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Shipley Nature Center

17829 Goldenwest Street, south of Slater Avenue, Huntington Central Park, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
714-842-4772
Paths meander throughout the centers 18 acres.
Ranked #11 of 22 attractions in Huntington Beach
3.5 of 5 stars 3 Reviews
demonstration garden redwoods oaks Paths meander throughout the centers 18 acres.
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“Not worth the Time”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

Wife and I visited on a recent trip to the beach. The nature center itself needs to be kept up better. We saw absolutely no birds or other animals. Not much to offer other than a walk through trees and poorly kept trails. More

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“Back in Time to Native SoCal”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 19, 2008
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This nature center is hidden inside of Huntington Central Park. If you grew up in Orange County, you might feel like you stepped back in time. There is a walkway beneath the huge oak trees where you can sit and listen to the birds. There was an open meadow and huge redwod trees. There was no charge to park. There... More

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The OC
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Coyotes and Rabbits and Redwoods- oh my!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2008
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The Shipley Nature Center is a wonderful experience for young and older folks alike. The beautiful plants and trees serve as the perfect back drop to this California Native plant show place. The small museum and educational information is not to be missed. A sure fire winner in the heart of HB. More

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17829 Goldenwest Street, south of Slater Avenue Huntington Central Park
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
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