With beautiful summer weather here, we try to get outside as much as possible to enjoy the fresh air. I find arboretums very interesting and love learning about new plants, so we decided to check out the Pine Hollow Arboretum, which is not far from Albany, NY.
The Arboretum’s horticultural collection highlights the diversity of the world’s forests over 22 acres of land featuring 11 ponds and a network of trails. (https://www.pinehollowarboretum.org/)
It is very easy to find the arboretum, which is on its own road.
We used Google Maps to guide us:
Parking is available at the end of the driveway on a loop, and I think there were about 5 clearly marked spots there.
There are a variety of trails to explore, including a self guided tour, and two CDPHP trails. There are a lot of different paths to take, so I recommend picking up a map at the main building.
(You can view/download a better map on the Pine Hollow website).
The CDPHP trails are fairly well marked, but we did find ourselves meandering a bit. I do wish the trail lengths were marked on the map so that we could have a better plan, especially “hiking” the arboretum with kids.
The trails around the arboretum are very nice and relaxing.
I believe there are 11 ponds at Pine Hollow!
It was impressive to explore so many different ponds on one property. We saw so many frogs as well as other aquatic critters like crayfish and fish.
It was nice to explore and see so many different plants and trees, like this Bald Cypress. There were some I knew, others were a “refresher” course for me, and plenty of new species.
Not only can you take a self guided tour around the arboretum using a map to identify different trees, there are lots of plants that are labeled.
I enjoyed all the different scenery within the arboretum. There are so many ponds, different kinds of forests, open meadows, and more.
Walking through the woods with ferns everywhere was so relaxing. There are some chairs and benches around the arboretum where you can sit and enjoy your surroundings.
The kids enjoyed this musical bridge.
Pine Hollow Arboretum is a nice place to visit, explore nature, and learn about trees and other plants.
Check out the Pine Hollow Arboretum website at
Its always nice to find good spots for hiking with kids. This looks like a nice one!
Looks a great trail and some wonderful sights. We all love, as a family big like walks in the countryside too here in the UK.
Such lush greens! I love the greenery! Nice to know that the kids enjoyed the visit!
This looks like a gorgeous place for a walk. I love being immersed in nature for a good old hike.
I went to college in Upstate NY. I miss all that beautiful foliage.
You always find the most beautiful places to explore. I love upstate NY. I haven’t been since I was a kid.
The Pine Harbor Arboretum is so beautiful and green. I really enjoy the ponds.
oh my! i am all about nature and The Pine Harbor Arboretum is amazing! Love to hike and and explore this place.
I’d love to check that out! It looks so pretty and cool and amazing, basically it’s lit! I love nature so much!
With greenery abound and well laid trekking trails. Seems to be a great outdoor to explore on weekends with family.
It sounds like a great place to explore. My kids would enjoy looking for all the ponds and discovering what lives in each.
This looks like a great place to visit for a big walk. My dogs would love it. Great photos too thanks for sharing.
This looks like a great adventure. I would love to take my girls there!
This is what we miss since this pandemic started. My grandson really wants to go out like he used to but we can wait until it is safe. You did choose a nice place for a family day out!
I would love to see this myself! It looks like a great place to visit. 🙂
What a great place to visit to take it all in! Looks so beautiful and peaceful. Love the greenery in the scenery! 🙂
it’s good that the places are well signposted as that’s the thing that usually worries me about walks, if I’m going to be going the right way, especially when there are less people about x
Beautiful place! Pine Hollow Arboretum is a great place to take kids for some time in the great outdoors.
This looks like a peaceful and interesting outing. The pictures are really pretty! I would have to have everything labeled! I don’t remember any tree or plant information myself!
What a beautiful place! I’d love to visit here
Oh, what a peaceful place to visit. I’m sure my son would love to see the lily pads.
That is such a beautiful area. I love getting out in nature, and there is nothing but pure natural beauty at Pine Hollow.
This looks fantastic. I’m sure that’s the perfect spot to spend an entire day with your whole family. I love greeneries like this!
This would be a great place to hike. It is absolutely perfect and it’s awesome for getting in touch with the great outdoors.
Seeing these beautiful photos is a breath of fresh air. The greenery and uncrowded houses are new sights.
Reading your post remind me if the time I did trekking different trails. Just hope that the pandemic goes away soon so I can trek again.
What a great place to visit! We love the outdoors and hiking! Nature always makes us feel better.
This is such a lovely place. I would love to visit with my family!
It looks like a lovely place to visit! And being outdoors in good weather like this always lifts my spirits!
What a beautiful relaxing place to visit. My husband loves to walk and stay outdoors.
This is so perfect for the kids. Very relaxing and enjoyable place.
I love such outdoor locations.
I am loving the sound of this arboretum and would love to see it for myself. Looks beautiful and cannot wait to get to PA as there are lots of waterfalls and trails there ands just like you… I love exploring and checking it all out. Thank you for sharing!
Wow. This looks so beautiful and great place to walk.
This is so beautiful and definitely a place I would live to visit.
I love plants so I think I’ll enjoy this place. Super nice! Hope I can visit soon. Maybe after the pandemic?