Welcome to Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital

Embrace the wild heart of Coral Springs. Join us in preserving and learning about Florida’s native wildlife through dedicated rescue, rehabilitation, and community education.

For over 30 years, Sawgrass Nature Center has been South Florida’s trusted wildlife hospital, education center, and sanctuary for injured, orphaned, and displaced animals.

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A Wildlife Sanctuary in Coral Springs

Nature Center

Our non-releasable animal exhibits and gardens are open to visitors Tuesday- Friday 9 am - 5 pm and Saturday & Sunday 10 am - 3 pm. Our facility is closed on Mondays.

Wildlife Hospital

A licensed wildlife rehabber staffs our wildlife hospital and treats over 1100 native Florida animals annually. The goal is to release these animals back to the wild. The hospital is open Tuesday - Friday 9:30 am - 4:00 pm and Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Birthday Parties

Host a one-of-a-kind birthday at Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital! Enjoy a fun, hands-on experience with our wildlife ambassadors while learning about the amazing animals in your own backyard. Make memories that are truly wild!

Self-Guided Tours

Visitors can explore outdoor exhibits housing non-releasable native wildlife such as owls, tortoises, alligators, and parrots in naturalistic habitats. The center also features an aviary, orchid garden, and apiary.

Educational Programs

School & Group Programs tailored for students from pre-K through high school, these programs can be conducted on-site, in classrooms, or virtually. They feature live animal presentations, specimens, and artifacts to teach about Florida's native wildlife and ecosystems

Camp Wild

An outdoor environmental camp for students 6-12 years old. Our outdoor camp offers activities and crafts related to the environmental theme of the week.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Become a Member of the Sawgrass Nature Center Family

Becoming a member will help us achieve our mission of caring for sick, injured, and orphaned wildlife while providing public education about Florida’s fragile and unique environment. Your membership provides funding for our day to day operations which are not funded by any tax dollars, grants, or city and state funding.

Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital Hours

The Nature Center is open later than the Wildlife Hospital. Once the hospital is closed animal intakes are NOT accepted until the following business day. If you have found an injured animal please call us at 954-752-9453 during business hours. Please note: We do not monitor voicemail outside of business hours.

Nature Center Hours

Monday:

Closed

Tuesday

9am - 5pm

Wednesday

9am - 5pm

Thursday

9am - 5pm

Friday

9am - 5pm

Saturday

10am - 3pm

Sunday

10am - 3pm

Wildlife Hospital Hours

Monday:

Closed

Tuesday

9:30am - 4pm

Wednesday

9:30am - 4pm

Thursday

9:30am - 4pm

Friday

9:30am - 4pm

Saturday

10am - 2pm

Sunday

10am - 2pm

Admission Pricing

Adults: $5

Children (ages 5+): $3

Children (under 5): Free

Military Families: Free

Special Events Notice: Regular admission rates do not apply during special events (including Orchid Fest and Spring into Spring). Event-specific pricing will be posted separately.