forest areas. 

  • Take a Class

    Join in exciting nature programs for youth, adults or families. 

  • Celebrate!

    Have a wild party! Four different party packages for that special occasion.
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Welcome to the Tacoma Nature Center


The Tacoma Nature Center is a 71-acre nature preserve encompassing Snake Lake and the surrounding
wetlands and forest. Stroll nature trails to experience native birds, animals and plants. Join in exciting nature programs and summer day camps. Learn about landscaping
with native plants and purchase them here May through October. 

Discover a fun new family activity here.

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