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Park Description

  • The Arboretum is located along the south edge of the main parking lot.
  • This demonstration and research garden is maintained by the Colorado State University Extension Office.
  • The Arboretum is a garden over 50,000 square feet utilized for demonstration and research of local ornamental grasses, shrubs and trees.
  • This 'living library' is a space where plant lovers, school groups, and others can come to learn more about native Western Colorado and Eastern Utah plants.
  • A walking path (wheelchair friendly) meanders through the gardens and leads to a small outdoor amphitheater.
  • For additional information about the Arboretum, please contact the Colorado State University Extension Office directly.
Photograph of the Arboretum Park showing parking lot, wood fence, trees and shrubs

Amphitheater

  • The Arboretum includes a small amphitheater, which can seat up to 200 people.
  • It can be used for environmental and educational programs.

Colorado State University

The following clubs, societies, programs, and projects are all part of the Colorado State University Extension Office.

  • CSU Master Gardener Program
  • CSU Lavender Project
  • Tri River Native Plant Master Program 

Park photographs