Cute little center. A good amount of animals. Definitely worth the free admission. My 2-year-old loved seeing the animals, playing in the little education center, and then throwing rocks in the little creek. Theyre are a few little trails and picnic tables. A great places to spend an hour or two.

Lively and Intimidating. Strolling through area to visit wildlife up close and personal. While visiting, pre-pandemiic, a vulture soar downwards scaring wigins out of him. Made my day . Today, I was honored to have my favorite birds of prey stop by for a rest break

I didnt know Sulphur Creek Nature Center existed until my daughters girl scout troop planned an event there. We had a great time, learning about different kinds of animals, and getting to meet a few. Then we went on a little trail walk and saw wild turkey vultures. What a great little hidden gem!

Excellent place to bring young children! Ive done both birthday parties and field trips here and never been disappointed. Covered areas are great for picnics and for a nominal fee...you can take a pet home for a week! A real nature center for learning... This place is truly a hidden neighborhood gem!!

My 2 year old participated in a toddler time activity and she had so much fun. It was extremely informative and the staff member was great with the kids! I highly recommend it.

My 7 year old loved it! Well be going back (with donations) for sure. Helpful and informative staff. Might be harder to access on public transit but not impossible.

Beautiful place. They have a great variety of birds and reptiles. As well as a coyote and some foxes.The place itself is beautiful, a small oasis of nature.The staff is beyond amazing, everyone was extremely helpful and friendly and went above and beyond for us to have an exceptional visit. We will most definitely come back soon.

Excellent for kids and adults. All rescued animals. My kids loved the reptile house. Even on hot days its good because there is lots of shade.

My son and I love to go here! Its nice and quiet, never crowded (for me at least, not saying that they wont be crowded at some point), free, and they care about animals! What else could you ask for? Its not a huge place, but that isnt a bad thing. You can tell that the animals that are there are taken care of, and that is a good thing we will definitely be back!

Ive been coming here since I was a child, and it is still as wonderful as ever! So glad this place exists!!

Our family loves Sulfer Creek. Their programs are excellent. Weve been to many birthday parties here. Such a jewel. Were so lucky to have this close to home. I wish I had this growing up.Incredible education in the sciences.

Great place. We rented a picnic area for my son’s birthday. Reserving was a simple phone call and easy to do. The area is nice, the outdoors is great. Lots of animals to see, and the staff is outstanding. We are certainly coming back to this place.

Good place to visit. Sulphur creek nature centre. Wild animal rescue.

Nice. Got to watch them feed.

Seeing all the animals that have been cared for was wonderful

I took a class here! It was about backyard wildlife and I loved it! All the animals here are unable to be returned to the wild, so theyre all a little different, I loved them! Its in such a strange location though, its in a very random residential area.

My daughter loves it here. Birds and reptiles and toddler Time where we get to pet animals. Great programs.

Very cool opportunity to see raptors and reptiles close up. Worth visiting. Almost entirely in the shade for those hot days, too.

Neat littke nature center hidden in the hills of Hayward

This place is little known secret in the east bay. The place is very interesting and clean. I would say it is good for 2-5 year olds.

Small, old, and could use some work. However, it was fun to visit and show my children local animals. They are providing a great service and the discovery center was very nice.The nature trail was very steep and we were not able to use our jogging stroller on it.Two birthday parties were being held here and looked like the children would have fun.

Just a wonderful place doing good work to help sick and injured wild animals, also a living learning and nature center, with a lot of well taken care of animals. They took in a bird I rescued though I technical wasnt from region they cover and took great care of it . If your from east of the ridge I recommend calling ahead to see if its your zone. Also the give you a number to call and another for reference so you can keep track of the patient you brought in.. thought that was very nice of them to provide updates if you chose to stay informed

Really nice..small place. Great n nice people

Great place for kids ... Good number of animals ... Has books and puzzles too ... Great place to hang out!

Wonderful (and free) educational experience for kids and adults!

Delightful H.A.R.D. community based nature center. Christine expertly gave the animal presentation for my nieces birthday event, showing and allowing us to pet two types of turtles, a rabbit, and chinchilla. All 18 pre-teens were entralled! Highly recommend. Hayward residents enjoy a discount for the special event fee.

If you are coming up by bus and walk. Its not worth of it. There are few snakes, owl, bird, roosters,etc. Not much interesting. Very small park. You have to climb up and down to get into the park. Its better to come in car

Amazing outing for our Cub Scout Bear den. Lots of up close animal experiences and tons of knowledge and fun for the Scouts.

A pleasant experience.I arrived around 9 am on a Saturday, and there were just a few people looking around and at the different species being rehabilitated, there was a volunteer supplying water to the animals and while she was doing this, she gave information about the every day operations, it was very instructional.It a good place to bring kids to learn and appreciate nature.

Fun for the whole family and live native animals and it FREE. just like a small zoo

We went there again for their annual Flight to Freedom benefit event. It was a success as usual with the release of the rehabilitated Owl at the end of the evening.The Buffalo Bills Brewery stand (one of the sponsors? of the evenings program) showed up late with some 6 packs of pumpkin and orange flavored beer? Geezz!!!Sorry to say that the Food vendor going downhill too... Tiny desert/appetizer plates for dinner!Go to dinner before the event next year! Or, bring your own picnic basket?Enjoy the animals, the program and the auction for the evening.

