October – April: Open daily 8am – 5pm. Last admission 1 hour before closing.

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Arboretum Hours


(Last admission 1 hour before closing)

October through April: Open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
May: Open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
June through August: Open 6:00 a.m. to 12 Noon Wednesday through Monday, closed on Tuesdays.
September: Open 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Wednesday through Monday, closed on Tuesdays.

Holiday Closures:
Independence Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day

Admission

Adult

$24.95

Youth (Ages 13-17)

$24.95

Child (Ages 5 – 12)

$10

Members & Children under 5

$0

General Guidelines

Please follow these guidelines to make your visit safe and enjoyable:

  1. Stay on designated trails at all times.
  2. Leashed and well-behaved pets are welcome! Pets must be on a leash no longer than six feet and under the physical control of the owner. Pet owners are responsible for cleanup.
  3. Open flames of any kind are not permitted
  4. Children must be closely supervised by an adult at all times.
  5. Smoking is strictly prohibited at the Boyce Thompson Arboretum except in the main parking lot in front of the Visitor Center.
  6. Do not pick flowers, fruits, or plant parts from any plant.
  7. Do not remove anything from the Arboretum grounds including plants, leaves, flowers, fruits, sticks, rocks, feathers or wildlife.
  8. Do not damage or harm any plant or animal.
  9. The use of drones is strictly prohibited.
Tours at Boyce Thompson Arboretum

Walks &
Tours

From general tours to specialty walks focusing on birds, or ethnobotany, you’ll find the perfect tour for you!
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Events &
Activities

Each season brings exciting events and activities, from Family Days to afterhours Star Gazing! Check out our webinars, too!
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Weddings &
Private Events

Picture your intimate outdoor wedding, surrounded by loved ones, in a romantic garden location and a spectacular setting.
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