Bear Branch Nature Center

Bear Branch Nature Center is located in the rolling hills of northern Carroll County, next to Hashawha Environmental Center. Bear Branch Nature Center provides nature study and environmental education to all visitors. Programs for school groups, youth groups, and for all ages focus on native plant and animal life.

The Nature Center features a Library Resource Room, Bird Observation Room, Discovery Room, Exhibit Hall with insects, deer, Native Americans, and conservation exhibits, a 40-seat planetarium, and a Nature Gift Shop. Outside the Center you can enjoy the native plant landscaping, the "Bear Path"--a wheelchair accessible trail, and a large deck overlooking country vista.

Where and When

Bear Branch Nature Center

300 John Owings Road Westminster, MD  21158
Year Round

wheelchair accessible