Accessibility

Cox Arboretum and Gardens is committed to making its exhibits, programs, gardens, and facilities as accessible and user-friendly as possible. However, due to the historic nature of much of the gardens, some areas may present challenges to those in wheelchairs, strollers, or who have difficulty walking or climbing sloped terrain.

Parking

We do have reserved spaces for those with mobility challenges. If you need to park in one of these spaces, please let one of our parking staff members know upon arrival and they will direct you.  Otherwise, parking staff will direct you to the best available parking spot, which may be in overflow parking and require walking a distance to the beginning of your visit. 

Wheelchairs

Cox Arboretum and Gardens does not provides wheelchairs to our guests. 

Shuttles

We may provide a cart shuttle service for guests needing extra assistance during their visit when available. The shuttles are unable to take guests through the gardens; they only provide service on the main path to the main house. Please ask any staff member for assistance during your visit.

Garden Pathways

Our grounds are accessible by paved pathways throughout some of the gardens. Many garden areas can be reached in a variety of ways, however, due to the historic nature of the property, certain paths may be narrow, uneven, or steep. Paved paths and stairs are noted on the visitor map.

Restrooms

Accessible restrooms are located at the main house.

Service Animals

Service animals are welcome on the property at any time, we just ask that they are leashed and picked up after.

Please note that Emotional Support Animals are not considered service animals under Title II and Title III of the ADA.

Pets, with the exception of service animals, are not allowed onsite outside of special dog-friendly events.

Cox Arboretum and Gardens is a historic estate with changing elevations and certain uneven walkways and stairways. Due to the historic nature of many of the gardens some areas may present challenges to those in wheelchairs, strollers, or who have difficulty walking or climbing sloped terrain. There are several areas that are not accessible for wheelchairs and strollers. Daytime visitors are permitted only on paved walkways, mulched trails, and mowed lawn areas. Nighttime special event visitors should use only designated paved walkways and areas designated for the event. Please do not climb in, on, or over any sculptures, walls, fountains, ponds, water features, or waterfalls, roped-off areas, or trees or any other plants, and always use caution for a safe and enjoyable visit. An abundance of caution should be used while ascending and descending stairways and guests should always use handrails when available.