Park Description
Families love the Fernbank Museum of Natural History for its exhibits and IMAX theater. But did you know it also has indoor and outdoor play areas for kids, plus a cool water feature to explore?
Features
Playgrounds
Toilets
Walking/Running
Walking
- Fernbank Forest – three trails of varying lengths: 0.4, 0.7, and 0.9-miles. These paths are primarily made up of paved walkways and boardwalks, with occasional stretches of unpaved terrain
- Wildwood – raised boardwalks and paved pathways winding through the trees
Nature Quest
- Located indoors on the Upper Level of the Museum
- Offers an engaging play area that immerses kids in various ecosystems.
- Provides hands-on experiences and opportunities for exploration.
Nature Stories
- Located outdoors in the WildWoods
- Features a nature-themed play area with climbing structures and slides.
- Ground-type: Packed rubber mulch
- Shade: Partially shaded by surrounding trees
- Seating: Benches
Adventure Outpost
- Located outdoors in the WildWoods
- Offers an educational and interactive play area equipped with rope tunnels, a rope bridge, a weather station, a pixel puzzle, and more.
- Ground-type: Elevated wood pathways
- Shade: Fully shaded by the forest
- Seating: No seating
Creek Run
- This interactive exhibit mimics a creek bed and helps children learn about the movement of water.
- It includes levers that allow kids to control the water flow and even features a little waterfall.
Kendeda Pavilion – screened-in educational space overlooking the Isdell Wildlife Sanctuary
Forest Shelters – 3 located throughout the Fernbank Forest
Various Event Rentals throughout the Museum
Tiny Door
Sensory Wall
No fenced area
Parking/Toilet/Water
2 Parking Lots
- Handicap parking available
Bathrooms and water fountains are located inside the Museum and just past the Adventure Outpost
Booking/Reservations
