How much does it cost to go to the Arboretum in Asheville?
Daytime admission into the Arboretum is free; however, a $16 parking fee applies for personal vehicles. To view full listing of parking fees and hours, click here. Please note: Some building and facility access may be restricted due to COVID-19. Please check the Arboretum’s website for details.
How much does it cost to get into the NC Arboretum?
Admission: Free, but there is a parking fee. $16 per personal motor vehicle, $50 15-seat passenger van, $100 motorcoaches. Parking is $7 on the first Tuesday of each month. No charges apply for pedestrians, bicyclists or The North Carolina Arboretum Society members.
How big is the NC Arboretum?
434-acre
The North Carolina Arboretum is a 434-acre public garden located within the Bent Creek Experimental Forest of the Pisgah National Forest just south of downtown Asheville, North Carolina.
Can you hike at the Arboretum?
Visitors of all ages and abilities can enjoy their hiking experience at the Arboretum as trail options include easy, moderate, and difficult challenge levels.
Can you go to Arboretum for free?
Arboretum Members free; reservations not required. For questions about garden daytime tickets or you wish to purchase group tickets, please email [email protected]. Visitors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Can you fish in the Arboretum?
A majority of the Putah Creek Riparain Reserve lands on the main campus are open to the public for passive recreation activities, such as fishing, boating, swimming, and hiking.
Who owns the NC Arboretum?
The North Carolina Arboretum, an affiliate entity of The University of North Carolina System, is under permit by the Pisgah National Forest for use of the U. S. Forest Service property on which it is located.
How long does it take to walk through the Arboretum?
Taken at a leisurely pace, the walk could take about an hour and a half (somewhere between 7,000-8,000 steps).
Can you bike through the arboretum?
Hop on your bicycle, and explore the Arboretum’s expansive grounds in a new and adventurous way all year-round. Bicycling encourages health and wellness, fosters energy conservation, and reduces auto emissions. No matter how you choose to tour the Arboretum, please respect the enjoyment and safety of other visitors.
Are masks required at Arboretum?
Mask are optional outdoors. Please know that we are committed to protecting the health of our visitors in the wake of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. We will continue to respond to any changing needs to protect your health and safety.
Where is the North Carolina Arboretum?
Nestled in the Southern Appalachian Mountains just south of Asheville, The North Carolina Arboretum offers acres of cultivated gardens and groomed trails featuring some of the most beautiful, botanically-diverse plants in the region. See What’s Beautiful Today
What is the purpose of the arboretum?
The Arboretum was created to serve as a statewide and national resource and cultivator of education, economic development, research, conservation and garden demonstration. Its 434 acres of natural beauty provides ample opportunities for all ages to connect with nature and learn how plants are important to the world.
How do I get to the Arboretum from Wesley Branch Road?
If your navigation system directs you to the Arboretum service entrance off Wesley Branch Road, please turn back and follow the road to the traffic light. Turn right (south) onto Brevard Road/Hwy. 191 and continue in the right lane, which will become a turn only lane.
Are the trails at the arboretum dog friendly?
Visitors of all ages and abilities can enjoy their hiking experience at the Arboretum as trail options include easy, moderate, and difficult challenge levels. All trails are dog-friendly and visitors are asked to adhere to the proper waste disposing procedures for pets.