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Hours
Seasonal hours — check before you go
Directions
Easy access from Asheville & the Blue Ridge Parkway
Parking Fee
Parking is required; admission is free
Accessibility
Paths, facilities, and resources for all visitors
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. Easily accessible via the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway or Interstate 26, the Arboretum is surrounded by the lush, botanically-diverse Southern Appalachian Mountains, allowing visitors to connect personally with nature in ways that are as unique and rich as the land itself.
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Build your perfect Arboretum day
Use these quick links to plan the essentials, discover highlights across the grounds, and arrive ready to explore.
Hours, Directions & Fees
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What to See & Do
Explore gardens, forest trails, rotating exhibits, and family-friendly experiences.
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Visitor Tips
Plan for weather, trail time, accessibility needs, and seasonal blooms.
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Getting here
A destination just outside Asheville
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. Easily accessible via the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway or Interstate 26, the Arboretum is surrounded by the lush, botanically-diverse Southern Appalachian Mountains, allowing visitors to connect personally with nature in ways that are as unique and rich as the land itself.
Plan ahead
Make the most of your day
From cultivated gardens to forested trails and exhibits, the Arboretum offers a variety of ways to explore. Check hours, directions, and fees before you arrive, and build in time for a leisurely walk, scenic overlooks, and seasonal highlights.
Ready to visit?
Come for the gardens. Stay for the trails, learning, and seasonal beauty.
Whether you have an hour or a full day, the Arboretum offers a welcoming place to explore the region’s plants, forests, and natural heritage.
Address
The North Carolina Arboretum
100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way
Asheville, NC 28806-9315
Phone 828-665-2492
Fax 828-412-8503
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