Such a beautiful little nature escape! It has peaceful trails, plenty of wildlife, and beautiful scenery along the American River. It's an easy, relaxing walk and a great spot for families or anyone looking to get away from the city for a bit. Love the museum/gift shop they have. Definitely a Sacramento area gem! read more

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Store is cool go here and buy something. They have good educational exhibits. I really like to go here and relax read more

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AMAZING ! Our family visited on President Day Weekend & it was absolutely amazing ! The nature center is a small quaint walk through where you can learn about some of the insects and animals and then you head out to the trails. The trails are nice medium length distances for our kiddos. We walked alongside the American River, skipped rocks and stopped for a quick snack (we brought). If you are lucky enough you will come across birds, deers and even a coyote on your walk through the trails. Very fun experience for the family would recommend. read more

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Still one of the best natural hidden gems in Sacramento. Today alone, we saw deer galloping across the trail, wild turkeys that came right up to us, and a rushing river. I saw a group of friends picnicking, some people drinking a couple of beers by the water in a secluded spot, and one man fishing. That nature park really has it all! What a fun day with the family! A sunny Californian day in January is my favorite time to visit! read more

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Didn't know they had a summer camp for kids- my daughter attended the camp for teen kids and had a lot of fun. Pleasantly surprised. They did cool games and activities (sorting through owl pellets, leaving out a canvas to capture animal prints overnight) and even had a morning of kayaking on Lake Natoma. I didn't know what to expect, other than Effie Yeaw being such a nice oasis right on the river to learn more about it and the surrounding wildlife. My daughter really liked the counselors (Sara and Jacob) and I appreciated the daily recaps that Sara sent. It would be great if they offered full-day camps (it runs from 0900-1200 currently). read more

I've returned several times over, now with a kid in tow, and I'm here to say I appreciate this preserve more and more every time. Long winding trails, beautiful river vistas, plenty of wildlife and education for adults and children alike make this a local treasure. I finally got a chance to see inside the visitors center. They have a ton of interesting things going on, from a live owl you can look at upon entering to a bunch of history and interactive exhibits. My 5-year-old son especially loved looking at the snakes and touching anything he could get his hands on. Afterwards, we took a long walk through the paths that lead down to the river. It was a perfectly pleasant winter's evening and we had the chance to spot several animals. We came upon a group of deer and got rather close to them - an experience he still talks about. Unbelievably, this is all in the heart of the suburbs, with a river on one side and houses and businesses on all others. It's nice to see a city so forward thinking to set aside such a large area for people to enjoy. Check hours and make a donation in the visitors center! They are always needing funds and run with the help of volunteers. read more

Effie Yeaw Nature Center - Visitor Centers Near Me - Carmichael, California

This was a nice place for a short hike. Lots if families there which is always nice. Didn't take pictures as the signs said mot to. But, lots of open space and a gorgeous babbling brook. My wife thought it sounded just like those meditation recordings. Will come again, a nice place to relax. read more

Effie Yeaw Nature Center! What a spectacular place hidden in Carmichael CA. Its inside the Ancil Hoffman park with only a $5 car entrance fee only. The nature center has a lot of stuff for you to do. They have a few local rescued animals inside that you can see and they do take them outside and do some live showings. There is a few exhibits inside as well to see how local animals have lived and how they build stuff. They have a few huts and grinding rocks that they used many many years ago to survive in the area. The water back then would rise and go down depending on the time of year. You can buy shirts, books, flavored cricket pops and flavored dry crickets. Seriously i posted pics!! When you go out in the nature walk, be respectful dont litter, dont touch the flowers they have signs posted because it helps the wildlife on the preserve strive to live. And if you dont know what your touching be careful cause there is poison oak out there. Remember leaves of 3, let it be!!! On our beautiful day we had seen 3 hawks, 3 deers, a handul of turkeys both in the nature area and on the golf course located on your way through the park, also a tiny lizard, a coyote or fox, he was to fast to get a pic but he was beautiful. We heard a few wood peckers pecking away at the trees. The kids absolutely loved it. We packed a small cooler with water and few snacks and kept the trash with us to abide the rules. there is a lot of paths and signs that tell you all about the local trees, animals, and life going on around you. My favorite part was when we got down to the river, you could hear nature, the water rushing by as it went over the rocks, my wife and i could of sat there all day and just relaxed as nature passed us by. There were also a lot of tiny baby fish near the sides of the river bed. So if your up for some adventure, bring the kids and make a day of it, you wont be disappointed! And if you dont have kids, still wont be disappointed. Just a heads up, signs also say no bike riding, horses or dogs aloud in the nature center area, but you can have them in the ancil Hoffman park. Just incase you have any questions dont hesitate to call! Your only $5 away from an amazing learning, nature walking and relaxed day!! read more

