Park & nature
Hayes Arboretum
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Hayes Arboretum is a 466-acre nature preserve in Richmond, Indiana, offering visitors a peaceful escape into diverse ecosystems. With over 15 miles of hiking trails winding through woodlands, meadows, and wetlands, it's a haven for hikers, birdwatchers, and nature lovers. The arboretum features themed gardens, including a native plant garden and a children's discovery garden, plus a visitor center with educational exhibits. Distinctive for its size and variety of habitats, it provides year-round opportunities to observe wildlife and seasonal blooms.
Don't miss
- Hike the 2-mile Sugar Bush Trail through a mature beech-maple forest
- Visit the Butterfly Garden to see native pollinators in summer
- Explore the interactive exhibits at the Arthur F. Hayes Visitor Center
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Hayes Arboretum
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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