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Protect the birds and we protect the Earth.
Photo: Kate Pratt
Bent of the River Audubon Center is a 700-acre nature sanctuary and education center located in Southbury, Connecticut. Along with Greenwich Audubon Center and Sharon Audubon Center, we are part of Audubon Connecticut, a state office of the National Audubon Society.
Visitors are welcome to enjoy our trails, nature programs, and conservation-themed events throughout the year.
Be aware—important improvements are on the way! Beginning June 19, some portions of our visitor center, including our bathrooms, will be temporarily closed due to construction work that will preserve the integrity of our historic barn. Additionally, the dirt road will be closed and all visitors will need to park in the visitor lot. The majority of our building and our trails will remain open. We appreciate your patience during this time.
Don't miss out on 8 sessions of summer fun from June 24 – August 16! Register today.
Bent of the River Audubon Center
185 East Flat Hill Road
Southbury, CT 06488
203-264-5098
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Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Trails & Bird Observation Balcony: Open Daily, Sunrise to Sunset
Suggested Trail Use Donation: $5
Share the wonder of nature with family and friends and enjoy a private, guided outing at Bent of the River—or give one as a special gift.
Photo: Luke Franke/Audubon
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