Arnold Arboretum
Jamaica Plain
Arnold Arboretum is a very big, 281-acre park with many a variety of plants, flowers and trees, making it an ideal place for outdoor photography. It is an a welcomed destination for family outings, a romantic date or hanging with friends. There are many trails to take make it ideal for walking, running and even paved paths for biking. During winter, the Arboretum is a great spot for cross country skiing and snowshoeing.
This Park is Best For
The Arnold Arboretum is typically best used for the following:
Basic Info
- Size: Large (281 acres)
- Terrain: Flat, Some Hills
- Transportation: Car, Bus, T (Forest Hills)
- Path Types: Cement, Dirt
- Hours: 7 AM - 7 PM (all days)
- Restrooms: Yes, In the visitor's Center
- Drinking Fountains: Yes, Visitor's Center
- Benches: Yes
- Lights: No
Park Amenities
- Dog-Friendly
- Walking Paths
- Hiking Trails
- Paved Trails for Biking
- Public Art
- Skyline Views
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Fast Facts About Arnold Arboretum:
- The Arboretum is owned and operated by Harvard University.
- It is the oldest public arboretum in North America, established in 1872.
- As of 2011, living collections include 14,980 individual plants (including nursery holdings).
- The second Sunday in May every year is "Lilac Sunday". This is the only day of the year that picnicking is allowed.
Directions
Arnold Arboretum is a large park with many entrances. By T, you can take the Orange Line to Forest Hills and walk to the Blackwell Footpath or Forest Hill Road. You can also take the 38 bus and get off at Centre St @ Arborway on the 38 Bus – this is a short walk to the main entrance and Visitor Center on the Arborway. There is also plenty of parking on the Arborway, but it can get crowded on weekends.
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