Shipley Nature Center

Huntington Beach, California, United States

#10048371
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***This location is within the Secondary Studio Zone.*** In the heart of Central Park is Shipley Nature Center - an 18-acre fenced natural area within Huntington Beach. The Nature Center includes 4,000 feet of trails that meander through several habitats, including oak woodlands, Torrey pines, meadows, and Blackbird Pond, a natural freshwater wetland with mature willows and sycamores. Shipley also has a tamed area including a 1,500 sq. ft. Interpretive Building with exhibits on local wildlife and ecology. Stepping into Shipley takes you off of the beach and into the woods.

Site Condition

4,000 ft of trails, small wooden seated demonstration ampitheater, potting shed and nursery.

General Notes

submitted by: Briton Saxton updated 3.28.2012 lm / updated 7.26.12 js / Emailed for updates 8/9/23 JJ

AUDITORIUMS / THEATERS - Amphitheaters / Pavilions GARDENS - Arboretum / Botanical NATURAL LANDSCAPES / PARKS - City Parks / Community Parks / Private Parks NATURAL LANDSCAPES / PARKS - Forests / Woodlands WATER & COASTAL AREAS - Lakes / Dams / Reservoirs
County
Orange
Region
*Southern
Within 30-Mile Studio Zone
Yes
State Property
No
Closed/Vacant
No
Building Materials
Wood
Verified
8/3/2026
Location

17851 Goldenwest Street
Huntington Beach, California, 92647, United States

Vukoje, Milan
Senior Supervisor, Specific Events / Community & Library Services Department
(714) 536-5294