A Hidden Gem near Morgantown, WV

Nestled between Morgantown and Cheat Lake, the West Virginia Botanic Garden provides an oasis from city life with over 4 miles of trails through shaded hemlock and hardwood forest, crossing streams and circling the wetlands of the old Tibbs Run Reservoir and an ever-growing collection of gardens.

Fall Children's Festival

October 3

The wildly popular Fall Children’s Festival has returned to the Garden! This one-day event includes favorites such as fairy house building, pumpkin painting, seasonal crafts, and more! Registration is required and there is a $5 parking fee. Parking access will be timed to ensure there is a spot for everyone when they arrive! The first hour of the festival is for WVBG Members only.

Summer Concert Series

Join us on select Thursdays in July, August, and September for our first-ever concert series in the the Garden. We look forward to seeing you there!

Educational Programming

All year round, the West Virginia Botanic Garden at Tibbs Run Preserve offers a wide range of educational walks, lectures, demonstrations, and workshops.

The schedule is updated each season, and many are free to Garden members.

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Our Mission

The West Virginia Botanic Garden at Tibbs Run Preserve seeks to foster learning, inspiration, and well-being through the beauty and wonder of plants, the natural environment, and culturally enriching experiences.

Our History

Begun as only a dream in 2000, the WVBG is steadily becoming a reality thanks to dedicated volunteers and members. Learn more about the history of the Garden.

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Working Together

Our Garden continues to grow through the concerted efforts of volunteers, staff, and board members. Lend a helping hand and join us on this journey!

Future Plans

In 2016, the Garden had the pleasure of working with Oasis Design Group of Baltimore to develop a master plan that will shape the future growth of our Garden.

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We are located at 1061 Tyrone Road, Morgantown, WV 26508.

How do I find my way around the Garden?

There are printed maps available in the information kiosk near the lower parking lot. The older trails are also visible on Google Maps and the West Virginia Trail Inventory.

What's happening at the Garden?

There are a variety of educational and recreational programs at the West Virginia Botanic Garden year-round. See if they coincide with your visit to the Garden.

(Pre-registration is strongly suggested for all programs, and required for many. Read program descriptions for details.)

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Is the West Virginia Botanic Garden family friendly?

That would be a resounding ‘Yes!’ The West Virginia Botanic Garden offers many children’s programs throughout the year including educational workshops, camps, festivals and more!

Are you looking for answers?

Chances are someone else has asked the same question. Check out our FAQs for more details about our organization and property.

Explore the Gardens

The Long Walk

The Long Walk is located between the entrance from Imperial East and the dam breach. This is the only area of the...

Rhododendron Garden

Begun in the fall of 2013, this garden features rhododendrons, azaleas, and other acid-loving soil plants. It...

Secret Garden

Shade-loving shrubs and perennials such as ferns, hosta, toad lily, and mazus flourish in this moist and...

Planning Underway for our Children’s Adventure Garden!

Children's Adventure Garden conceptual design. Drawing by Phil Cole. During last year’s Board of Director’s Retreat,...

George W. Longenecker Shade Garden

In the open shade of this garden, carefully placed small trees and shrubs provide structure along with accents of...

Eclectic Garden

The Eclectic Garden features perennials and annuals that change from year to year. Nearby, you will find the...

Butterfly Garden

This colorful garden is in bloom spring through fall. Bright and fragrant flowers attract butterflies and...

Yagle Garden

The Yagle Garden wraps around the Education and Event Center and borders both sides of the upper path. The...

Meditation Garden

The Meditation Garden is a quiet place to relax and regroup in the cool shade of the hemlock forest. Mossy...

Wander the Trails

Hillside Trail

Created in 2016, the Hillside Trail begins on the left side of the road just beyond the main gate of the upper...

Forest Trail

This trail is central to the other woodland loop trails. The Forest Trail is just a few paces from the wooden...

Tibbs Crossing Trail

Hiking past the diversion dam on the Forest Trail a sign directs the walker to the lower end of the Tibbs...

Far Side Trail

Originating at the diversion dam follow the blazes to a creek crossing downstream from the dam. The rocks in...

Wetland Loop Trail

The Wetland Loop Trail can be accessed from the Forest Trail to the left of the wooden bridge or from the...

Mine Pit Trail (formerly Noah’s Trail)

Each end of this rolling woodland trail connects with the Far Side Trail. It is heavily forested with little...

Reservoir Loop Trail

The Reservoir Loop Trail encircles the entire reservoir basin, is ADA accessible from the Education and Event...

Pond View Trail

This short loop takes visitors from the Reservoir Loop Trail, through the alder grove and down to an intimate...

