San Diego Botanic Garden, Botanical garden in Encinitas, California.
The San Diego Botanic Garden extends across 37 acres with 4 miles of trails that connect different environmental zones and garden sections.
Ruth Baird Larabee donated her private property to San Diego County in 1957, establishing the foundation for what would later become the San Diego Botanic Garden.
The garden offers educational programs throughout the year, teaching participants about plant care, propagation techniques, and sustainable landscape design methods.
Visitors can access 29 themed gardens through designated pathways, with advance reservations recommended to guarantee admission to the facilities.
The garden maintains the largest public bamboo collection in the United States, featuring numerous species within its specialized groves.
Location: California
Inception: January 1, 1970
Fee: Yes
Address: 230 Quail Gardens Drive 92024 Encinitas
Website: http://sdbgarden.org
GPS coordinates: 33.05220,-117.28100
Latest update: September 20, 2025 21:00
San Diego contains nature parks, zoos and museums. The city features historic districts including Gaslamp Quarter and Little Italy. San Diego Zoo houses 3500 animals, while Balboa Park offers gardens and museums. La Jolla Cove and Mission Beach provide water sports areas. Torrey Pines and Sunset Cliffs nature reserves border the coast. SeaWorld and the Midway Museum stand among main attractions.
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