Croydon Creek Nature Center

Single-story stone building with large windows and a peaked roof, surrounded by trees and a wooden fence, under a clear blue sky.

A hallway with wooden walls, bulletin boards, and a large curved mosaic mural featuring colorful animal and nature designs on a tiled surface.

Sunlit room with large windows, wooden floors, several wooden chairs and benches, a telescope, and a view of trees and grass outside.

A modern building with large windows is illuminated at dusk, surrounded by tall grass and trees with autumn foliage.

Features

The Croydon Creek Nature Center is just a short distance from vibrant downtown Rockville located in Civic Center Park. The center is nestled on 120 acres of forest preserve, open meadow areas and a winding creek bustling with a variety of wildlife. The center is open to the public and entrance is free. There are a variety of environmental education programs offered monthly for children, families, and adults.

Hike the trails, enjoy games and live animals in the Discovery Room, or schedule a naturalist-led birthday party!

Themed Parties

Rentals

School Programs

Croydon Creek Nature Center

852 Avery Road
Rockville, MD 20851

Contact

Address
852 Avery Road
Rockville, MD 20851

Hours
Tuesday – Saturday
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sunday
1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Contact
Recreation and Parks Department
240-314-8770
ccnc@rockvillemd.gov

Activities at Croydon Creek Nature Center