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Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
The Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization in Jacksonville, Florida, with seven different hiking trails, 13 distinct ecosystems, curated gardens, and a variety of community-loved events.
Surrounded by business and residential developments, asphalt, and bustle, the Arboretum is a place to walk through the woods, learn about plants and wildlife, view nature, and enjoy quiet solitude. The 136-acres that comprise JABG consist of freshwater and tidal marshes, upland hardwood forests, pine flatwoods, dry prairies, bottomland forests, live oak hammocks, and more.
The Arboretum serves as a green oasis in the midst of our city, providing a space for all guests to learn from and connect with nature. Come see it for yourself!
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Find peace and connect with nature at our 136-acre reserve of award-winning nature trails and gardens.
- 1445 Millcoe Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32225
- Open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Last entry at 6:30 p.m.
- (904) 318-4342
- $3 per person daily admission. Children 3 years and under are free.
- Dogs welcome on leash. Differs for special events.
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
A Brush With Nature
During this exciting weekend event, the public can explore JABG's natural wonders while watching the region’s top plein air artists paint in its beautiful settings.
Saturday, May 31 through Sunday, June 1
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- $3 Admission
- $35 A Brunch at Brush
Host an Event
The Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is a 136-acre, beautiful picturesque property. Centered around a gorgeous, gleaming lake, it offers natural trails with creeks and 13 different eco-systems. Only 10 mins from downtown, this ideal venue is in Arlington, just off of 295 on the east side of the city.
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Photography
Reservations and fees will be required for professional photographers. Guidelines for each category can be found on the photography policy page.
Photography should not interfere with the enjoyment of other guests and should not create any safety concerns. Please stay on paths or designated visitor areas to avoid damage to plants.
No photographs of identifiable people may be taken nor shared with others without the written consent of each person photographed.
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Field Trips & Educational Programs
An arboretum is a garden with a focus on trees. Our arboretum is so much more! With 7 natural trails and 13 different eco systems, we are the perfect place to learn about science and nature.
We have an admission price of $3/person – children under 3 are free. For Title One schools the rate is reduced to $1/person. Tour guides are available based on availability and if a tour guide is provided for your group our admission charge is $5/person. If you would like a tour guide, please make the request in the form below in the “additional information” section.
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Volunteer
Greeters and Guest Relations – Interact with our guests in a casual way. Sit or stand at the entrance or walk about the Arboretum “getting your steps”. Answer questions, meet and greet other lovers of the Arboretum as you represent our lovely gardens.
Trail Maintenance – Conservation Corps is for those who are hard core environmentalists! They help maintain our trails by eradicating invasive plant species and create unique settings for our guests on the outlying ecosystems of the Arboretum. This team is more advanced and requires additional screening to join.
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