A beautiful escape from the city within the city. I enjoyed a short nature walk through the Arboretum. I enjoyed watching the children and seeing all of the beautiful plants and murals along the way. I look forward to returning to as the education center was closed by the time I arrived. I was told there was a butterfly exhibit which is exciting. There were also lots of fall themed activities for folks to enjoy. I cannot believe it was free to visit.
August 2024
Would recommend this place for a nice stroll in the early morning. Around 7:15, so you are still early but not waiting in your car for the gate to open. Not much space for too many vehicles until the gates open. Once inside, there are many paths to choose from, a nature center for learning, and a kids area that looks pretty cool. The kids area is like a learning playground. Several sections with active participation, while hanging out in nature. I walked the outer loop and it is a nice longer trail. I did it in about an hour and 45 minutes with side quests along the way.
August 2024
Update 7/20 - outer loop is cleared with some puddles near 610 side. lots, and I mean lots of mosquitos on the trail. Not busy at 10 am, lots of parking.
Original review - Great place for walking and nature watching. Trails are less crowded probably due to paid parking. Can get busy after 9am on weekends.
Sections of the outer loop on the 610 side will be muddy after rain.
Lots of mosquitos right now (May 2024), so preparing accordingly.
A beautiful escape from the city within the city. I enjoyed a short nature walk through the Arboretum. I enjoyed watching the children and seeing all of the beautiful plants and murals along the way. I look forward to returning to as the education center was closed by the time I arrived. I was told there was a butterfly exhibit which is exciting. There were also lots of fall themed activities for folks to enjoy. I cannot believe it was free to visit.
Would recommend this place for a nice stroll in the early morning. Around 7:15, so you are still early but not waiting in your car for the gate to open. Not much space for too many vehicles until the gates open.
Once inside, there are many paths to choose from, a nature center for learning, and a kids area that looks pretty cool. The kids area is like a learning playground. Several sections with active participation, while hanging out in nature.
I walked the outer loop and it is a nice longer trail. I did it in about an hour and 45 minutes with side quests along the way.
Update 7/20 - outer loop is cleared with some puddles near 610 side. lots, and I mean lots of mosquitos on the trail. Not busy at 10 am, lots of parking.
Original review - Great place for walking and nature watching. Trails are less crowded probably due to paid parking. Can get busy after 9am on weekends.
Sections of the outer loop on the 610 side will be muddy after rain.
Lots of mosquitos right now (May 2024), so preparing accordingly.