York County Government - Parks and Recreation
York County Department of Parks and Recreation - Parks and Recreation
Richard M. Nixon Park, located in Springfield Township, features a 14,000-square-foot Nature Center. Nestled on 187 acres of meadow, wetland,woodland and aquatic habitats Nixon Park supports a wide variety of plant and animal life.

  • Hiking Trails: There are over six miles of trails. Bikes, horses and pets are not allowed on the trails.

    • Nature Center: Full-time Naturalists staff the center and offer guided nature walks and programs to pre-scheduled groups. If you would like to schedule a program for your group visit the education section of the website for more information. The center is ADA accessible. The Nature Center is open Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30am â 4 :30pm, and Sunday, 12:00pm-4:30pm. Closed Mondays and most holidays.

    • Theme Weekends: Throughout the year different theme weekends occur focusing on different nature topics such as Maple Sugar Weekend, Great Backyard Bird Count Weekend, Reptile Week and more.

      Please, view events calendar for upcoming events. Website below.
    • 5922 Nixon Drive
    York, PA 17403
    Eligibility: Open to anyone.
    Hours:
  • Park Office: Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm; Closed 12:30pm-1:00pm.
    • Parks: Dawn to Dusk
    • (717) 428-1961
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    Phone/FAX Numbers
    • (717) 428-1961
    • (717) 840-7403 - Fax
    Email Address: parks@yorkcountypa.gov
    Fee Amounts: Call for more information.
    Intake Procedure: Call for more information.
    Geographical Area: York
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    York County Government - Parks and Recreation
    York County Department of Parks and Recreation - Parks and Recreation
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