Garvan Woodland Gardens: Dierks Promenade
Garvan Woodland Gardens is an example of the Natural State at its best: a canopy of pines reaching skyward providing protection for delicate flora and fauna, gentle lapping waves that unfold along the four miles of wooded shoreline, and rocky inclines that remind everyone of the surrounding Ouachita Mountains. Verna Cook Garvan was devoted to creating a world-class botanical garden on her Lake Hamilton property and lovingly filled the area with beautiful trees, flowers and other unique landscape creations.
She donated the land to the University of Arkansas School of Architecture and continued adding to the beauty of the gardens until her death in 1993. The university undertook a major cataloging project to record every species of plant life so that plans to expand would fit in perfectly with the already-magnificent flora and fauna. Today the gardens continue to dazzle visitors of all ages. Come experience a serene nature retreat in the heart of the Natural State.
Details
- Price includes admission to gardens.
- Garvan Gardens is open from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. April 1 thru October, and 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. November thru March.
- Please allow at least 2 hours to enjoy the gardens.
- Activity is appropriate for all ages -- children under 16 must be accompanied by a adult.
- Pets are allowed but must be carried or on a leash. A $4 maintenance fee applies.
- Grounds are handicap accessible.
- Smoking is not permitted on the grounds.
- Cameras and video cameras are permitted.
