Much of the path is shaded, and its design shelters it from wind. Benches and grassy knolls give you the chance to pause and breathe it all in. Lawns at the west end, near the Peter J. There are picnic tables behind the Putah Creek Lodge, and in the shady T.
Elliot Weier Redwood Grove. The Arboretum Terrace Garden on the east side of Davis Commons shopping center is another hidden gem. For speedy walkers, it takes at least an hour to complete. The intended entrance is through the Shovel Gateway Sculpture just west of the Davis Commons parking lot behind the center at First and D streets.
The sculpture by artist Chris Fennell — a bronze arch formed from donated spades all welded together — serves as a symbolic and geographic link between the city and university. Want to picnic? Grab provisions at Whole Foods Market, or a salad, burger, sandwich, sushi or pizza slice from one of several restaurants.
Getting started To begin the loop, head straight through the arch, toward Putah Creek; avoid the higher bike path. Although bicycles are permitted in several sections, the paths and gardens are pedestrian-oriented, and best appreciated on foot. The path stays close to the water, and occasionally sends you over bridges or across campus roadways. We welcome families, visitors of all ages, even dogs on leashes.
Check out the Arboretum visitor map which offers options for three different walking tours and includes suggested places to park for each. Visitors interested in hourly parking rates, be sure to use ParkMobile parking zone: , otherwise, only the daily rates appear.
Download the Arboretum's Visitor Map to see our 3 suggested loop trails. The west end of the Arboretum and the Arboretum Terrace Garden limited hours at the east end of the Arboretum are level and most easily accessible to wheelchairs and people with limited mobility.
Disability accommodations for programs will be provided with advanced notice. Please call or email your request to arboretum ucdavis. We also offer PDFs of our educational exhibits for visitors with limited mobility. Click here to see a list of our destinations with downloadable exhibits.
As you wander the Arboretum see map below , keep in mind that each location has a story — hundreds of community volunteers and nearly student interns are involved in every aspect of the creation, care and maintenance of our space.
This map prints best on 11" H x 17" W paper, but can be squeezed onto smaller size paper. Or, go green and open it directly on your smartphone as you explore! Download the Map This map prints best on 11" H x 17" W paper, but can be squeezed onto smaller size paper.
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