West Virginia's Only Botanic Garden

BECOME A MEMBER TODAY

Admission to the Garden is free, but donations are welcome.

The West Virginia Botanic Garden at Tibbs Run Preserve is a non-profit organization. Help us continue to provide programs and free access to the community.

Donations can be made on-site at the kiosk near the lower parking lot, or in the upstairs of the Education and Event Center if it is open. Donations can also be made online.

Host your next event at the West Virginia Botanic Garden at Tibbs Run Preserve

Let the Gardens provide a stunning backdrop for your wedding, rehearsal dinner, or retirement party. Our Education & Event Center, Event Lawn and other areas of the Garden are available for rental.

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Have your next meeting at our Event and Education Center

Host your next meeting in the Great Room or have your next presentation in our Education Center.

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Thank You to our Business Partners

for their continued support of the Garden

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The WV Botanic Garden at Tibbs Run is open daily dawn - dusk. The public is invited to enjoy the 85-acre gardens, trails, wetlands & family events. 🍃

Important Summer Concert Series Update: Unfortunat

Dear friends, Unfortunately, the recent rise in C

Dear friends,
Unfortunately, the recent rise in Covid-19 cases in our area has led us to cancel the festival this year in order to keep our children and families safe. We encourage you to visit on your own and enjoy the Scarecrow Spectacular, Book Trail, and more! Check our website and social media pages regularly for fun fall activities your family may enjoy! Stay safe friends.

We hope you'll pardon our progress. On Tuesday, Se

We hope you'll pardon our progress. On Tuesday, September 14 crews will be burying new utility lines beneath our entrance road, so the gate will remain closed all that day. You may still park in the upper loop and hike into the Garden via the Hillside Trail. This trailhead is located immediately beside of the upper kiosk.

There's certainly a lot of construction happening at the WVBG and we understand that can be frustrating. Please be patient as West Virginia's flagship Garden grows.

Today, we broke ground on the new Children's Adven

Today, we broke ground on the new Children's Adventure Garden. This new space will capture your child's imagination and give inspiration for our natural world. While the initial installation will be a unique play setting for the region, we have even more plans with future phases. If you'd like to help, text GIVEADVENTURE to 44-321.

Oh, the sweet smell (and sounds) of honeysuckle! W

Oh, the sweet smell (and sounds) of honeysuckle! We're super excited to announce that our final performance of our Summer Concert Series (Thursday, Sept 16) will be opened by the very talented folk trio The Honeysuckle Vines! Along with Luke Sadecky, whose second album "The Gallery" debuts Sept 3 from Mon Hills Records, this will be a very special evening. Get your tickets now.

https://www.wvbg.org/2021-summer-concert-series/

Volunteers like Tyler help keep the Garden looking

Volunteers like Tyler help keep the Garden looking great and the trails open. From sawing massive fallen trees that block routes to cleaning our facilities to removing dog waste, the Garden's team of volunteers are community heroes. We can't thank you enough. Interested in helping? Visit wvbg.org/volunteer to sign up!

We recently celebrated a roaring twenties summer w

We recently celebrated a roaring twenties summer with A Great Gatsby Garden Party. More than 200 guests enjoyed dinner prepared by Sargasso, Table 9, Hill & Hollow, and Tutto Gelato; bid on a variety of unique auction items; and enjoyed live music by Jared Sims and the WVU Jazz Ambassadors.

We want to tip our hats to our wonderful sponsors for this special event, we couldn't do it without you!

Our Summer Concert Series continues this Thursday

Our Summer Concert Series continues this Thursday with Ruby! As a soloist, Ruby draws upon a lifetime of experience as a songwriter and live performer, creating a unique collaboration of musical styles including elements of her Appalachian roots, classical training, rock, blues, country, jazz and old-time music to forge her own original genre of American Roots music she’s coined “Mountain Soul.” Get your tickets now.

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Need an outhouse for your garden? This is just one

Need an outhouse for your garden? This is just one of almost 100 amazing auction items for tomorrow’s A Great Gatsby Garden Party. Morgantown’s party of the year is almost upon us! #gardenparty #wvbg #allaroundmorgantown #morgantownwv

"I perhaps owe having become a painter to flowers.

"I perhaps owe having become a painter to flowers." -Claude Monet

Be sure to visit our Monet in the Garden exhibit this summer. In addition to featuring his paintings throughout, we also have planted pots with many of the flowers featured in this paintings. How many plants from Monet's gardens can you identify?

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Phone: 304-322-2093

Mailing Address: 714 Venture Drive, PMB 121, Morgantown, WV 26508

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