Creepy Creatures 2025 at the Nature Center

Neal Taylor Nature Center at Cachuma Lake

Fall under the spell of owls, bats, & spiders. See living slithering snakes and lizards. Creepy Creatures! Touch real skulls & bones that will rattle your bones. Gather around for spooky storytime. Make a mask. Sip Witches Brew. Enchanting music too!

Cachuma Lake ghost tour: 7:30 PM

More information TBA

This event will take place on the lawn in front of the Neal Taylor Nature Center.

For additional information contact the Nature Center at 805-693-0691

Admission: Donation

Reservations are not needed. 

(There is a $10 per vehicle County Park Entrance Fee)

About The Neal Taylor Nature Center at Cachuma Lake

The Neal Taylor Nature Center (NTNC) is located within Cachuma Recreational Area in a picturesque old ranch house. Developed and operated by a corps of committed volunteers, it offers exhibits on the local valley and mountain environment for all ages, emphasizing hands-on exhibits for children of all ages.

The mission of the Neal Taylor Nature Center at Cachuma Lake is to encourage public understanding, enjoyment, and protection of Cachuma Lake, the Upper Santa Ynez River, and the San Rafael Mountain Range Watershed. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that runs completely on donations and grants.

Nature Center & Gift Store Hours

Thursday through Saturday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sunday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Native Plant Garden Open 24/7

Admission: Donation

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