The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park with Kids

The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park is a beautiful spot to wander with kids, with multiple gardens, trails, plenty of open space, a fairy trail, and a children's sensory garden. There’s enough to explore that you can easily turn a visit into a slow morning or afternoon rather than just a quick stop.

The gardens are beautifully maintained by volunteers, and there’s plenty of room for kids to wander and explore along the way.

What You'll Find

• Multiple gardens

• Walking trails

• Fairy trail

• Children's sensory garden

• Picnic pavilion

• Plenty of open space to explore

Good to Know

• Free to visit; donations are encouraged

• There’s quite a bit of ground to cover

• Not especially stroller-friendly unless you have an all-terrain or jogging stroller

• A carrier can be helpful for little ones

Third Coast Kids tip: Pack a picnic and make an afternoon of it.

Plan Your Visit:

Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park

1490 Red Dr

Traverse City, MI