Stokes Nature Center

Discover a piece of natural history or take in the beauty of the surrounding area at Stokes Nature Center. You can make friends with live reptiles and amphibians, learn amazing things about rocks and fossils, and enjoy the native plants and animals along the Logan River. You are never too old or too young to explore nature.
2696 East U.S.Hwy. 89, 1 mile up Logan Canyon
(435) 755-3239
Call for days and hours of operation.

April through October: Wed- Sat, 10:00am to 4:00pm

November through March: Wed- Fri, 10:00am to 4:00pm

Stokes Nature Center strives to have the interpretive center open to the public during all of our regular hours of operation.  However, school and community programs sometimes take our small staff offsite for programs.  Calling ahead can help ensure you are greeted by a staff member or docent during your visit.

Call the center at 435-755-3239

Parking & Trail Access

Access to Stokes Nature Center is located approximately 1 mile into Logan Canyon when accessed from Logan along US Hwy 89.  Parking is available on the north side of Hwy 89 by the wooden Cache National Forest sign, or just east of this area along the south side of Hwy 89.  There are a limited number of parking spots directly at the entrance to the River Trail, adjacent to the metal gate.  Vehicles should not block the gated entrance, which is for staff and handicap visitor access.

The River Trail is a popular recreational trailway enjoyed by numerous hikers, mountain bikers, families and pet owners.  Winter months see regular use by cross-country skiers and snow bikes.  The 1/3 mile stretch of trail between the highway access and the Stokes Interpretive Center is a narrow one-way track with frequent pedestrian encounters.  We ask that vehicle access is restricted to SNC staff and visitors needing handicap accessibility.  The trail can become heavily sheeted with ice during winter months, making vehicle access unsafe.  If you have questions about accessing the interpretive center, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Schedule a Group Visit

 Large family groups, Girl or Boy Scout troupes, youth organizations or other large groups are encouraged to schedule a free visit and tour of the interpretive center with one of our environmental education staff members.  We will be happy to show you around the center, introduce you to our native critters, and tell you a little about the flora and fauna of Logan Canyon.

Call us in advance to ensure a knowledgeable staff member is ready to greet you and make your visit a memorable one.  Contact us at 435-755-3239 or nature[at]logannature.org.