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“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.”

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Located in a historic ranch house behind the Cachuma Lake Store in Cachuma Lake Recreation Area, we offer engaging exhibits, native garden, gift shop, seasonal events and more!

Nature Center Hours

Thursday – Saturday

10am-4pm

Sunday

10am-2pm

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Our Story

Since 1988, the Neal Taylor Nature Center at Cachuma Lake has been connecting kids and adults to discovering wonders of their own backyard—Cachuma Lake and the Santa Ynez watershed.

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Rufous Humingbird (Selasphorus rufus)