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Sacramento has its own Hundred-Acre Wood! No bears, piglets, kangaroos or Tiggers though, but really could pass as bits of Pooh's world based on descriptions: Enchanting Place, A Nice Place for Picnics, An Area with Big Stones and Rocks, Owl's House, Rabbit's House, Thoughtful Spot. Just use your imagination. Had heard about this place from one of the local TV channels. A great place tucked away in Carmichael inside Ancill Hoffman Park. $5 parking, Nature Center opens at 9am, open until 4pm or 5pm depending on the season. The Center itself has a recreated Maidu Village with replica shelters and other structures, which are used in culture heritage programs for schoolkids. The landscaping and butterfly garden is also done with native plants/wildflowers. Inside the center, the American River Natural History Association run the Discovery Shop with apparel, books, games, jewelry and other gifts. There are also a bunch of resident animals. We were able to see the Saw-whet owl, Sophia, the Great Horned Owl, Echo, and the kestrel, Rocky that morning -- they also have two hawks, reptiles and amphibians if you like lizards and frogs. They also have taxidermied animals (turkey, beaver, otter, jays, toads, etc.) and a fun exhibit/interactive display where you can try on a pair of wings that demonstrates the wingspan of a California Condor! This would be a great place for kids to visit and learn about animals. Three self-guided trails (3/4 mile long) in the preserve area with awesome watchable wildlife opportunities. Trails are easy to walk, pedestrians only (no bikes). The trails are indicated by signage, either the Discovery Trail, Observation Trail, and Riverview History Trail as well as signs directing you back to the Center. Map can be found here: http://www.sacnaturecenter.com/images/Nature_trail_map_Effie_Yeaw.pdf. We saw deer drinking out of the pond and grazing (just mere FEET away from you!), including three young bucks! Squirrels and woodpeckers roam the trees, wild turkeys and waterfowl including ducks and egrets, and vultures overhead. There are also coyotes, snakes, and mountain lions to watch out for, and poison oak so keep kids close. When you reach the riverbanks, great views and relaxing sounds of the water passing by await you. Will definitely be back. read more

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We hiked this simple piece of peaceful land on New Years Eve 2016 with 4 adults and 8 kids ages ranging from 4-13 years old. Suffice to say we all enjoyed it, it was easy considering none of us are hard core hikers/physically fit. We didn't pay anything to get in. 5 stars for it being mostly flat with a few small ups and downs and big rocks to walk on. The grade here is nothing a 4 year can't handle too bad. There were some hills of rocks the kids really loved to climb on, King-of-the-Hill style. There's also a place where you can skip rocks in the fast moving lake. And if you look carefully along the trail you may see a rope that hangs from a tree where you can swing on like Tarzan. I suggest wearing layers because it gets warm quick. A good eye should be kept on kids, the water moves fast and rough due to all the recent storms. The undertow may sweep the littles away. 4 stars for the bathrooms being open and having toilet paper. 5 stars for the close proximity from parking lot to the hike and the bathrooms. 5 stars for that cool wooden structure in the middle of the grassy area. 5 stars because although there's lots of dogs and owners in the parking lot, I seen zero on the paths. Privacy is nice! I can see myself coming back here for nice picnics and more easy hikes when the rain eases and as it gets warmer. Especially to give the kids a good easy workout. This place is also great for photos. About 4 years ago we took professional family pix here. We spotted 1 homeless tent which made a good opportunity to have a "teaching moment" for the kids. read more

