Explore the Wonders of Nature at Los Alamos Nature Center

Getting There

• Car

  From the Jemez Mountains, take NM-4 E towards Los Alamos. Continue on NM-4 for approximately 27 miles until you reach the junction with NM-502. Take NM-502 E towards Los Alamos. After about 8 miles, follow the signs to Los Alamos. Once in town, turn right onto Canyon Rd. The Los Alamos Nature Center will be on your left at 2600 Canyon Rd. There is parking available on-site.

• Public Transportation

  If you are using public transportation, start by taking the New Mexico Park and Ride bus service from various locations in the Jemez Mountains to Los Alamos. Check the schedule for the nearest stop and the timing of the service. Once you arrive at the Los Alamos bus terminal, you can either walk (approximately 1.5 miles) or use a local taxi service to reach the Nature Center at 2600 Canyon Rd. Walking directions: Head east on Central Ave, then turn left onto Canyon Rd. The Nature Center will be on your left.

• Bicycle

  For those looking to cycle, you can take NM-4 E from Jemez Mountains, which has bike lanes in some sections. Ride carefully on NM-4 for about 27 miles, then turn right onto NM-502 E. Follow this for 8 miles until you reach Los Alamos. Once in town, turn right onto Canyon Rd. The Nature Center will be on your left at 2600 Canyon Rd. Ensure you have a helmet and adhere to traffic rules for safety.