Fernwood Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve
Fernwood is a special place where people, plants, and nature come together. Beautiful gardens surrounded by forest are tucked into a landscape of 105 acres of cultivated and natural areas along the scenic St. Joseph River valley. Fernwood's nature preserve, with its tall trees, tranquil ponds, abundant springs, and carpets of wildflowers, is a magical place that draws people back again and again.
Trails provide access to all parts of the preserve, allowing visitors to see a remarkable variety of plants and wildlife. Some trails climb steeply while others offer gentle grades. All are kept simple so visitors remain close to nature. Surfaces are wood-chipped or bare earth, and there are steps on hilly portions and boardwalks over wet areas. Benches provide places to rest and observe the beautiful surroundings. Species of endangered or threatened Michigan plants and animals are protected in the preserve.
The garden trails are paved, but preserve trails are not wheelchair accessible.
Member's Events
13988 Range Line Road
Niles
Dog Days
9:00am - 11:00am
Sat, May 31 - Sat, Oct 18
13988 Range Line Road
Niles
Dog Days
9:00am - 11:00am
Sat, Jun 07 - Sat, Oct 25
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Niles
Pride Month Tea Hike
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Sat, Jun 07
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Niles
Summer Camp: Forest Transformed
1:30pm - 4:30pm
Tue, Jun 10 - Fri, Jun 13
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Niles
Summer Volunteer Orientation
10:30am - 1:30pm
Sat, Jun 14
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Niles
Dog Days
9:00am - 11:00am
Sat, Jun 14 - Sat, Nov 01
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Niles
Father's Day Nature Tour
9:00am - 12:00pm
Sun, Jun 15
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Niles
Pollinator Week
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tue, Jun 17 - Sun, Jun 22
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Niles
Community Benefit Dinner at Granor Farm
6:30pm - 10:00pm
Thu, Jun 19
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Niles
Summer Solstice Celebration
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Fri, Jun 20
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Niles
Dog Days
9:00am - 11:00am
Sat, Jun 21 - Sat, Nov 08
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Niles
Summer Concert: Redbud Ramblers
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sat, Jun 28