About Turtle Bay Exploration Park

Turtle Bay Exploration Park is a fun, non-profit 300-acre gathering place featuring the Sundial Bridge, a museum, forestry & wildlife center, arboretum, and botanical gardens.

At the gateway to the Sacramento River Trails, Turtle Bay celebrates far Northern California as part of the world we share. 

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Mission Statement

To inspire wonder, exploration, and appreciation of our world.

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Vision

We envision Turtle Bay as a vibrant gathering place where our community is strengthened through education, cultural engagement, & economic growth.

Park Reference Sheet

FY2023

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Our Values

Playfulness, Real World Experiences, Interdisciplinary, Community, Lifelong Learning, Integrity, Sustainability

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Playfulness

Learning is easier when it’s fun and interactive and incorporates that spirit of enjoyment, healthy movement and activity when appropriate.

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Real World Experiences

Learning is enhanced through interaction with living and non-living collections and this special place along the river we call home.

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Interdisciplinary

Learning is enhanced when we recognize connections between art, history, & sciences.

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Community

We strive to make our park accessible & affordable, base our offerings on relevant community needs & feedback, & value our many community partnerships which make us stronger.

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Lifelong Learning

The pursuit of knowledge & the joy of learning is important at every age. We aim to give both children & adults the opportunity to learn in a safe environment.

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Integrity

We accomplish our goals with honesty and transparency, seeking excellence in service.

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Sustainability

We strive to be the best stewards we can be of natural and cultural resources, protecting them for generations to come.

Turtle Bay Exploration Park is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization.

EIN# 68-0236299