Visit Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital

Experience Nature Up Close

Escape into nature and discover one of South Florida’s hidden gems.

 

What You’ll Discover

The Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital is home to native wildlife, educational experiences, and peaceful natural surroundings that inspire visitors of all ages to connect with the environment.

During your visit, you can explore:

  • Wildlife habitats and non-releasable animal residents
  • Bird sanctuary and aviary
  • Native Florida plants and gardens
  • Educational exhibits and learning experiences
  • Peaceful walking areas surrounded by nature

Every visit helps support the care of injured, orphaned, and rehabilitating wildlife.

Perfect for Families, Nature Lovers & Kids

Whether you’re looking for a fun family outing, a peaceful nature experience, or an educational visit for children, SNC offers something meaningful for everyone.

Visitors love:

  • Seeing native Florida wildlife up close
  • Learning about conservation and rehabilitation
  • Exploring the grounds and exhibits
  • Experiencing a quiet escape from city life

Support Wildlife During Your Visit

Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital is a nonprofit organization and does not receive city or state operating funding.

Your admission, donations, memberships, and community support help provide:

Impact Examples

Group Visits & Field Trips

Sawgrass Nature Center welcomes group visits, school field trips, scouts, camps, and other organized groups.

Visiting SNC is a great way to provide students and participants with hands-on learning focused on wildlife, habitats, and environmental stewardship.
To schedule a group visit or learn more about educational opportunities, please contact us in advance by phone 954-752-9453  or email Education@SawgrassNatureCenter.org

Support Wildlife with Every Visit

When you visit Sawgrass Nature Center, you are doing more than enjoying a day with nature — you are helping support wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, and environmental education in our community.

As a nonprofit organization, we rely on admissions, donations, memberships, sponsorships, and community support to continue caring for injured and orphaned wildlife and inspiring the next generation of conservationists.

Every visit makes a difference. 

Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital Hours

The Nature Center is open later than the Wildlife Hospital. Once the hospital is closed, animal intakes are NOT accepted until the following business day.                If you have found an injured animal, please call us at 954-752-9453 during business hours.

Please note: We do not monitor voicemail outside of business hours.

Nature Center Hours

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Closed

9am – 5pm

9am – 5pm

9am – 5pm

9am – 5pm

10am – 3pm

10am – 3pm

Wildlife Hospital Intake Hours

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Closed

9:30am – 4pm

9:30am – 4pm

9:30am – 4pm

9:30am – 4pm

10am – 2pm

10am – 2pm

Admission Prices

Adults: $5

Children (ages 5+): $3

Children (under 5): Free

Military Families: Free

Special Events Notice: Regular admission rates do not apply during special events (including Orchid Fest and Spring into Spring). Event-specific pricing will be posted separately.