960 acres, fishing, swimming facilities, 25-acre lake, rental boats, improved camping, picnicking, vacation cottage, hiking trails.
Turtle Point Environmental Science Center
Street address:
20959 Hwy. 31S
Flomaton, AL 36441
Phone:
251-296-3401
Fax:
251-296-3402
Schedule:
Open Aug. 1–June 13 8–3; call for weekend appts.
Mailing:
20959 Hwy. 31
Flomaton, AL 36441
Admission:
Free
Accepted:
Personal Checks
Travelers Checks
Hands-on science center on 20 acres of wetlands on Big Escambia Creek. Interpretive Wildlife Center, Wetland Trail/Boardwalk, gardens, butterfly/honeybee exhibits, touch tank. Live reptile, fish, amphibian exhibits. Gift shop.
Accessibility:
Mobility Impaired (ramps, toilet access from front of wheelchair, toilet access from side of wheelchair, support bars for toilets, wheelchair-level restroom sinks, seating areas for wheelchair users, wheelchairs available, designated parking spaces)
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