About Us
“The mission of the Neal Taylor Nature Center at Cachuma Lake is to encourage public understanding, enjoyment, and protection of Cachuma Lake, the Upper Santa Ynez River, and the San Rafael Mountain Range Watershed.”
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Our Story
Since 1988, the Neal Taylor Nature Center at Cachuma Lake has been connecting kids and adults to discovering wonders of their own backyard—Cachuma Lake and the Santa Ynez watershed.
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Located in a historic ranch house behind the Cachuma Lake Store in Cachuma Lake Recreation Area, we offer engaging exhibits, native garden, gift shop, seasonal events and more!
Nature Center & Gift Shop Hours
Thursday – Saturday
10am-4pm
Sunday
10am-2pm
Admission: Donation
We charge a fee for groups of 15 or more.
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Exhibits
From a native plant garden to taxidermy specimens, interactive games, scavenger hunts and more, there’s lots to explore at the Neal Taylor Nature Center!
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Featured Programs
Click here to see all "Going Batty" dates and learn more! A Living Exhibit: Every Friday & Saturday Evening throughout September. ADMISSION: Donation *Program times vary by week depending on […] The Neal Taylor Nature Center Fish Derby is an annual event that has been taking place at Lake Cachuma in Santa Barbara, CA since the mid 90s. Every year, hundreds […]Fridays & Saturdays in October: “Going Batty” at the Nature Center
29th Annual Neal Taylor Nature Center Fish Derby
Santa Barbara, CA,
93105
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Rufous Humingbird (Selasphorus rufus)