Lafayette
Nature
Center
Programs and Space for our Community to come together
About the Center
The Lafayette Nature Center is a welcoming community hub where people of all ages can come together, connect, play, and enjoy time outdoors.
With plenty of space to explore, there’s something here for everyone!
Climb, dig, swing, slide, wander the trails, discover something new, or simply find a peaceful spot to relax and take in the fresh air. Whether you’re visiting with family, meeting up with friends, or enjoying a little time to yourself, Thorne’s Lafayette Nature Center is a place to slow down, have fun, and feel at home in nature!
Highlights & FEATURES
Outdoor play and learning spaces, including nature playgrounds with features like sandpits with water, log structures, loose parts for building, and a nature-themed swing and slide.
Community gathering spaces with two first-come, first-served pavilions with picnic tables (one with electrical outlets and BBQ grill), and field space.
Connecting trail to nearby Coal Creek Open Space, an incredible natural area with giant cottonwood groves, abundant flora and fauna, and year-round access to water exploration.
Plan Your Visit
Hours: Open to the public from dawn to dusk year-round
Nature play areas and pavilions may be closed when in use by Thorne. Check our events calendar for availability.
Facilities:
On-site public restroom and drinking fountain.
The Lafayette Nature Center is an outdoor center and does not have indoor exhibits.
To keep the LNC safe for the community, please note the following:
No pets allowed.
Please plan to pack up all trash. There are no public waste bins at the Lafayette Nature Center.
For more information about visiting the Lafayette Nature Center, email info@thornenature.org or call 303.499.3647 x100.
Upcoming events
Discover upcoming events, key program dates, and LNC availability. Check back regularly, new events are added from time to time.