Viles Arboretum
Community Services/Non-ProfitsHours:
153 Hospital St, Augusta ME 04330 Hours
Wednesday
10:30AM - 4:30PM
About Viles Arboretum
Viles Arboretum is a 224-acre, no-fee botanical garden located in Maine’s Capital City. It features 6 miles of trails, a visitor center, gift shop, and excellent wildlife viewing. The trails are good for hiking, dog walking, and bird watching, with many educational plaques and QR code maps throughout. While some forested trail portions can be difficult and not handicap accessible, most trails through the grassy areas are great for the whole family. It is a nice place to explore, with new trails and signage added. Visitors can see wildlife like a Great Blue Heron, and dogs are allowed on leash. The arboretum also hosts rotating programs and events. After rain, paths can become overly sloshy. Overall, it is a cute, inspirational place for walking, picnics, and enjoying the outdoors.
Most Recent Reviews
December 2025
very cute very local interesting interactive wildlife inside the visitor center very cool for kids and adult adults. Lots of history throughout the entire property really fun to explore. Staff was very friendly and informative. Definitely coming back in the summer.
November 2025
I come to Viles Arboretum about once a month to hike, which I enjoy. However, I wanted to comment on my recent experience in the new barn! David went above and beyond for the Project WILD event to make sure that we were comfortable and had everything that we needed. He had tremendous enthusiasm as a facilitator.
November 2025
This place is gorgeous with lovely art and trails. The historical plaques are also very interesting.
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