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Very nice! The nature center was a cool reprieve from the hot day. It had lots of information. Apparently, I'd just missed the kestrel, so I did a 3.6 mile hike and even walked out to the river. Beautiful day! I loved the informational signs along the hike and the "warning rattlesnake was seen here" signs. I looked for the snakes, but didn't see one. I did see lots of birds making beautiful noises, a few squirrels, bumblebees, and black and orange butterflies. I recommend this nature preserve! read more

Now I must start by admitting I'm impossibly biased here. I'm 35 years old, and I've had a couple of memories of this place from when I was a child, but I couldn't remember the name of this location or where the memories were from. Just two random memories of me holding a tarantula and playing some educational computer games. Imagine my surprise when my mom randomly suggests we visit the Effie Yeaw Nature Center. The second I walked into the center, I recognized the place from my child hood. Very nice to finally be able to itch that memory scratch. Aimed at children/families, the center is essentially a nature walk with a small building containing turtles, birds, snakes, and other fun little creatures. There is an educational room where kids can learn about practices of native American Indians, such as hunting techniques, how they tracked animals, building small huts, basket weaving, ect... Lots of little interactive games/puzzles to play that'll keep the kids entertained for a while. Some stuffed animals that are actually a little scary, very realistic. The staff said they change up the exhibit every couple of years. You can go for a walk down to the river and watch people on paddle boats and canoes go down the stream, or even throw rocks in the river, of which they are in abundance. They had a bunch of turkey's walking around the main path too when we were there. Great place to take your kids for an hour or two, highly recommend. I can tell you that the little kid in me who remembers this place absolutely loved it! read more

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Paradise next to the river We were watching rob on the road on TV and he went to the Effie Yee Yaw nature center we have never been there it is 8 miles from our home in Citrus Heights. Since moving to California from Long Island New York missed the places like Jones beach, mill pond and Seamen's neck park where you could drive to less than 10 miles from the house take a hike and get away from all the hustle and bustle. This place nestled along the American River filled that void. It has miles of trails a nature center and a golf course. Inside the nature center there was a few Birds of prey that have been injured that cannot be returned to the wild also some stuffed animals were there including a huge cougar. This place has no formal admission they request a two dollar donation. Upon entering the preserve we were greeted by wild turkeys must have been fifty birds. Went for a hike, down one of the trails to the river. Along the trails there were several guide posts. Telling of the various animals you might come across. One post that I paid particular attention too was the rattlesnake warning. It said stay on the trail of the trail there were snakes, we did. In conclusion what an empty place so near Sacramento what a great place to bring the family they also have picnic benches. read more

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We have been enjoying the puddles and trials for a couple years it's always interesting to find something new. It's a family event and solo adventure. read more

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The happiest place on Earth is not Disneyland...it is right here at Effie Yeaw Nature Center! Listen to the sounds of birds...Deer, Wild Turkeys, Ducks, trails of River walks under Oaks and so much more to share. Relax when you can get out alone or take your loved ones for an experience in Nature. You deserve the Peace and beauty to surround you. The sky above and the Earth under your feet is all there for you to enjoy some much needed 'relaxing' time...spend even just 20 minutes to walk on a trail and get away if you can. Feel the peace in the world you deserve it. Keep it clean when you bring in snacks...Be kind to nature and yourself. love, The Ladd Family. read more

