Guelph Lake Nature Centre

The Guelph Lake Nature Centre near Guelph offers a variety of programs for schools, families, youth and community groups to get outdoors and connect with nature. 

Our unique, hands-on programs teach environmental concepts and foster an appreciation of nature.

The Guelph Lake Nature Centre is part of the 1608-hectare (3,971-acre) property of the Guelph Lake Conservation Area. The nature centre overlooks Guelph Lake and the Guelph Lake Dam. The lake and dam, the Speed River, open fields and a nearby forest provide a diversity of habitats for learning about the natural world.

A new nature centre

More than 600,000 students have visited the nature centre, and outdoor programs are in demand for people of all ages! Help us build a new nature centre within Guelph Lake Conservation Area by donating to Nature at Your Doorstep - Campaign for the Guelph Lake Nature Centre.