Chattahoochee Nature Center

Chattahoochee Nature Center in Roswell, Georgia was founded on the concept of preserving nature and education. The role of the center is to offer the community educational experiences, scientific exhibits, and information on cultural life. They desire to increase personal awareness, honesty and integrity. They offer goals for both the youth and adult community in order to promote the environment.

The nature center was founded in the 1970s with a group of local activities. Since it opened the Chattahoochee Nature Center has seen more than 100,000 children and adults per year. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sunday 12 to 5pm. Admission fees are $8 for adults, $6 for seniors, and $5 for children. Children are considered 3 to 12. For those visiting the nature center it is important to bring binoculars, camera, walking shoes, picnic lunch, rain gear, and sunscreen.

As a nature park the exhibits are outside. There are several trails and gardens to explore. Staff will take individuals on tours or guests can go on their own. Six hiking trails exist including Beaver Pond Trail, Forest Trail, Homestead Trail, Kingfisher Pond, River Boardwalk, and Stone Cabin Trail. The trails cover the majority of Georgia's piedmont forest near the city of Roswell.