Remove Ads
4.5
128 votes

Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest

2075 Clermont Rd, Clermont, Kentucky 40110 USA

Free
Free to Visit
Open Now
Tue 7a-8p
  • Independent
  • Pet Friendly
Add to Trip
Remove Ads

“More than you'd expect”

Isaac W. Bernheim established Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest in 1929. Groups are welcome for meetings, programs, school outings, guided tours, weddings and other special events. Bernheim has a collection of sculpture on the grounds throughout the arboretum. Its Garden Pavilion landscape showcases small, specialized plantings in eleven triangular shaped beds and a water garden. In addition, The Education Center features a newly designed shade garden around the pool, jazzed-up hummingbird and butterfly gardens, and a renovated Kingfisher Pond.

Read More >
Add Review
Thanks!
Your Rating
1
2
3
4
5

Reviewed by
willtravel4pix

  • 1 Review
  • 1 Helpful
February 12, 2022
Rated 5.0

This was a great stop on our road trip south. It’s right off the highway and provided plenty of opportunities to stretch our legs, eat our picnic lunch, and enjoy the amazing sights. The was a family favorite and we would definitely stop again.

1 person found this review helpful

Reviewed by
Brandon Hite

  • Expert
  • 155 Reviews
  • 118 Helpful
June 02, 2021
Rated 5.0

Only been here once, but I couldn’t say more positive things. We planned a day trip expecting to be here a few hours tops..ended up spending 6 hours including pushing the kids along so we actually got to see all three of the forest giants. Easily could spend an entire day there letting the kids explore and taking easy hikes around.

They also just started adding new “playcosystem” areas for kids to play with, and our kids had a blast. They only stopped to eat.

It’s technically free to get in, but they encourage a $10 donation per car load. I’ll happily pay that for the amount of fun we had and to keep this beautiful park around.

1 person found this review helpful

Reviewed by
mandaboles

  • 2 Reviews
  • 2 Helpful
May 06, 2021
Rated 5.0

The forest giants are a great way to stretch your legs & let the kids have an adventure during a road trip. Just 5 minutes off the interstate. Very fun.

1 person found this review helpful

Reviewed by
roadtripperCLC

  • 1 Review
  • 1 Helpful
March 21, 2021
Rated 4.0

Nice park to visit and stretch your legs after a long drive. Free admission but they do except donations for entry.

1 person found this review helpful

Reviewed by
mandaboles

  • 2 Reviews
  • 2 Helpful
July 07, 2019
Rated 5.0

This place is so cool! It's a great stop right off the highway to explore and stretch your legs. Lots of kid friendly areas, including "giants" which are natural sculptures sprinkled throughout.

1 person found this review helpful

Reviewed by
James Fisher

  • Road Warrior
  • 534 Reviews
  • 491 Helpful
November 03, 2014
Rated 4.0

Beautiful forest area to wander around, not too far outside Louisville.

1 person found this review helpful

Be the first to add a review to the Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest.

Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest

2075 Clermont Rd
Clermont, Kentucky
40110 USA
Remove Ads

Hours

Open now until 8:00 pm
  • Sun - Sat: 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

Problem with this listing? Let us know.

Has RV parking changed? Let us know.

Remove Ads

Good for bird watching, educational opportunities, and walking.

  • Check
    Parking
  • Check
    Pets Allowed
  • Unknown
    Restrooms
  • Unknown
    Wifi
  • Unknown
    Wheelchair Accessible
  • Unknown
    Credit Cards Accepted
See More Details (9)

Parking

Remove Ads

Nearby Hotels

Louisville, Kentucky
Louisville, Kentucky
St. Matthews, Kentucky
Muldraugh, Kentucky
FastBook
$$

Click to discover a
great deal!

Bardstown, Kentucky
FastBook

Click to discover a
great deal!

Remove Ads
Remove Ads
65191