Springtime is almost here! That means that the trails will be messy and muddy as the ground thaws. Please dress appropriately, stay on the trails, and use caution on slopes.
A gentle reminder that all natural materials - including the wildflowers - are to remain in the forest.
Help us protect the natural beauty for future generations by NOT plucking or stepping on the wildflowers!
Thank you for your support!
Hayes Arboretum Staff
Important News from Hayes Arboretum (Updated 3/2/2021):
Main Entrance is Open Tuesday-Saturday, 9-5pm.
East Side Trailhead is Open dawn to dusk, every day.
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Hiking trails can be accessed from the Main Entrance (801 Elks Road) and the East Side Trailhead (corner of Hayes Arboretum Road and Woodside Drive).
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Mountain Bike Trails are accessed from the East Side Trailhead and are weather dependent. Please confirm the status of the mountain bike trails here.
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The Nature Playscape, including the Butterfly and Herb gardens, are OPEN for public use. The boxes containing the smaller components of the playscape will currently remain off limits.
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The restrooms are OPEN and can be accessed from the back of the Nature Center.
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All buildings remain CLOSED to the public.
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Auto Tour is now periodically CLOSED due to the ground thawing. Please feel free to call the day of the visit to verify it is open or closed to the public.
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No building rentals or future booking/reservations for any indoor spaces at this time.
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No school programs or Naturalist-led events are being scheduled at this current time. Homeschooling families - pleased email to learn how you can use Hayes Arboretum as an educational field trip.
Thank you for understanding.
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!
Please use leash and clean up after pets.
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Returning this summer! Our popular activities are coming back with new themes!
More details to come!
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 Hiking TrailsCome explore our seventeen 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 three-mile driving tour. Admission is $5 per car, and free for members. |
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 Programs and EventsWe 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. |  Bee-come a member!Becoming a member is one of the best ways to support the Arboretum, and members receive a variety of benefits in return. |