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Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge — Fort Worth, Texas
Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge in Fort Worth: best for ages 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17; Adults (13-64) $6; Seniors (65+) $3; Children (3-12) $2.
Address9601 Fossil Ridge Rd, Fort Worth, TX 76135
HoursRefuge: October-April 8am-5pm; May-September 7am-5pm; no entry after 4pm. Hardwicke Interpretive Center: 9am-4:30pm. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
PricesAdults (13-64) $6; Seniors (65+) $3; Children (3-12) $2
Price notesAdmission as published by the nature center. Fort Worth Public Library cardholders can reserve a free pass to the refuge (see Perks).
Age notesOfficial pricing tiers: Children (3-12). The refuge covers 3,600+ acres with 20+ miles of trails and the Hardwicke Interpretive Center.
BookingNo reservation requirement published for general entry.
Suggested timeAbout 3 hours
ParkingOn-site parking at the refuge; no separate parking fee is published - Not confirmed.
Hours in detailSeasonal refuge hours: October-April 8am-5pm; May-September 7am-5pm. NO ENTRY after 4pm. Hardwicke Interpretive Center 9am-4:30pm. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (official homepage).
Official tipsDogs must be kept on leash at all times (dogs are charged $2 admission). All professional photography requires a permit (817-392-7410). The center posts current wildlife notes on its homepage - when fetched, bison were in the Central Pasture (official homepage).
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Venue details last verified November 5, 2026 against official sources. Hours and prices change — check the official site before you go. FamilyDay AI is a free planning tool for parents; we list only facts we have verified, and we never invent ratings or reviews.