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Washington Park Arboretum, Seattle, WA

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Washington Park Arboretum

A jointly managed Seattle arboretum of about 230 acres with a large woody plant collection, trails, and wetlands, open to the public free of charge.

2300 Arboretum Drive E, Seattle, WA 98112 · Seattle, WA

About Washington Park Arboretum

The Washington Park Arboretum is a 230-acre living collection on Lake Washington in Seattle, run jointly by the University of Washington Botanic Gardens and the City of Seattle. Its woody plant collection is central to the site, and visitors can wander its trails on their own, join guided tours, or take part in classes and family programs. The grounds combine cultivated gardens, natural areas, and wetlands. The Graham Visitors Center offers maps, restrooms, and a gift shop, while the Japanese Garden at the south end is a separate, paid attraction run by the city.

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