oppd arboretum

Tracyhne

I choose to run in this little park at times with it's wood chip trails and dirt paths through meadows and treed areas. Highly used for people walking dogs and just gout getting a little outdoor time this park is simply a surprise to find inside the city. OPPD has used it as a living classroom and many of the trees are marked so you can identify them and possibly choose them for relieve during the winter and summer months. Small water ways also add to the charm of this place. Please big bags to clean up after dogs. I think the trail way ends up being about a mile in length if you walk the whole course.

155rm

Magnificent maples, heavenly holly, fregrant firs, brilliant browns, elegant orange, are just some of the stunnung scenery at this beautiful little secret place. OPPD made an ugly corner into an educational, adventure of walking trails. No matter the season there is beauty within. Mother Nature has truely touched these trees in an indescribable fashion, proving she also, has a unique style that changes daily. What a wonderful way to share her beauty from within.

timd709

This little park is tucked away just north of Blondo between 102nd and 108th Streets. OPPD has done a wonderful job of creating a very quiet park in the middle of town, and it is fun to take kids there to explore. I have noticed that many time when I visit there are photographers with couples and children using the park as a back drop for photographs.

toddg375

Nice park, a lot of photographers use this place for wedding photos. Lots of trails with bridges, a lot of the trees are tagged so you can discover there names, so you can make it educational for the kids.

mpd_NE

I have driven by the arboretum dozens of times. Finally decided to stop. It is really nice. There is a 1 mile hiking trail around the park. Along the path is many different types of trees along with plates explaining what they are and how large they grow. My wife and I enjoyed walking around and learning more and seeing a range of different trees. This is not a half-day visit, it is a quick 30 minute to 60 minute visit and walk.

Berlinguy030

Beautiful place for wedding photos, great twisting, hilly terrain for walking-- Omaha's not flat! Awesome spot to relax in northwest Omaha.

doovelove

The long route is the better one, out feel you are walking in a dense Forest . Kids enjoyed so much under the shade of trees.And if you are buying a new house you can choose which tree and where to place it would help you save power in summer and winter. Save power save money.

Omajake

This is not a true arboretum like the Morton Arboretum near Chicago. But it is enjoyable for what it is. Many of the trees are just now starting to approach mature size. It's a great place to take a quick hike. Especially if you live within walking distance.

Stuthehistoryguy

This is a great little oasis from urban life. If you stray from the concrete sidewalks and into the heavily-wooded trails with woodchip paths, you may as well be walking in the Maine woods. The diversity of the flora is very impressive; my old girlfriend found some wild plums growing in one section--right before we spotted a young doe grazing in some high foliage. It really can be a magical place.The Arboretum is not without its educational merits, too. If you're planning the landscaping of your yard or acreage, this is the place to see for yourself how "the right tree in the right place" can impact your property. There is even a nod to history as you ascend the zigzag path to the highest point in the park: each curve has a tree cloned from a famous ancestor, including contributions from the estates of Mark Twain and the orchards of Johnny Appleseed.Highly recommended.

RobB618

Love this place! I often take my kids here to get in some hiking and nature viewing. The park and trails are very well maintained. There is a wide variety of trees here, and it is great to see them all in their glory. There is also a very nice gazebo here. More than once it has been the site of a picnic.

tinabean117

We had family photos taken here, and it is a great location for that purpose. Our photos turned out well. I have also visited with my 3 year old, and it is fun to explore!

evolpm

My fiancé and I went to take a stroll and took our cameras along for the ride, (we were glad we did). There weren't too many people, the atmosphere was very nice, lovely sunny day, not overwhelmingly hot since we went in the morning time (7-8:30am), there was this freshly cut grass scent in the air, and a nice breeze to compliment the experience. My favorite place was the sunflower patch, it looked really beautiful with the morning light. My only advice is if you're going in the morning, be careful with the sprinklers! We saw a family get soaked for being in the wrong place! And keep an eye out for the squirrels they are really curious little things, and they'll pose for you if you don't get too close.

boater87

Visited to have wedding pictures taken and, even in November, the place was still worth the effort.