Newman Wetlands Center

Where land, water, & community converge

Who We Are

Newman Wetlands Center is a nature area dedicated to environmental education, owned and operated by Clayton County Water Authority. We strive to provide a safe, welcoming environment for community members to explore and connect to the natural world. We hope that each visitor will have the opportunity to find a peaceful place to enjoy nature and thus develop a deeper understanding of conservation and a passion for protecting our local watersheds. 

To learn more about visiting NWC, explore the links below.

Plan Your Visit

See details about site rules, hours of operation, and parking lot access.

Stories Inspired by NWC

Our app features eight engaging audio performances for all ages highlighting cultural and natural stories from the land.

Action Trackchair

If you have mobility issues that prevent you from hiking, reserve our Action Trackchair to use while you're on site.

Cultural Connections

NWC is just a small part of our land's story. We invite you to learn about the people who explored this land before us.

Self-guided Activities

Explore a variety of learning activities to engage your children in learning during your hike.

Male Red-Winged Blackbird calls from the top of a cattail flower
Wildlife Viewing

NWC is an excellent place to see wildlife, whether you're a wildlife expert or brand new to exploring.

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Thank you to the Clayton County Tourism Authority for funding this website!