Alta Vista Gardens

Alta Vista Gardens is a botanical garden in Vista, California, organized into 17 distinct zones. Each zone features specialized plant collections, including an Australian Garden, California Natives Garden, and Culinary Herbs Garden.

The Botanical Garden Foundation established this garden in 1999 on public land in Vista with local government approval. The project grew from an initiative to develop green space within the community.

Large metal sculptures, including dinosaur replicas by Ricardo Breceda and works by artists Melissa Ralston, Steve Bundy, and Lia Strell, stand throughout the space. These artworks become part of your visual experience as you walk through the different themed areas.

The garden features walking paths that connect the different zones and make exploration straightforward. Comfortable shoes and a leisurely pace help you see everything at a relaxed speed.

The space maintains thousands of milkweed plants that support local wildlife populations. This effort earned national recognition as a certified habitat from the National Wildlife Federation and North American Butterfly Association.

Location: California

Website: http://altavistagardens.org

GPS coordinates: 33.21020,-117.21900

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:51