Mount Pisgah Arboretum, Botanical garden near Eugene, Oregon, United States.
Mount Pisgah Arboretum covers 209 acres (85 ha) inside the 2,300-acre Howard Buford Recreation Area, between the Coast Fork of the Willamette River and the slopes of Mount Pisgah near Eugene-Springfield. Its 7 miles of riverside trails cross 23 bridges through riparian meadows, evergreen forest, a preserved oak savanna, a water garden and wildflower meadows.
The arboretum was founded in 1973 when Friends of Mount Pisgah Arboretum started building trails and bridges across the land. Early efforts focused on removing non-native plants to restore the natural habitat and make the space accessible to visitors.
The place draws nature lovers who walk the trails and watch birds throughout the year. Visitors come to experience different landscapes and learn about native plants in their natural settings.
The grounds have about 7 miles of walking paths with numerous bridges connecting different habitats. The trails are well maintained and allow visitors to explore at their own pace.
The arboretum's plant list records 67 families, 231 genera and 339 species on the site. Its habitats also shelter the western pond turtle, an endangered species, and the red-legged frog, listed as sensitive, alongside bats, deer, coyotes and foxes.
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