Simmons Arboretum

Simmons Arboretum is a planted garden with walking paths winding through native Mississippi trees, shrubs, and vegetation, each labeled for easy identification.

The land came as a donation from Dr. Walter Simmons and his family to the City of Madison, converting an undeveloped site into an educational nature space.

The space serves as a Blue Star Memorial dedicated to honoring military service, maintained by a local gardening community.

You can enter free of charge via St. Augustine Drive, where wooden bridges help guide you along the different trails. Bring comfortable shoes since paths wind through both higher and lower ground.

The site combines wetlands with small hills, creating multiple distinct habitats that exist side by side. Elevated observation points scattered throughout give you chances to watch birds and other wildlife in their natural settings.

Location: Mississippi

GPS coordinates: 32.44930,-90.07440

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:41