Home to the new Treehouse Gardens, the Iowa Arboretum is a community-supported public garden that inspires curiosity, discovery, and appreciation of the natural landscape. Immerse yourself in a world of tranquility and botanical excellence as you explore beautiful gardens, open-planted tree groves, native woodland & prairie trails, as well as interactive natural areas that encourage families of all abilities to play together outdoors. The Arboretum is conveniently located near the Des Moines metro area and surrounding communities.