Non-profit 501c3 community organization committed to nature
education and restoration in Tecolote Canyon Natural Park
FRIENDS OF TECOLOTE CANYON
UPDATES:
EFFECTIVE MARCH 29, 2022:
TECOLOTE NATURE CENTER | 5180 Tecolote Road, San Diego, CA 92110
HOURS OF OPERATION*
Sunday - CLOSED
Monday - CLOSED
Tuesday - CLOSED
Wednesday - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The garden, patio, and outdoor restrooms are open every day.
*Occasionally, when understaffed, the center may close on short notice.
On Sunday, September 18 and Monday, September 19, the patio, garden, and outdoor restrooms at the Tecolote Nature Center will be closed. As an alternative, the restrooms at the Tecolote Recreation Center will be open on Sunday from 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM and Monday from 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
See the latest UPDATES in Tecolote Canyon in our quarterly
Events
In our commitment to sponsor nature education and restorative activities in Tecolote Canyon Natural Park, we have ongoing events to participate in. Monthly nature walks, art & activity events for children, and more are published at our Events page.
Nature Center
Directed by the wonderful Ms. Marla, Tecolote Nature Center offers something for everyone. Inside you can learn about the treasures surrounding you outside, meet live snakes, and sit down with a great book in the library room. Explore our native plants garden just outside as you head to Battle Trail.
Get Involved
We welcome you to get involved! Whether you’d like to volunteer, learn more about the canyon, make a donation, follow us on social media, or support us with purchases you’re already making, please visit our Get Involved page by clicking here.
Amazon Smile
0.5% of your Amazon purchases can support Friends of Tecolote Canyon at no cost to you. First, visit Amazon Smile. Next, select Friends of Tecolote Canyon as your organization to support. Read more about Amazon Smile here.
Enjoy a Walk Soon
Friends of Tecolote Canyon is a non-profit community organization committed to sponsoring nature education and restoration activities in Tecolote Canyon Natural Park. Our education program, supported by SDGE’s “Environmental Champions Initiative”, is dedicated to bringing children into Tecolote Canyon and fostering connection through enjoyable, memorable, and meaningful experiences in our unique and precious local habitat. Read more