Visit the beautiful Descanso Gardens
Located just 20 minutes from Downtown Los Angeles, Descanso Gardens is an urban retreat with a botanical collection located in La Canada Flintridge. One of the most beautiful places in Southern California, that hosts more than 250,00 visitors annually.
Guests are free to explore the gardens at their leisure. There are sixteen different locations to visit on the garden’s map list. The collection includes California native plants, oak woodlands, a rose garden with rare specimens and one of the largest collections of camellias in the Americas.
The garden’s scenic pathways and manicured lawns are quiet and peaceful. The walk around the gardens is about 2 miles in length with trails for you to explored and appreciate the stunning landscape.
Descanso Gardens features a huge array of flowers like irises, camellias, roses and much more depending on the season. The collection includes an Ancient Forest, California Garden, Camellia Forest, Promenade, Japanese Garden, Lilac Garden, Hilltop Garden, Oak Grove, Oak Woodlands and the Rose Garden.
Descanso Gardens is a hidden gem, a wonderful way to step away from the distraction of the city and experience the calming effect of nature. There are guided tours available to those who want to learn about the history and unique features of the gardens. With knowledgeable guides able to answers your questions and provide insight about different plants and flowers that you see.
Whether you are interested in nature, flowers or forests, you will find something to love at Descanso Gardens.