Gulf Branch Nature Center & Park
3608 North Military Rd Arlington, VA 22207
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Parking: Limited
Temporarily Closed
Hours of Operation
Monday: Closed
Tuesday - Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
Outdoor park open sunrise to sunset
703-228-3403
TTY: 711
Inclement Weather Line: 703-228-4715
Learn Park Rules and Regulations. And remember, please don't smoke in our parks.
AmphitheaterBridgeDrinking FountainFree ParkingNature CenterNature TrailOrnamental/ Rose GardenPond/StreamRestroom
About this Nature Center
Our nature centers are nestled in lovely park settings and are staffed with friendly and knowledgeable people. They provide interpretive environmental education programs for all ages and for a wide variety of audiences including small groups.
Programs
- View available activities at Gulf Branch.
- Request a naturalist-led program for your school, scout troop, preschool, etc.
Features
Exhibits, classroom (20 person capacity), children’s Discovery Room, pollinator garden, live animal exhibit room, pond and a restored log cabin.
History
Blacksmiths at Gulf Branch
The Blacksmiths Guild of Potomac meets the first and third Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Gulf Branch Nature center. Meetings are free and open to the public. The guild also shares its craft at Gulf Branch quarterly at special events and programs.
Celebrate Your Birthday
Children ages 4 and up will love this chance to go wild on their birthdays. Parties include the use of our room for three hours, and a live animal show with a naturalist, featuring your choice of turtles, snakes or frogs. We also provide trail maps, scavenger hunts, and more ideas for naturally fun activities. Download the flyer for more info. To request a date for your party, 703-228-3403, or gulfbranch@arlingtonva.us.