I love this little area. The nature center itself is really great for kids. There's a few fun activities but it's quite small - I do encourage you to donate or to purchase some cute tchotchkes - They keep the doors open to the place! I recently went for a hike in the trail area behind the nature center - It must be the season for the deer to be out because we saw upwards of 25 of them. They're really docile and used to humans... So they won't necessarily run when they see you but refrain from startling them. Definitely don't try to pet them. The trails run alongside the river, so you can do some rock skipping and wading into the water. Be careful though, sometimes the current looks more harsh than it actually is. read more

I can't explain exactly why this place is so special to me...if you look at the simple facts this place doesn't excite the children as a trip to an amusement park or fancy vacation spot would. But it's a little bit of home. I grew up on 5 acres of land and had the privilege of growing up in the countryside where I spent hours on end in the outdoors. Particularly during the spring months when Northern California's native wild flowers come into bloom. Now that I live in the city, and so do my children, it is difficult to find or afford that kind of lifestyle. The nature walks around Effie Yeaw center allow me to share that with my kids and my daycare kids right here in the middle of the city. Effie Yeaw was a preschool/kindergarten teacher who had a vision for the future. She saw how urban sprawl was taking over the land, and fought to preserve this area for future generations to enjoy as she did with her students. What an amazing woman to have known. I wish I could've spoken to her in person. I would tell her thank you for being so proactive and how I much fun people have coming here. Effie Yeaw has a building that hosts animals that needed rescuing, a small gift shop, and a display room with information that is both interesting for adults and smaller children. However, the real fun is when you take a map and start exploring the trails. The main trail is easy to follow and takes you in a short circle. But there's some interesting side trails that take you outside of the main area. You will see and hear many animals along the way including birds, squirrels, wild turkey, and deer. I also immensely enjoy the events that they continually put on. Effie Yeaw has two or three naturalist on staff. They lead nature walks with cool information and activities. Check the calendar on their website before you go for the times. It's a much more fun trip when you schedule around these events. On a side note: parking is $5 for a daily pass. You may purchase this pass at the ranger station on your way into the county park- Ancil Hoffman (bring exact change to put in an envelope if ranger not there). Or you can park at the Effie Yeaw center and purchase a pass at the gift shop. $50 for a 12 month pass will give you unlimited parking passes to all County parks. Or if you plan on only really coming to this park, I recommend becoming a member for $40 and the proceeds go towards helping keep the park open. It also provides daily parking passes for free for a year and discounts on classes. read more

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We visited Effie Yeaw recently and were simply delighted. It is not fancy or glitzy---just down-to-earth and fun. As you enter the preserve there is a recreation of a Maidu summer village. You can imagine why the Maidu chose to live on this beautiful spot along the American river. There is a small nature center which houses a museum with several Hanson exhibit plus 3-4 rescue birds. The helpful docents and naturalist are happy to dispense information. There are nature trails which are great for families. Hard core hikers might find these trails too tame. During our short walk we saw deer, squirrels, egrets, ducks, wild turkeys, woodpeckers and more We visited on a perfect Spring day but a typical summer day might be too hot for us "delicate" (IE. wimpy ) Bay Area folks. Let my pix convince you. read more

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Gorgeous!!! Amazing!!! Completely worth it! Who knew that Sacramento housed such a beautiful gem. Parking is easy, $5 and you're good to go. The staff is greatly helpful, they offer tips and maps before you venture off into the beautiful little habitat of Effie Yeaw Nature center. I read another girl's review saying that she had never been on a hike before and she was looking on yelp for a place to go when she came across this place and ended up having a great time (Monica C). I am so glad she mentioned that because this is the perfect place for beginners. There are some easy trails that you can finish in less than 2 hours and the map will guide you through it. The trails are perfect for introducing children to nature because they are not long enough for them to get restless and there are plenty of creatures around for them to keep their minds busy. Speaking of creatures! We saw beautiful white birds, turkeys, and deer. It was so neat to be so up close and personal with he animals here! We also made our way to the river where we spend some time skipping rocks, beautiful scenery. Overall, I can't wait to come back! This place was awesome and I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a quick hike in a truly breathtaking setting. You'll forget you're surrounded by a big city for a minute and be rejuvenated by the fresh air. read more

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We bought our house to be near this park. The nature center is great. Run by volunteers with a variety of rescued animals.

