Visitor Etiquette

To keep the gardens beautiful and safe for all our guests, please abide by these rules and requests.

• Children under 16 years of age need to be accompanied by an adult at all times.
• Dogs, on a leash, are allowed in the gardens. Please bring bags or use those provided to pick up after your pets.
• The Arboretum is a smoke-free campus; this includes vaping and e-cigarettes.
• Garden Art is not to be climbed upon or tampered with in any way.
• Do not climb waterfalls, play in fountains, and throw anything in the pond.
• Active sports and games are not permitted. Prohibited games and activities include, but are not limited to football, baseball, and soccer.
• Please do not stand or walk in the garden beds, on the walls, or climb the trees.
• Do not pick the flowers or collect any plant materials.
• Do not feed or disturb the wildlife.
• Bicycles, skateboards, etc. are not allowed in the gardens. There are designated spots out front near the parking lot for bikes.
• Firearms are prohibited.
• All outdoor flames including candles and grills are prohibited.
• Amplified music or noise-making devices are not permitted unless preapproved by the Arboretum staff.
• Filming and commercial photography permits are issued by NHC Government. Reach them by calling 910-798-7177. New Hanover County requires a minimum of three business days advance notice to process applications.