Gulf Branch Nature Center

Set in a wooded stream valley, Gulf Branch Natural Area preserves and protects wildlife habitat while serving as an educational resource for the public. As a sanctuary in an urbanized setting, there's always something new to see!

The Nature Center, staffed by friendly naturalists, houses exhibits about local natural and cultural history including live animals, an observation bee hive, and the permanent exhibit 'The Woodland Indians of Arlington.' Outside, visitors may explore wooded trails, the stream, the pond, or the 3/4 mile trail to the Potomac River. Also located at the park are the Robert Walker log house and a working forge operated by the Blacksmith's Guild of the Potomac.

All of our programs and events can be found in our quarterly publication, The Snag. Come in and pick-up a copy or access it on-line: http://www.arlingtonva.us/departments/ParksRecreation/scripts/nature/TheSnag.aspx