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Location
Parking
plenty of parking available
Best time
Check the online calendar before visiting as hours differ by season and special activities like nature walks, educational talks, and seasonal displays are listed there
Visitor tip
Arrive with time to watch the excellent movies playing in the theater, which are highlighted as a key part of the educational experience
About Meigs Point Nature Center
Environmental learning center at a park. Long-running, family-friendly environmental learning center at Hammonasset Beach State Park.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Nature Center
- Admission
- Free (donations accepted)
- Highlights
- Wildlife displays, animal tanks, bird enclosures, educational programs
- Parking
- Plenty available
What visitors say
Beautiful area, friendly guides, and cute creatures! We really enjoyed the nature center. The animals were all so lively. The beach was clean and had a mixture of sandy and rocky. The views were phenomenal. I’m from the West Coast and I…
We have been to the beach so many times and walk on the trail so often. I do not know how I have missed this treasure! In plain sight! Absolutely wonderful little museum. Completely free. They accept donations. The sections are…
Meigs Point Nature Center at Hammonasset State Beach is a true gem for nature lovers of all ages. Although some may remember the old building, the new one, built in 2016, offers a fresh and inviting space for visitors. What's even…
From 224 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- The facility was completely rebuilt in 2016, creating a modern environmental learning center within Hammonasset Beach State Park
- Admission is completely free with donations accepted, making it an accessible educational resource for families of all economic backgrounds
- The center features lifelike dioramas, animal tanks, and bird enclosures that visitors consistently praise for cleanliness and animal care quality
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