Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, Botanical garden in Vail, Colorado.
The Betty Ford Alpine Gardens contain over 2,000 plant varieties, including 500 types of wildflowers spread across multiple dedicated garden sections and exhibitions.
The garden establishment occurred in 1985 through collaboration between Vail and Denver horticulturists, receiving its current name in 1988 to honor First Lady Betty Ford.
The gardens feature seasonal workshops, plant conservation programs, and educational activities that promote understanding of mountain ecosystems throughout the year.
Located at 522 South Frontage Road East in Vail, the gardens remain open daily from sunrise to sunset with no entrance fee but accept donations.
At 8,200 feet elevation in the Rocky Mountains, these gardens maintain the distinction of being the highest botanical garden in North America.
Location: Colorado
Website: http://bettyfordalpinegardens.org
GPS coordinates: 39.63970,-106.36600
Latest update: March 4, 2025 02:46
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