Cascades Raptor Center

Wildlife Hospital and Raptor Nature Center

Cascades Raptor Center is a wildlife hospital and nature center specializing in rescuing and rehabilitating birds of prey. Established in 1987, the center houses about 50 non-releasable resident raptors across roughly 30 species, most native to Oregon, in outdoor aviaries connected by easy walking paths.

Family Programs

Self-guided visits and scheduled education programs. Programs include:
- Outdoor aviaries for hawks, owls, eagles, and other raptors
- Easy walking paths through wooded grounds
- Signed exhibits with bird natural history
- Animal talks (seasonal)
- Field trips and group tours by appointment

What's Included

• General admission tickets
• Restrooms
• Open Tuesday-Sunday 10 AM - 5 PM
• Closed Mondays

Experience

Great pick for families with kids 3+ interested in birds. Plan 1-2 hours. Bring questions; volunteers walk you through bird stories. Combine with Spencer Butte for a half-day.