You’ll Find More Than 750 Varieties Of Plants At The Arboretum At Flagstaff In Arizona
It’s amazing what can grow in a desert landscape. Just check out the gorgeous Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, a place I occasionally visit and walk around in amazement. While this is certainly the best-known and most-visited botanical garden in the state, there’s one hidden gem destination a bit further up north worth checking out. With more than 750 plants that can withstand arid, drought-like conditions, The Arboretum At Flagstaff in Arizona is an underrated botanical garden we think you should visit.
The Arboretum at Flagstaff is quite a hidden gem -- literally! It's located three miles down a Forest Service Road off of S. Woody Mountain Road.
Sitting at 7,000 feet, the property the Arboretum sits on was gardened by Frances McAllister after she built a home here. She took to planting native species that could withstand high altitudes and dry conditions.
You can explore The Arboretum and its well-manicured gardens on a self-guided hike or participate in a wildflower walk held on the first Friday of every month.
Birds are also abundant here -- in fact, over 130 species have been spotted over the years! Informative bird walks are held on specific dates throughout the year for an extra charge, but it's well worth it if you enjoy birding!
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