Ameal Moore Nature Center

Trailhead Nature Center on 1,500 Acres

The Ameal Moore Nature Center sits at the main trailhead entrance to Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Park - 1,500 acres designated by the Riverside County Habitat Conservation Agency as one of eight protected core reserves for the endangered Stephens' Kangaroo rat.

Naturalist-Led Programs & Preschool

The City of Riverside runs a naturalist-based preschool plus drop-in nature programming. Programs include:
- Naturalist-based preschool (ongoing)
- Scheduled naturalist-led nature walks
- Exhibits and hands-on learning stations
- Programmed family events
- School field trips
- Sycamore Canyon trail access

What's Included

• Center exhibits free during open hours
• Naturalist-led walk schedule
• Trail and wilderness access

Experience

Real wilderness park - 1,500 acres of habitat with endangered species, on Riverside's southern edge. Strong fit for families with kids who like protected-habitat learning. City Parks line: (951) 826-2000.