University of New Mexico Arboretum

The University of New Mexico Arboretum spreads across the campus grounds with approximately 320 species of woody plants. The collection includes native varieties such as Pinyon Pine and Desert Willow as well as specimens from other climates and continents.

The arboretum began as an educational resource within the university and grew into a center for botanical research. Over time, it expanded to support scientific work and environmental studies across campus.

The name reflects its purpose as a tree collection on campus. You'll find native plants like Pinyon Pine and Desert Willow growing alongside specimens from distant regions, all integrated into the university landscape.

The garden sits on the university campus and is freely accessible to visitors, best explored on foot. Spring and fall offer the most pleasant visiting conditions, when weather is mild and plants are actively growing.

The high desert location creates conditions that only certain plants can survive. Many visitors overlook how this space demonstrates growing a diverse plant life in one of the driest regions of the country.

Location: New Mexico

GPS coordinates: 35.08500,-106.62200

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:25