George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Wildlife Education Center

George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Wildlife Education Center This nature center serves as a welcoming retreat for the entire community.

Nestled within the wetlands of the Great Salt Lake, its surrounding trails invite visitors to escape the hustle and bustle of modern life. For social media page guidelines, see our social media comment policy: wildlife.utah.gov/social-media-comments-policy

Notice for Trail Visitors Please be aware that the loop trail will be busy with 4th-grade students during the first half...
09/03/2026

Notice for Trail Visitors

Please be aware that the loop trail will be busy with 4th-grade students during the first half of the day. Students participating in the Wings & Water Wetlands Education Program will be visiting on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays throughout September and October.

Thank you for your patience as these students learn, explore, and enjoy the wetlands!

🌟 Volunteer Spotlight! 🌟This month, we want to recognize Larry McClurg, our longest-serving volunteer at the Eccles Wild...
09/01/2026

🌟 Volunteer Spotlight! 🌟

This month, we want to recognize Larry McClurg, our longest-serving volunteer at the Eccles Wildlife Education Center. Since we opened our doors in 2018, Larry has been part of the team, bringing his passion and dedication to everything he does.
But Larry's commitment to the DWR goes back even further — he's been volunteering with us since the early 2000s! From assisting with school field trips to helping biologists conduct waterfowl counts, Larry has done it all.

If you're lucky enough to visit on a day when Larry is volunteering, don't miss the opportunity to chat with him! His incredible knowledge of local wildlife and DWR history, combined with his engaging stories, makes every visit memorable.

Thank you, Larry, for your years of service and the countless hours you've dedicated to our mission!

Want to keep up with what’s happening at the Education Center? 🦉🌿Whether you’re looking for upcoming events, programs, o...
08/27/2026

Want to keep up with what’s happening at the Education Center? 🦉🌿

Whether you’re looking for upcoming events, programs, or our hours of operation (including holiday hours), our website events calendar is a great resource! 📅

We keep it updated as much as possible, so be sure to check it out before your next visit!

👉 Check out our events calendar here: https://wildlife.utah.gov/ewec/calendar

08/20/2026

Save the date! Owl-o-ween is Oct. 10th 2026

🦆 Fall Migration Is Just Around the Corner! 🍂The heat is still hanging around, so this month’s Bird Walk Meetup is movin...
08/18/2026

🦆 Fall Migration Is Just Around the Corner! 🍂

The heat is still hanging around, so this month’s Bird Walk Meetup is moving indoors again!

Get ready for fall migration with an expert-led class on waterfowl identification. Learn how to tell ducks and other waterfowl apart and sharpen your ID skills before migration gets underway!

📅 Wednesday, August 26
🕚 11:00 a.m.
📍 Eccles Wildlife Education Center

Come ready to learn, test your skills, and get prepared for the birds heading our way this fall! 🦆

This event is free to attend, but we ask guests to bring a non-perishable canned food item to donate. We’ve partnered with the Bountiful Food Pantry to support those facing food insecurity in our community.

Please Excuse Our MessWe are continually working to improve the boardwalk and visitor experience. During August, you may...
08/11/2026

Please Excuse Our Mess

We are continually working to improve the boardwalk and visitor experience. During August, you may see staff and volunteers repairing sections of the boardwalk.

We appreciate your patience as we complete these improvements and apologize for any temporary inconvenience. Thank you for helping us keep our wetlands safe and enjoyable for everyone!

This or That: Birding Edition 🐦🔍📸👀 Using binoculars to spot birdsOR📷 Using a camera to capture birds?Which one is your f...
08/06/2026

This or That: Birding Edition 🐦🔍📸

👀 Using binoculars to spot birds
OR
📷 Using a camera to capture birds?

Which one is your favorite way to enjoy the wetlands? Drop your choice below! ⬇️

Address

1157 S Waterfowl Way
Farmington, UT
84025

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 4pm
Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 11am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+18014515536

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