Autrey Mill Nature Preserve Association Inc

Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, located in Johns Creek, GA, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and preserving the unique blend of nature, wildlife, and history found at our 46-acre site.

Autrey Mill Nature Preserve is your neighborhood nature preserve. Explore our trails, historic buildings, and meet our animal ambassadors—all for free. Experience the unique wonders of nature, wildlife, and history through our educational programs. Founded in the 1970s as a grassroots effort, we became an official nonprofit in 1989 to protect this diverse woodland and its historic sites.

What Makes AUTREY MILL Unique?

Preserve

   Autrey Mill Nature Preserve is your neighborhood nature preserve. Explore our trails, historic buildings, and meet our animal ambassadors—all for free. Experience the unique wonders of nature, wildlife, and history through our educational programs. Founded in the 1970s as a grassroots effort, we became an official nonprofit in 1989 to protect this diverse woodland and its historic sites.

Appreciate

Autrey Mill is a peaceful escape, providing a sanctuary for learning and discovery. Visitors can enjoy nature hikes, historic tours, classes, special events, summer camps, and break camps. Our animal ambassadors promote awareness of local wildlife. We thrive thanks to donations, volunteers and community support to preserve this special place for future generations.

Explore

The public has cost-free access to Autrey Mill’s grounds for hiking, nature study, strolling the pathways of the Heritage Village, and viewing our animal exhibits. Entrance to the grounds is free and is open from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm 365 days of the year. The preserve has grown under the 35-year leadership and vision of our nonprofit.  Today we welcome 14,000 annual visitors to explore our 1.3 miles of trails, animal exhibits, and the historical village.

How Will Your Donation Help

In 1989 the Autrey Mill Nature Preserve Association was formed as a non-profit organization to operate, protect, and improve the preserve. Now 35 years later we are growing and providing even more to our beloved community. 

These are some of the ways your donation will help Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and  your community: