Kern River Parkway Nature Center
The Kern River
The Kern River is an Endangered, Wild and Scenic river in the U.S. state of California, approximately 165 miles (270 km) long.
History: Hart Memorial Park
Hart Park is one of Kern County’s oldest parks. The park was dedicated in 1929 as the Kern River Park, and renamed in 1947 for Kern County Supervisor John O. Hart.
Our Peacocks
Learn about the majestic creatures that have freely roamed Hart Memorial Park for nearly 100 years.
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Hours
Saturday 11am-3pm*
Sunday 12pm-4pm*
*subject to volunteer availability
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Nature Center
8000 River Road
Bakersfield, CA 93308
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