Environmental Nature Center
Founded in 1972, the Environmental Nature Center, known simply to thousands of visiting students through the years as “The ENC”, is a fascinating combination of 15 California native plant communities (ranging from desert, to oak woodland, to fresh water marsh, to redwood forest); wildlife habitats; walking trails; and sustainably designed, LEED Platinum certified learning center. For 40 years, the ENC has been shaped and caressed into a 3.5 acre landscape for learning, a sanctuary from life’s pressures and a place of preservation and instruction. Serving over 18,000 students and thousands of visitors annually, the ENC is recognized as a leader in science and social science education providing opportunities for increasing our community’s knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the natural world. Our mission: To provide quality education through hands-on experience with nature. The ENC inspires all generations to protect the natural world by serving as our community’s foremost authority on ecological responsibility, sustainable practices and environmental education.
Education/Family Friendly Business Type
- Outdoor Education
- Adventure Education
- Online Education
- E-Learning
- Nature Park
For Ages
- All Ages
- For Adults
For Grades
- All Grades
- For Adults
Direct Business Website Link
Open Days/Hours
Monday - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday - 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Sunday - 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Business Phone #
(949) 645-8489
Business Address
1601 E 16th St, Newport Beach, CA 92663