The North Carolina Arboretum

434-Acre Forest Arboretum

The North Carolina Arboretum is a 434-acre public garden set inside the Pisgah National Forest just outside Asheville, with cultivated gardens, bonsai exhibits, and 10 miles of hiking and biking trails.

Discovery Camps and Wee Naturalists

Programs include:
- Discovery Camps summer day camps
- Wee Naturalists early-childhood program
- OAK Drop-off Program
- EXPLOREcorps High School Volunteer Program
- Project EXPLORE school field trips
- Birthday parties

What's Included

• Cultivated garden and forest trail access
• Bonsai Exhibition
• Naturalist-led camp curriculum
• Group field trip booking

Experience

Outdoor large-scale arboretum + national forest setting. Best for kids who like long trail days, native plants, and structured naturalist programs.