I love this nature center. It's beautiful with nice trails to walk and lots of animals to observe. I always go on afternoon or evening walks with my honey and friends and we love just hanging out by the water. It's perfect for barbecuing with the family and hanging out. They have many areas for playing soccer, football, catch, laying out to get some sun. read more

This place has some great walking trails - if you come in the fall (and there are actually salmon) you can walk to the American River and watch them swim upstream. Lately though, the population has really diminished. Just five years ago, I walked to the river and could literally touch them and then last year...nothing. There are deer here and wild turkeys. I had a bad experience with a turkey chasing me throughout my old neighborhood (it got written up in the Sacramento Bee) so I try to avoid them. You can avoid the $5 parking fee. Just grab your map and wind your way to the back area of the park. I would much rather give the parking fee donation to the center itself. You need to park off of Palm and walk down a road. Read Renee C's review. Currently the main area of the center is closed until August 22nd when a new exhibit will be installed. Can't wait! I'm unemployed and have lots o' time to check it out! (I hope that I at least have an interview by then...) read more

The Effie Yeaw Nature Center is a 77 acre nature preserve located along the American River. Numerous trails cross the area and a small, but lovely, center on the property is home to a handful of rescued animals and a few nature features. The trails offer a nice amount of hiking while still being an easy and casual walk. The center is pretty small, but that's not surprising seeing as it survives on donations. read more

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Having moved here from the redwood coast I was going stir crazy. Being used to stepping outside into the redwoods or taking a short drive to the beach, Sacramento left me feeling caged in and desperate for fresh air. Luckily I found Effie Yeaw. Located inside Ancil Hoffman Park (parking $5, but Effie Yeaw is free and no one says you HAVE to park there), the center itself is small, but has some good educational stations for adults and kids alike. There are some small animals to view inside (shh... don't wake the owl) as well as some books and other little gift shop items. Outside there are some exhibits and a tiny butterfly garden. There are also quite a few trails that make for a great nature walk. Some of them even lead down to the river. If you are lucky you can spot deer, rabbits, turkeys, woodpeckers, and many other creatures. One of my favorite things to do is find a nice little bench to sit and just listen. With the sound of the birds and the wind in the trees it is easy to forget the urban sprawl just outside the park boundaries. "Take only memories, leave only footprints." read more

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Nice accessible trails. It seems fairly used. Not super crowded but people around. The center has some great stuff to check out.

Great trail! There were lots of deer that were super chill, wild turkeys and plenty of different birds. It did bum me out a bit to see people's thrown out cigarette butts but that's not the trails fault and we picked them up as we went along. People, be less terrible please! read more

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His place is great. I've lived in Sacramento almost my whole life, golfed several times at Ancil Hoffman, yet still have never heard of this place. We were looking for a new activity for our 3 and 1 year old and I stumbled across this place in the Sactown Magazine. Going on a nature hike in 100 degree weather is a bit crazy, and it must have kept everyone away. We walked in to the nature center and were the only ones there initially. The staff was extremely friendly and even went to the back and brought out a snake for my son to touch. They told us all about the owls, and then we wondered around the small exhibit space for 10 minutes. We asked the staff about going down to the river, and they pointed out the best way to go. We found a great spot where the water was calm and the kids played for about an hour as we watched the rafters go by. It was hot, but the river was a great relief. I hope this place continues to raise money and make a name for itself as I can see us going back on a regular basis. read more

