Jacksonville Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
- Botanical garden
- Regional draw
- Jacksonville
Woodland trails and a lake loop make this Jacksonville arboretum a useful escape from the city's busier waterfront attractions. The landscape introduces the region's plants through a combination of maintained garden areas and more natural terrain.
Choose a route to suit your group: the paved lake loop differs from the grades and surfaces on other trails. Bring water and check the operator's gate times, trail notices, and current admission arrangements.
Visitor details reviewed October 17, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
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