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Naples Nature Center

Naples Nature Center Review

On 14 acres bordering a tidal lagoon teeming with wildlife, the Naples Nature Center is undergoing a massive makeover with elements opening in stages. The new Dalton Discovery Center is expected to open the end of 2012 with interactive ecosystem exhibits, a sea turtle tank, and other live wildlife exhibits and programs. The opening of a new wildlife rehabilitation center in summer 2011 more than tripled the space of the old one and a theater opened to show orientation and other videos. Short trails are marked with interpretive signs, and there are guided walks and boat tours (ages 2 and older) on the mangrove-bordered Gordon River several times daily. Kayaks are available for rent. There may be closures at the Nature Center in late 2011, so call ahead before visiting.

    Contact Information

  • Address: 1450 Merrihue Dr., Naples, FL, 34102 | Map It
  • Phone: 239/262-0304
  • Cost: $9
  • Hours: May-Oct., Mon.-Sat. 9-4:30; Nov.-Apr., Mon.-Sat. 9-4:30, Sun. noon-4 (hrs subject to change; check the Web site for up-to-date information)
  • Website: www.conservancy.org
  • Location: Naples

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    I hope I don't annoy people by starting a trip report before the trip is finished.

    This trip has hardly started. We are on an airplane from BWI to TPA at this very moment. I paid AirTran $4.95 for access Read more

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