Get Your Nature On

127-Acre Nature Center on the Chattahoochee River

Our mission is to connect people with nature.

Explore metro Atlanta’s nature destination. Enjoy trails, exhibits, programs and events on 127 acres of forest, wetland, and river habitat.

An experience unlike any other Atlanta attraction.

WE ARE OPEN! You must pre-purchase a ticket for admission. Click here for information.

<< Supporting CNC Supports Our Community >>

Fresh Produce for Food Bank

Just over 1.5 tons of produce has been donated to North Fulton Community Charities for 2020, all harvested from the Unity Garden. Work in the garden continues and harvesting happens weekly with limited staff. Donate to keep the garden strong.

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Resident Wildlife

CNC is open on a limited basis, and our staff is still tending to our resident wildlife. Some resident animals can be seen on the Wildlife Walk. Did you know it costs over $15,000 per year to feed all the animals onsite? Click here to ensure they don’t go hungry.

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<< Upcoming Events >>

Canoeing at CNC

CNC canoe guides launch the 2020 canoe season. Take a relaxing trip down the Chattahoochee River on a guided canoe trip, date night trip, and family canoe day on Beaver Pond. Register today! Limited spaces.

Book your canoe trip - Limited Spaces

Butterfly Encounter Open Daily

The year’s most popular exhibit is back for its 7th summer. Get up close and personal with hundreds of native butterflies surrounded by colorful nectar plants. Open Daily until 4:30 PM until August 2

Plan your Butterfly Encounter Visit