Joslin Garden — Attraction in Raleigh

This small park/garden is an oasis of peace and beauty featuring meandering footpaths, a trickling stream and several sitting areas for quiet reflection. The wooded site is dominated by massive pines, poplars, and other forest trees. The understory features an eclectic and pleasing mix of native and non-native plants. A meandering stroll on all the trails could fill an hour, but not much more. On our Saturday afternoon visit, the office was closed but a non-accessible basement restroom was apparently available via an outside entrance. Trails are narrow with lots of ups and downs. Parking on site is limited, 10 cars might fit if everyone was careful. Could maybe park on the street, but roads are narrow. Well...

After visiting Joslin Garden last month, I wanted to share a heads up for others: the area near the fountain isn’t as idyllic as it seems. I am sure I spotted a rat moving through the garden areas , which was pretty concerning and ruined my experience there. If you’re planning a visit, maybe keep an eye out and report any issues to management so they can address it before it becomes a...

A little gem amidst a beautiful residential neighborhood. I was pleasantly surprised by my visit here. A family member of the former owners lives in an apartment attached to the house, so be respectful and ask if you want to collect any produce growing on the property :) I came here to collect insects and had...