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Nisqually Reach Nature Center

Tourist attraction β€’ Museum β€’ Non profit organization β€’ Aquarium

πŸ‘πŸ‘ There's so much to learn about all the different animals. You can learn so much about the sea creatures and birds. They even have binoculars and a telescope to look at the far away animals on the beach. People often mention beautiful, area,


Address

4949 D Milluhr Rd NE, Olympia, WA 98516, United States

Website

www.nisquallyestuary.org

Contact

+1 360-459-0387

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (137 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: 12 to 4β€―pm
  • Monday: (Washington's Birthday), Closed, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: 12 to 4β€―pm

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  • 5/5 Brandi Murray (. 10 months ago on Google β€’ 70 reviews
    Love to stop in on the weekend and check this place out. Such beautiful views and fun stuff to see! Last time we visited 2 eagles were eating fish while the tide was out!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Joanne N. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 15 reviews
    I just love it here we come here almost every day
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Cassandra H. 2 years ago on Google
    SO beautiful! I can't believe that I hadn't been before!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Lindsay E. 1 year ago on Google
    Enjoyed the views from inside and the viewing deck. With the available binoculars we were able to see the nearby bald eagles closer up.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Myriah C. 3 years ago on Google
    My stomping grounds. You can find me here soaking up the sun and salty air. β˜€οΈ
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Keegan B. 2 years ago on Google
    Has a nice view, although the area is mostly used for the nearby boat launch. The center also frequently hosts nature-related community activities and opportunities for volunteer work.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Josh C. 1 year ago on Google
    So welcoming and informative. You’ll learn a lot in a small amount of time. A hidden gem!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Cody W. 1 year ago on Google
    I only ever drive here on my lunch break occasionally, to sit and watch the water. If you fish or enjoy boating, canoeing, or kayaking, this is an excellent spot to put your boat in the water.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Steven W. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful place to walk and look for wildlife.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Prasanna N. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to learn about marine research and geography of south sound arra.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Isadora T. 9 months ago on Google
    There's so much to learn about all the different animals. You can learn so much about the sea creatures and birds. They even have binoculars and a telescope to look at the far away animals on the beach.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Wanderlust S. 1 year ago on Google
    It's a beautiful view there. Quiet except for the birds but hearing herons is never a bad thing. Never checked out the actual nature center though. Always parked and walked down to the beach
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Christina 6 months ago on Google β€’ 145 reviews
    Great experience! First time checking out the center. Super knowledgeable and helpful staff. Learned a lot about the area and wildlife. Definitely worth stopping by and checking out.

  • 4/5 alfred m. 8 months ago on Google β€’ 104 reviews
    Excellent collection of antique exhibits, some around 100 years old. Mostly stuffed animals though, so be aware. The maps and information available is top notch, as was my conversation with the staff member there. He was very knowledgeable and shared some great interesting information about the area, including the history of the location itself.

  • 5/5 Paco G. 6 months ago on Google β€’ 69 reviews
    Have driven by this area for years, on the way to the ocean, always wanted to kayak it and finally did!!!

  • 5/5 Beth W. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 47 reviews
    Good place for birds and people. I like to walk there about once a month. If you can time a walk for high tide, you'll see more fish, seals, and sea lions. Strollers ok and the part of the walk that is wooded is wheelchair accessible. No bathrooms out on trail so make your kids go before.

  • 5/5 Julian S. 8 months ago on Google β€’ 30 reviews
    Worth the short drive! It had a picnic area at the back of the building where you could watch the boats go by. The center itself had lots of fun animals to say hi to.

  • 4/5 Stacy 10 months ago on Google
    Hey beautiful long walk across the nisqually..

  • 5/5 Robert A. 10 months ago on Google
    Staffed by a knowledge, polite fellow that seems to enjoy interacting with visitors. A beautiful setting .

  • 5/5 Crystal β€œPrincess” T. 1 year ago on Google
    Had fun because I was hanging out with the girl I'm in love with, Emily h

  • 5/5 Jeremy K. 10 months ago on Google
    I cannot say enough about this place. The comfort and beauty is unreal.

  • 4/5 Rob T. 1 year ago on Google
    Great view, peaceful setting.

  • 4/5 Frank F. 1 year ago on Google
    So many young & older eagles in a nice area.

  • 5/5 Tyrone H. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to go and take in a sunrise and just enjoy the beautiful Southsound

  • 5/5 Heidi H. 6 months ago on Google β€’ 10 reviews
    Beautiful place to enjoy the water! They have some salt water tanks, birds and bones on display, and it's free.


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