Great staff, beautiful animals, beautiful environment. Highly recommended!+

It was great the staff was friendly the animals are beautiful and in a beautiful environments and its very educational I love this place

Free small nature rehabilitation center with coyotes, foxes, hawks, falcons, owls, reptiles, and a golden eagle. Looks rather rundown with limited park assistance.

It is very good place for families or friends. Beautiful environment and have BBQ places for people. I will go again! Highly recommended!

They take in wild animals in need of care and offering youth-oriented educational programs and volunteer opportunities. You can visit for free, parking onsite.

There are a few large zoos in Bay area, but this might be a good alternative. Its small (and free!) but it provides a better emotional connection. There are stories behind the animals. Also, its less crowded and less distraction. Great nature center!

Nice, free, small center for kids to explore. The Great Horned Owl was fascinating. Try going left and right and watch it follow you with its huge, serious eyes :) That was our favorite part.

Its beautiful very educational and animals are very well taken care of and a very natural environment

Great nature center. Free to walk trail and visit the many animals. My kids loved it!

Great place for kids to enjoy nature and learn about conservation.

I took My Consumers From My Day Program EFS on AC Transit Public Transportation Bus 10 Transfer to 95 and its not That Far from the Transit stop which is on the same side of the Center. Its varies of different Animals and Reptiles and one of the most Dangerous THE BLACK WIDOW! Please Go Check It Out if you looking for nice and Free Places to go with small Children!

Kind to make a home for wildlife. Easy parking and free admission.

Very educational and peaceful atmosphere for the whole family ! !

Its neat to see the animals that live in our backyard, there was no charge. It was like a tiny zoo.

We went here on a field trip and the kids enjoyed themselves it was small but yet intimate

Some unique animals to see that given their injuries would not survive in the wild but can provide educational experiences for young and old alike.

Great place for kids. The outdoor space has various owls, falcons, hawks, and even a gold eagle. Inside are snakes, frogs, turtles, and slugs.

What a hidden gem. Had no idea this was here for free...wow...we made a small donation but what an educational bit of fun for my two and four year old. A wildlife camp for children was also taking place at the same time. Just wow

Good visit . Free parking included . Fun for kids . Close up to several species of big birds and a few animals. Local info . Reptile room for kids learning

Nice, quiet place with Nature. Staffs are friendly and kids can learn about animals, birds they have. Outside benches for pack snacks great day we had.

Great place to take young kids. I am an adult and I really liked it. My sisters and I had a great time. It is like a park but with an exhibit of animals. We loved the Coyote, he came out from hiding when he saw us looking. Very adorable.

Its a great place to learn about local animals. They do have classes and programs but I just like to take the kids to look at all the animals and take a little hike along the small trails. The kids and I have a great time looking at all of that animals and talking with the friendly staff / volunteers.

Wonderful place to observe the wildlife while being fed. Golden eagle, Peregrines, stellar Jay, screetch owls, just to name a few. Good place to bring the kids.

Good for a tour with young children.

Great wildlife refuge. No cost to visit. They even do birthday parties and summer camp.

Recommend going to Sulphur Creek especally if you are birder and love nature. Compact size ideal for children.

Its a fun place to look at rescued birds: owls, robins, eagles, chickens including a couple of rabbits. There are tables and benches for lunch, grills to bbq, lots of trees therefore its cool. Theres a creek. Its nice and free.

I absolutely love this nature center. I take my son here often to see the animals and create different activities. Ive even thrown my sons birthday here. I cannot say enough about how great this center is.

Great place to take little ones and the best part is, its free. They have birds, rabbits, coyotes, etc. outside and a play area inside with reptiles on display. Kids can also play outside and hike up the side of the hill. You can also plan birthday parties here.

A neat little spot in Hayward. Great for kids parties or a half-day trip. The facility is clean, but a bit older. Makes you wonder how places like this would do if they had more funding. I would be a happy little eagle, thats for sure!

Awesome place for all, great for birthday party !

Its a cute small place to have a field trip for the younger kids and the staff do an excellent job with the animals and the lil show they have where they educate us about the creatures. Love the chinchilla so soft.

Beautiful place. You cant even tell youre in a neighborhood. The most important thing is the help they provide for sick or injured animals. Free to visit but they do take donations.

I love this little jem in the middle of the woods. They have variety of rescue birds and animals, and the animals look like they are treated very well. If you happen to come during feeding time, make sure you are ready to see what birds of prey eat.. (not for sensitive stomachs!) The staff is very kind and knowledgeable. The little museum is fun and educational, and the kids just loved it!

This is a fun free place to take the family on an afternoon where youre trying to figure out what to do. I love seeing the coyotes and foxes up close. They usually have a big selection of reptiles, spiders and insects. I think one of the best attractions are the birds, though. Its impressive to see those raptors so close.

