STOUGH CANYON NATURE CENTER
Stough Canyon Nature Center | 2300 Walnut Avenue | 818.238.5440 | www.BurbankCA.gov/NatureCenter The Stough Canyon Nature Center, nestled in the Verdugo Mountains, features an exhibit hall with educational displays, a small library, a classroom, and an outdoor ampitheatre. Hiking trails start from Stough Canyon Nature Center. Free maps and information on trails and local habitats are available.
HIKES & ACTIVITIES Activities are 1 to 1½ hours. Hike length and difficulty will vary. Hikers should bring water and wear appropriate clothes and shoes. Meet at the Stough Canyon Nature Center unless otherwise noted. Adults are required to accompany children under 12 years of age. Strollers are not recommended for hikes. Rain cancels hikes. All hikes are subject to change. Please check: www.BurbankParks.com (under the Stough Canyon Nature Center tab) for future updates.
STOUGH CANYON AND WILDWOOD CANYON HIKING TRAILS The Verdugo Mountainway is an extensive trail system which extends from the Sun Valley area, south to Brand Park in Glendale, and northeast to Tujunga and La Crescenta. Please adhere to posted signage and follow safety guidelines. Trails are open from sunrise to sunset. Parking lots close by 10pm nightly.
Family Hikes Returning September 2022 Come out with family and friends for a short hike and fun activity! Wild Creatures Walk Last Sunday of the month at 11:30am Learn about the wild animals in our area. Moonlight Hikes Enjoy a short staff-led hike to “The View”! Dates available online.
YOUTH AND ADULT DOCENT TRAINING Learn about the Stough Canyon Nature Center, the flora and local wildlife. Assist in special events, trail clean ups, educational programs, and monthly hikes. Youth Docents: Students in middle or high school under the age of 18. Adult Docents: Adults 18 and over. Please call or email the Stough Canyon Nature Center at NatureCenter@BurbankCA.gov, if interested in docent programs!
Stough Canyon Trail–2300 Walnut Avenue Parking lot adjacent to trail head. Restrooms are available adjacent to the Nature Center. Wildwood Canyon Trail–1701 Wildwood Canyon Road Parking lot adjacent to trail head. No parking at entrance gates or on Harvard Road. Portable restrooms available. www.BurbankCA.gov/Hiking Check out our classes being offered this fall! Nature Tots (pg33) | Nature Apprentice (pg36) Nature Art (pg50)
CLASS For REGISTRATION hours, information, and updatesINFORMATION check out our Instagram @Burbank_NatureCenter or www.BurbankCA.gov/NatureCenter
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