Beautiful botanical gardens with miles of hiking/biking trails, a bonsai exhibit, and a dedicated children's garden.
20 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC 28806, USA
Visit the interactive troll exhibit (open through February) and the Winter Lights display during the holiday season.
“the trolls are fantastic and very interactive for kids! the winter lights are always a treat too”
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Check the arboretum for various volunteer opportunities, ranging from trail restoration to bird watching.
“at almost every event at the arboretum there'll be like 50 different volunteer groups you can sign up for”
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Features a large model train display. Call ahead to confirm the trains are running before visiting.
“call ahead to see when the trains are active. Had some disappointing outings with my kid”
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Discovery Camp runs late into August; bookmark this for future years as it often stays open longer than other programs.
“the arboretum discovery camp runs right up to 8/22 this year”
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Discovery Camp is highly recommended for outdoor activities, but register early as it fills up very quickly.
“It fills up quickly”
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Great spot for toddlers to explore nature.
“Arboretum and Nature Center for the toddler”
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Consider the Arboretum for a nature-focused birthday party.
“Asheville Arboretum”
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Check out Wee Naturalists in the Spring and Fall, or Play & Learn with Ms. Grace or Ms. Marna year-round.
“In the Spring & Fall, Wee Naturalists at the NC Arboretum. Year round, Play & Learn with Ms. Grace or Ms. Marna.”
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KinClub Family Activities is one doorway into KinClub — the intergenerational home built by a family, for families. Keep exploring the rest.