Low key atmosphere with abundance of native animals and educational exhibits. Naturalists and docents provide classes for adults and children. Volunteer opportunities too. Great for connecting with nature quietly or with a group. You can be up close with coyotes and foxes as well as hawks, falcons, owls and an eagle. Inside museum has turtles, snakes and amphibians. Its an island of nature surrounded by the community. And yes there is a creek, and some easy trails.

What an amazing resource for kids to learn about life sciences. They even have an animal library so your kids can learn first hand about animals without the long commitment needed for adopting a pet. The space runs along a creek which has so many treasures to explore. The naturalists on staff and volunteers are what makes this truly a 5 star review. Helpful, caring and passionate about animals. This is a community resource that does great things for kids all around the bay.

Great little place to walk around with little ones and see animals that were rescued!!!

We had a Birthday party here and the kids loved it ! The highlight was watching the animals being fed and show and tell with the animals indoors as well

Awesome place, such a gem. We take our kids here all the time. The staff is incredible, and very welcoming. Love there events like the reptile rumble and story time. A Must Visit for anyone with kids. Nice place to go visit rescue wild animals and birds.

Such variety of cute and amazing animals! Kids area and completely free. Good place to take little kids.

Nice little sanctuary for animals in the city ..really small and kind of run down but a beautiful little place to show the kids some birds and snakes ..a coyote and 2 red foxes..you kinda feel bad for the animals ... But great place to bbq and you feel like your not in the city !

Fun place for family and visitors. See wild animals up close. You can even touch the spiders and snakes should you want to... great family activities.

Found the bard that one of the cats got last night these morning an so I pick it up gave it something to drink an my sister call around an we both toke it to sulphur creek for it to hell. Good luck lol guy.

Quaint little zoo in the heart of town. Staff was awesome.

Best hidden secret in the City of Hayward, where children get to learn about endangered animals in that area. How they are care for and returned to wild once they are healed. They have a fantastic staff, and a wonderful place to have a childrens party and learn too! Most importantly a truly wonderful place for a family outting.

Its nice quiet place for kids in small place under the Nature. We had good day.

If youve never been you need to. These people here do a amazing job taking care of our native wildlife.

Absolutely THE BEST PLACE EVER! I volunteer there and they have all kinds of animals and educational programs there for kids of all ages. Adults too! Love all the staff and volunteers!

There birds of pray there are impressive to see.

Loved it beautiful scenery and I manage to see some of the birds during feeding time

Its beautiful here and the animals are well cared for and theyre events are always so cute and well done

Loved all the animals because I am a big animal lover. But the one I fell in love with was the little fox it was trying to give me its ball to play catch and everything. I want it Soooooo bad.

Quiet small uncrowded place for family picnic. Small animal zoo but good collection of eagles vand hawk. Great place for children birthday party. We enjoyed the Friendly and helpful staff.

A great free way to see some of our local species up close. I was there with two 18 months and a 4 year old, they all loved it. There is a lot of tree coverage, so its typically chilly be sure to take a warm sweater. There are bathrooms and several picnic tables, good spot for lunch with the kids.

Besides being a great place to bring your family asn and friends to see local (and sometimes rare) endangered/rescue animals, did you know you can also rent little pets to help your young uns to learn the thrill and responsilities of owning a pet for a week? For $28 (plus $60 refundable safety), they give you everything you need, including cage, food, instructions.

I have brought injured wildlife a few times (possums and crows). Love, love what this place is about! I just wish their hours would be more convenient-- sometimes an injured animal cant wait until 10am to get vet care.

Quiet sanctuary where you can learn about birds and other wild critters. See hawks, owls, and farm birds up close. Accessible and free parking. Good for family trips for little kids.

Great place for small kids, teens, and adults. Teens can volunteer to help care for animals. You can host your childs birthday celebration. Plenty of parking, handicap parking and handicap accessibility. Restrooms available for visitors. Lots of animals to see and learn about.

See wild animals up close

Amazing for field trips, I recommend this to all teachers and their students!

It’s like a little wildlife area. Saw deer, raccoon, turkey and a coyote I think.

A hidden gem of Hayward. All indigenous animals, relaxed vibe, great people there. Very educational and fun too.

This place is still the same as i remember as a kid. So glad they are still around rescuing and rehabilitating hurt and sick animals. Glad to be able to bring my own children here.

I ranked it a 5!!! We enjoy it so much!

Getting in with nature in your own local backyard. How convenient! Not having to drive miles and miles away to be close so close to peace and tranquility. And the price (free) is great :-)

My granddaughter ASHLEY had her 8th birthday party here. Ashley had guest bring something for the centers animals in place of gifts for herA wonderful way to bring kids to learn about nature. The young lady who brought in the different animals for us to pet and some we held was great with the kids.Very informative and at the kids level of learning.

So cool. Tons of stuff to see

Great little place to take kids, lots of birds and other animals. They have a big picnic area kids can run around in. Best for days without rain. However, there is a decent sized building with exhibits inside too. If youre in the area and need an indoor activity I would come to let the littles run off energy, look Kat snakes, etc.