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Located in Ancil Hoffman Park. $5 for parking. You can avoid this by parking outside of the park and walking in. Inside the Nature Center, you can go in and learn about the preserve. They have some animals that live there and lots of educational pieces. Maps are also available and it shows the three trails and where benches are located. You won't find port-o-potties along the trails. There are restrooms in the Nature Center. No dogs or bikes allowed in the preserve. But, dogs and bikes are allowed in and around the rest of the park. The trails are easy with some educational bits along the way. I would read some and sometimes there would be a photo to go with the blurb and I didn't see what it was pointing out.. Which makes me look forward to coming back during another season where it's probably more apparent then. I had a great time nonetheless. I'm afraid of hiking new places and getting lost on a trail but you definitely wouldn't have that problem here. It's easy and enjoyable.. not even really a hike.. it's like a stroll through nature. Check out their calendar for upcoming events.. And donate if you appreciate the preserve's existence.. read more

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Effie Yeaw is one of the best places to be outdoors in the Sacramento area, especially if you have kids. You can get there by driving into Ancil Hoffman park, which requires a fee, or you can go in the back way and park on the street for free then walk in. To take the back way drive Fair Oaks to Palm, turn East on Palm, and follow it when it dog leg's left, then right, and park around where it meets Park Road. Walk in on Park, which is closed to traffic. Walking in takes about 5 minutes. The Indian village and nature center is really fun for the little ones. There are animals the ranger staff are nursing back to health from various injuries like being squashed by cars or caught in traps. There are great interactive nature displays. There's also a great birthday party and school visitation program offered. My favorite part of the park are the trails which leave from the nature center. Some lead into the brush or to the river, some wander aimlessly, but all are pretty. Most times we see wild turkeys, deer, rabbits and lots of bugs. The pond has an otter or some kind of critter. I thought it was an urban myth until I saw it myself and got so excited I jumped up and knocked my daughter off my lap. The dirt paths are well maintained and not difficult, so the kids can keep up. The park is not so big that you can get lost for very long. The American River is beautiful and the access rocky so the kids can enjoy chucking rocks but there's not really a sandy beach to camp out on. You may want to bring sunscreen, water and snacks. Places like Effie Yaw make me love Sacramento. Prefect place for an easy hike. read more

Great place for a family day out. Very informative nature center and had some wildlife to view. Trails are pretty easy and great way to experience nature. Can walk down to the river too. Would recommend for families. read more

This park/recreation center/area is absolutely beautiful. You wouldn't much think that in the middle of suburbia there would be such as escape. On a more solemn note, we held memorial services here for a dear friend. The nature center was equip with a kitchen and common areas to hold services. I remember also coming here in the 4th grade, there were plenty of things to see and do in terms of staff holding a field trip event for kids to see some Native American culture and nature. Truly beautiful even to go for a run, a bike or make a day out of being one with nature. As their signs state: Take only memories, leave only footprints :) read more

This is a great place to take the kids on a bright, sunny day, especially on a weekday during their school breaks like right now (spring break). The trails are ~1 mile each and there's a good amount of wildlife to see. I took my niece and nephews (they're age 8 and under) and they enjoyed reading all the informational placards and seeing all the animals and identifying the different plants (on said placards). Plus, all it costs is a $5 parking fee per car. Pro tip: bring a pen/pencil and exact change as it is self-service pay. You put your $5 in an envelope they have at a little unmanned station, fill in your car's info, tear off the stub, place the envelope into the little mailbox, and put the stub on your dash as proof of payment. There's a parking lot that's connected to the pay station but if it's not a busy day, drive down and follow signs to the nature center to park closer to the actual reserve. read more

Effie Yeaw is one of my favorite places to visit. I don't come here often because it takes me at least 30 mins to drive here, but when I do, I always enjoy it. I've come to Effie Yeaw at all times of the year. In winter, you can walk by herds of deer or see wild turkeys strutting their stuff. In summer, I highly recommend bringing children to the river and have them look for crawdads under the rocks. It takes them forever to find the crawdads so you can sit on the bank and relax. Just don't let the tykes get swept downstream! In the spring, the trees are blooming and everything is fresh and lush. Fawns are roaming and prancing around their mothers and the male turkeys are trying to court the females. That is one crazy experience to see! The males flap their wings to make this percussive sound and they chase each other off so that the female picks them. It's awesome! The center is really fun, if just for the animals in the entrance area. I got to watch the now deceased opossum daintily eat her dinner with more manners than most people have. The owls are really cool, as are the snakes, and whatever other critters they have on display. Best part, Effie Yeaw, besides the front entrance fee, is free! Although, given the current economy, they need money badly. So go visit and donate a couple bucks to a wonderful nature preserve! read more

