JOHN A. FINCH ARBORETUM
JOHN A. FINCH ARBORETUM
EVENT TYPE: A walking guide
DISTANCE: 1.25 miles round trip
ELEVATION: Minimal gain
DIFFICULTY: very easy
MAPS: Spokane Parks & Recreation map.
GPS: 47° 38’36”N 117° 27’45”W
DISTANCE: 1.25 miles round trip
ELEVATION: Minimal gain
DIFFICULTY: very easy
MAPS: Spokane Parks & Recreation map.
GPS: 47° 38’36”N 117° 27’45”W
DESCRIPTION:
The John A. Finch Arboretum is one of the most beautiful parks in the Spokane area, and should not be missed.
All seasons are incredible, but early Rocktober before the city rakes up the fallen leaves is my favorite.
The Arboretum planting started in 1949 with 49 specimens comprising of 10 genera and 23 species.
Currently, the arboretum houses over 2000 labeled trees and shrubs representing over 600 species and varieties include 120 genera.
The John A. Finch Arboretum occupies nearly 65 acres of beautiful tree-covered land along Garden Springs Creek in the southwest part of Spokane. Their collections of trees and shrubs include natives of the inland northwest and plants from many parts of the world. They were selected as educationally useful, scientifically important and aesthetically attractive. The Arboretum is used as an outdoor classroom by naturalists, horticulturists, students, gardeners and photographers. Those interested in home landscaping find the Arboretum to be a valuable source of information on plants hardy enough to grow in the Spokane area. The Arboretum’s educational and scientific value are enhanced by seasonal programs and public events throughout the year. The park-like character and natural charm is appreciated by all who enjoy nature’s beauty.
Hungry for more history? Check out John A Finch Arboretum by Tracy Rebstock - SpokaneHistorical.org.
PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED.
All seasons are incredible, but early Rocktober before the city rakes up the fallen leaves is my favorite.
The Arboretum planting started in 1949 with 49 specimens comprising of 10 genera and 23 species.
Currently, the arboretum houses over 2000 labeled trees and shrubs representing over 600 species and varieties include 120 genera.
The John A. Finch Arboretum occupies nearly 65 acres of beautiful tree-covered land along Garden Springs Creek in the southwest part of Spokane. Their collections of trees and shrubs include natives of the inland northwest and plants from many parts of the world. They were selected as educationally useful, scientifically important and aesthetically attractive. The Arboretum is used as an outdoor classroom by naturalists, horticulturists, students, gardeners and photographers. Those interested in home landscaping find the Arboretum to be a valuable source of information on plants hardy enough to grow in the Spokane area. The Arboretum’s educational and scientific value are enhanced by seasonal programs and public events throughout the year. The park-like character and natural charm is appreciated by all who enjoy nature’s beauty.
Hungry for more history? Check out John A Finch Arboretum by Tracy Rebstock - SpokaneHistorical.org.
PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED.
DIRECTIONS:
From I-90, take the Garden Springs Road Exit 277, and turn north off the Interstate. Turn right at the stop sign onto W. Sunset Blvd, head down hill towards Spokane, and be in the right hand lane. Turn right onto "F" street to the Woodland Center and parking.
509.363.5466
509.363.5466
COOL THINGS CLOSE BY:
Palisades Falls, The Spokane River, and the Riverside State Park
HAZARDS:
DO NOT TAKE ANY PETS.THEY DO NOT ALLOW ANIMALS.
R & P:
NA
PLAN YOUR TRIP:
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PHOTO GALLERY
GARDEN SPRING CREEK RUNS THRU THE ARBORETUM
SPRING AT THE FINCH ARBORETUM IS WELL WORTH THE VISIT
AS THE COLORS START TO CHANGE, THE TREES TURN VIBRANT
GARDEN SPRING CREEK CASCADES OFTEN
SOON ALL THIS GRASS WILL BE COVERED IN YELLOW LEAVES
THERE ARE MANY PHOTO OPS ALONG GARDEN SPRINGS CREEK
THERE ARE SEVERAL PLACES TO SIT AND WATCH THE DAY GO BY
THIS IS A ONE OF A KIND IMAGE. THE TREE FELL A FEW YEARS AGO
THE NEXT THREE IMAGES SHOW THE CARPET OF YELLOW ALONG GARDEN SPRING CREEK
