Help us remove invasive plants from our forests!
We are excited to announce that we are now accredited through ArbNet!
Help us remove invasive plants from our forests!
SPECIAL HOURS
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The Main Entrance (801 Elks Rd) open every day, 7am-7pm
from now until the end of October.
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The East Side (corner of Hayes Arb Rd and Woodside Dr)
open every day, dawn to dusk.
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Nature Center, Auto Tour, & Restrooms open Tues-Sat, 9-5pm.
Hayes Arboretum is a private property and classified forest. This means that you cannot collect or hunt mushrooms, flowers, plants, animals, and other natural objects from the property without permission of Hayes Arboretum staff.
Please follow these rules and stay on the trails.
Help us protect the forest for future generations.
Thank you!
Dogs are welcomed!
Visitors must leash and clean up after dogs.
 Hiking TrailsCome explore our sixteen miles of hiking trails, the heart and soul of the Arboretum. |  Auto TourSee the beautiful scenery of Hayes Arboretum from the comfort of your car on this two-mile driving tour. Admission is $5 per car and free for members. |
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 ProgramsWe host a variety of programs and events throughout the year for all ages, including public hikes, school field trips, and special celebrations. |  Mountain BikingHayes Arboretum's Mountain Bike trails are located on the East Side of the property, on the corner of Woodside Dr. and Hayes Arb Rd. Before riding, you must sign a one-time safety waiver, and of course, wear a helmet! |
 Continuing the TraditionThe Arboretum has a history of over 100 years of environmental stewardship; Stanley Hayes bought his first parcels of land in 1915. |  MembershipBecoming a member is one of the best ways to support the Arboretum, and members receive a variety of benefits in return. |
StoryWalk: We're Going on a Bear Hunt
Now - September | 7AM - 7PM
Begins behind Nature Center
(801 Elks Road)
ArbLeaf
Now - Oct 31st | 7AM - 7PM
Meet in the Nature Playscape
(801 Elks Road).
Fall Weed Wrangle
Saturday, Sept 7th | 10AM - Noon
Meet in the Annex/Turner-Grey Room
(801 Elks Road).
American Discovery Trail Hiking Club
Tuesday, Sept 10th | 4PM
Meet in the Annex/Turner-Grey Room
(801 Elks Road).
Eastern Indiana Beekeepers
Tuesday, Sept 17th | 6:30PM
Meet in the Nature Center
(801 Elks Road).
Fall Mushroom Program
Saturday, Oct 5th | 10AM - Noon
Meet in the Annex/Turner-Grey Room
(801 Elks Road).
Fall Seed Collection
Saturday, Oct 26th | 10AM - Noon
Meet in the Annex/Turner-Grey Room
(801 Elks Road).
American Discovery Trail Hiking Club
Tuesday, Oct 1st | 4PM
Meet in the Annex/Turner-Grey Room
(801 Elks Road).