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Beaver Lake Nature Center
Plunge into the world of Beaver Lake Nature Center. The Nature Center offers over 400 annual programs. A rich mix of habitats creates the possibility of seeing more than 200 species of birds and over 800 varieties of plants.
Click here to download the Trails Map (pdf)
Coming Up...
Saturday & Sunday, September 4 & 5 • Weekend Guided Walks • Fruits & Nuts
and next weekend...
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33rd Annual Golden Harvest Festival
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Canoeing & Kayaking - Daily thru Monday, September 6
Weekends, 9am - 4pm; Weekdays, 9am - 3:30pm
Enjoy a leisurely paddle on your own across Beaver Lake. Explore the lake's edge and search for beaver lodges, turtles, herons and osprey.
Canoe and solo kayak rentals are available, on a first-come basis, for $8 for the first hour, $2 for each additional half-hour.
Paddlers may bring their own canoe or kayak provided the vessel has been dry for at least 24 hours due to the risk of invasive species.
Beaver Lake reserves the right to cancel at any time and visitors should note that the lake will be closed during hazardous weather. All canoes and kayaks must be off the lake by 5pm.
Its winding trails are to be enjoyed in all seasons. The 200 acre glacial lake is a migratory stop for thousands of Canada geese that migrate through, as well as an opportunity for summertime exploration by canoe.
Through membership, an opportunity exists for you to become part of Beaver Lake. The Friends of Beaver Lake strive to make the Beaver Lake experience complete. Since 1980 the Friends of Beaver Lake Nature Center have provided essential financial and volunteer support to the Nature Center, ensuring the best possible experience for each visitor.
Beaver Lake Nature Center's Mission: To foster local and global stewardship of nature through diverse recreational and educational opportunities that enhance visitors' awareness, appreciation, and understanding of the natural world.
Looking for a unique spot to hold your child's next birthday party...
Natural Birthday Parties at Beaver Lake are parties with a purpose and seasonally appropriate themes for children ages 5-12. Choose from topics such as Maple Sugaring (March); Exploring Life in a Pond (May-September); Turtles and Hawks and Owl (Year Round). The two hour party includes a guided walk and critter talk (except during Maple Sugaring) and allows for cake and present time. Cost is $80 per group. Call for details and to schedule your next party.
| Please Note: Dogs are not allowed at Beaver Lake Nature Center. In addition, bikes are not allowed on the trails. | |
| Hours | Open Daily except Thanksgiving and Christmas; 7:30am-call for closing time |
| Admission | $3 per car • $24 Annual Pass • $15 per bus |
Acres |
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| Contact | 8477 East Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville, NY 13027 315-638-2519 BLNC@ongov.net |
| Directions | Click here |
During your visit to Beaver Lake Nature Center, you may be photographed, videotaped, or filmed by Onondaga County Parks or authorized parties. Your attendance/admission serves as permission for use of these images by Onondaga County Parks. Commercial photography or filming is prohibited without permission of Onondaga County Parks.