No pets. They put this online: Here are 5 differences between a park and arboreta/botanical garden: Parks are intended mostly for recreation vs. arboreta/botanical gardens which focus on Plant Science Research, Education, Conservation and Horticultural Display. Parks have functional landscapes and plantings such as playing fields and picnic groves, vs. arboreta/botanical gardens’ curated labeled living collections, interpreted exhibits, and managed habitat areas. Parks are typically publicly funded by taxes vs. arboreta/botanical gardens which are typically community supported by gifts, memberships and use fees. Parks encourage sports and dog walking vs. arboreta/botanical gardens where sports and pets are not permitted. Parks typically trend toward monoculture with little biodiversity (with exceptions for managed natural areas) vs. arboreta/botanical gardens, which are typically high in biodiversity.

No. You may not bring a dog. But there seem to be some resident, non-feral cats. I see them rarely.

I don’t think you need one unless you’re trying to do a special event

I believe that you can. In addition, there is a cafe with a limited menu for food to purchase.

I just showed up and a very nice man at the gate sold me the ticket and told me what plants were looking good at the moment, how long it would take to get to different bits, and the things he thought I ought not to miss.

For 15 yo, probably 1.5 +/- .5 hrs. For adults, 2-3 hrs. Adjust downward for cold/hot seasons and possibly upward for spring / fall.

If I recall correctly, the big treehouse with the nets is not entirely accessible. In general, though, it shouldn't be too much of a hassle.

I found it a fascinating place and the paths very easy to amble along. The answers here have all been assuming the question is about wheelchair users. If limited mobility, there were quite a few benches to stop and take a breather. How interesting it would be for visually impaired people I don't know - it doesn't have a lot of scented plants, for example.

Sorry , Closed

Spring !!!!!!!