Visitor Center with Isaac's Cafe
The Visitor Center offers an introduction to the history and some of the natural features of Bernheim. Here you can plan your visit to Bernheim and see what programs are coming up. You can also enjoy a snack or something to drink or buy a plant or something else of interest in the Gift Shop. Explore the displays, then enjoy a leisurely walk along the nearby Cedar Lakes. 

The “old“ Visitor Center is now an Education Center and offers a bird viewing window area as well as a changing art gallery.

Garden Pavilion
The Garden Pavilion is the focal point of the arboretum. It is a beautiful place to stop and wander through the perennial and other nearby gardens. Pause at the pool in front of the Garden Pavilion to admire the labeled collection of water lilies and other aquatic plants during the summer season. The building is available for meetings and programs.

Lakes
Three lakes are located within the arboretum. The largest lake, Lake Nevin, is located near the Garden Pavilion. Holly Springs Pond and Cedar Pond are great places to  look for waterfowl.  Two Ponds Loop is a trail that circles both ponds

Quiet Garden
Visit the adjacent Quiet Garden for a panoramic view of Lake Nevin.

The Canopy Treewalk
Opened the spring of 2006, the canopy treewalk has become a popular place to spend some time in the treetops overlooking a peaceful valley.  It sways, but don't be afraid! It is located up Forest Hill Drive, go left when you come to the intersection of Paul's Point Circle.

Prairie Overlook
The view of the expansive Big Prairie from this point is spectacular. You will find the best view from in front of the original bronze statue Let There Be Light, sculpted by the American artist George Grey Barnard. This is the gravesite of Isaac W. and Amanda Bernheim.

Tablet Hill
Tablet Hill overlooks the Garden Pavilion and Lake Nevin. It is surrounded by a portion of the American, Japanese and deciduous holly collection. The site is marked by the large bronze plaque, Hymn to Justice, commemorating Mr. Bernheim's love and respect for all humanity.

Natural Areas and Trails
Over 30 miles of hiking trails and woodland roads traverse thousands of acres of varied natural habitats. Lakeside, woodland and ridge top trails offer adventure for the casual walker as well as the experienced hiker.

Plants and Wildlife
All of Bernheim is a sanctuary where a diversity of plants and wildlife can be found. Over 250 species of birds can be seen in Bernheim.