This place is great. Who would have expected such a slice of nature in the middle of Fair Oaks? There are numerous short trails - many leading near the American River. We saw lots of deer, turkeys, woodpeckers, songbirds, waterfowl and even a coyote. All that in about 30 minutes! Great place for bird-watching. They also had a nice little book-store/museum with a few live animals and a good selection of local field guides and nature-themed books. The only detracting feature (oddly enough) is the popularity of this place - not my first choice for a solitary stroll. Oh & entry into Ancil Hoffman Park is $5. read more

I loved this place. I cannot believe that I did not even know it existed since I have been in the Sacramento area my whole life. I decided to check it out with my 18 month old son. We walked through the center which had a few rescue snakes, birds, and some critters that were out for show somewhere. One part of the building is made up of informational displays about wildlife/habitat in the area. After we checked out the center I figured I could still get another 20-30 minutes out of my son so we started along one of the many trails. We came across a group of about 10 deer which was very exciting for him...who am I kidding...for me. We also saw a couple huge wild turkeys, squirrels, birds, and half a dozen vultures overhead. We made it to the trail that leads down to the river but we didn't walk down...next trip. It was a little confusing trying to get to this part of the park because my nav didn't know the surrounding streets don't go through. It is right next to the Ancil Hoffman Golf Course. The entire park is very beautiful with a lot of trees. Perfect spot for taking pictures. read more

This place is great!! Flat , paved trails that lead down to the rivers edge. .very nice and serene. We got to see many different colored butterflies and dragonfly species I've never seen before!! The two deer were a definite bonus! Great for kids to. .cant get lost. I can't wait to go back! Great local hike! #nodogs #nohorses #nolandmines read more

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Ah Effie Yeaw! I was reminded of all the great memories I have of taking my kids here when they were younger after reading another users review. This used to be a place I took my kids every year or so. Being raised in the country, I saw wildlife all the time growing up. With my kids being raised in the city they do not get to experience that much at all, so having a little oasis in the middle of the city where you can escape the sounds of traffic and all the stuff that comes along with living in the city is such a nice treat. You and your kids will learn so much as well about our region and its history, especially its native inhabitants. In addition its a nice short walk down to the river. This place should be a must for families of all ages. I have decided that my family and I are going to visit Effie Yeaw soon, it has been to long. read more

Really nice nature walk, relatively flat and great for young children. Nice butterflies! Afterwards, head to boulevard coffee for some java! read more

This place is amazing! Come early in the morning or at dusk to see the most animals. There are deer, fox, birds of all kinds, rattlesnakes, etc. Yes, there are rattlesnakes so keep your eyes open and stay on the trails! The museum is small but cute. Few souvenirs and smaller animals in the entry way. Exhibits in back are simple but informative. As previous reviewers have mentioned, to save $5, you can park at the corner of Park/San Lorenzo. From there, walk down San Lorenzo to the end through the gates and the Nature Center parking lot will be on your left. Bottom line: Yes, I come here for my kids but we ALL love it and have a great time! read more

Well yea this place is awesome! What's not to like - hiking along the river, wild animals roaming around, peaceful and fun! I like to bring the kids at dusk when the wild animals are most active. Bring the binoculars and they go nuts! There is a small nature center that offers some fun stuff for the kids but the attraction is the outside. You can park outside of Ancil Hoffman (Tarshes) and walk into Effie Yeaw or just pay the $5. I consider it a donation to a park that I want to keep in my backyard. read more