California Botanic Garden - Claremont, California

Jessica Y.

Wow this garden has it all! Plenty of parking (admission is $15 for adults), so many different trees, flowers, birds, and other animals!
I came here years ago by myself and it was not this neatly organized/admission was free. I returned with my husband and the changes are so massive-including the size of the garden!!
We enjoyed bird listening and watching here. We also loved the diversity of creatures running around-squirrels, rabbits, turtles, and lizards (I personally don’t like bugs so I ignored and avoided the butterflies and bees)!
It has endless paths that we tried exploring as much as we could and didn’t see it all! There are at least two ponds and some shady spots, but majority is in the sun (bringing a sunbrella helps majorly).
I highly recommend this place for nature lovers, kids, bird watchers, and explorers!! We had a great time and I definitely will be back!

Oh and their bathrooms were surprisingly so clean AND they had water fountains which were so needed because we left our water in the car!!

Summit E. C.

The Botanical Garden is a natural haven for planners who want to incorporate lush greenery and serene outdoor settings into their events. From ceremonies under the trees to receptions surrounded by vibrant blooms, this venue creates an enchanting atmosphere. We love how the expansive spaces allow for flexible catering setups and smooth guest experiences. It’s perfect for nature-inspired events and weddings.

Jim K.

Nice walking trails thru a mixture of locally grown plant life on display that visitors can associate with. All in all, I found the self-guided pathways to be an enjoyable exercise adventure confirming botanic references!
I wasn’t sure what to expect, as with public gardens, they typically tend to be beautifully decorated with flowers, plants and trees, offering different varieties of popular horticulture. This particular garden is known for its local Southern California variety.
Since my visit was at the supposed end of an historic drought, it seemed a challenge for operators to find common ground irrespective of seasonal changes. While some off-trail areas were appearing a bit dry and lifeless, the desert garden aspect was reassuring of the possibilities that may exist with drought tolerant gardening!
It would be interesting to see the contrast with rain soaked soil and the adaptation to changing conditions!

Eric H.

It's a truly hidden gem near the Historic Route 66. We came for a wedding party and stayed in the nearby Double Tree hotel. In the morning we decided to take a walk from last night's big party. The hotel staff recommended that we visited this Botanic Garden. It's really a great experience to take a walk in the quiet natural garden. We will definitely recommend it to anyone who visits the nearby region.

Genevieve Q.

It was a $10 entry fee which isn’t so bad. This place was so beautiful! I was there for about an hour an a half and still had so much more I did not get to explore. Definitely need to come back here and finish my journey.

Aylet G.

My sister and I visited for the first time this week and it was a wonderful experience! It's such a comfortable and relaxing place to visit. I absolutely enjoyed being here and I hope to have lots of future visits!

Pamela H.

I visit here often. Great display of California native plants. This visit was special because I got to go at night for the holiday.

Guadalupe S.

It's such a beautiful place. My wife and I spent a couple of hours exploring and still need to come back to see the rest. It's a way bigger space than we realized, which was awesome. There are plenty of bathrooms and water stations as well as a good amount of shade and benches. It's really cool to see so many of our native plants and ecosystems. There was even a wedding taking place when we visited today. They have the garden broken down into categories of natural ecosystems, and the bird and butterfly garden were my wife's favorites. Can't wait to come back!