Before You Go
What it’s actually like with a dog
Dogs allowed is only the start. When we haven’t verified something, we say so instead of filling the gap.
- Dog policy
- Dogs are welcome on the grounds. Keep your dog leashed at all times and pick up after them. Dog waste stations and trash cans are available throughout the gardens.
- Patio / outdoor details
- Sixteen acres of botanical gardens, the Todd Willis Nature Trail through native woodlands, a meditation grove, and a children's area. Grounds are open daily 6 a.m.–10 p.m. Splash pad is seasonal (Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, 9 a.m.–7 p.m.).
- Water
- Not yet verified
- Shade
- Yes
- Best time to visit
- Early morning or evening in summer; cooler months for a longer garden walk.
Notes: Dog policy from the Arboretum's own visitor note (leash + pickup + waste stations). Confirm any special-event restrictions before you go.
Dog policies, hours, and availability can change. Verify directly before visiting. In a Central Texas summer, skip hot pavement in the middle of the afternoon even if the listing looks good on paper.