Functioning as the botanical gardens for the University of Arkansas, Garvan Woodland Gardens allows visitors to sample the flora and fauna of the Ouachita Mountains in southwest Arkansas. Located across 4.5 miles of wooded shoreline, the mission of the gardens is to preserve and protect the mountains’ natural environment while providing natural resources that promote learning, research, and culture. Reservations for groups of 20 or more are required by booking 2 weeks in advance. Visitors can also take a self-guided tour through the gardens’ 210 acres, while groups of 10 or more can partake in docent-guided tours. The recommended time to tour the gardens is a minimum of 2.5 hours.

Address: Garvan Woodland Gardens, 550 Arkridge Road, Hot Springs National Park, AR 71913, Phone: 501-262-9300, Garvan Woodland Gardens Video, Facebook

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