Three miles of trails roll through a mix of old growth and planted forest on a hillside that rolls onto the Monongahela River floodplain. if you're in Morgantown from late March to early May stop by to see which wildflowers are in bloom. The 91-acre arboretum is managed by the WVU Biology department. Free self-guided walk maps available at the entrance, with plant descriptions.
Core Arboretum
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