The Sunshine Coast Botanical Garden is a 16-hectare property that has several kilometres of flat walking paths.  The entrance to the Garden leads through the Alleyne and Barbara Rhododendron Walk featuring an extensive rhododendron collection in a woodland setting. 

The path then leads to our Native Plant Garden featuring four distinct habitats (Mountainside, Rainforest, Garry Oak Meadow, and Pond/Wetland).  Be sure to visit the Emily Lasuta Learning Centre and the Welch Family Viewing Platform.

Following the fence line at the edge of the ravine, you’ll pass the future home of our Cascadia Garden.  Keep going to the Oak and Maple Meadow which features spectacular fall colour from late September to leaf drop.  Look towards the ravine for some excellent Bigleaf Maple specimens.

You can choose one of several intimate pathways or the wider service road to return to the front of the property.  Here you will find our volunteer-tended Vegetable Garden and our plant nursery.  Produce from the Vegetable Garden is donated to the Sechelt Food Bank. The Seniors Accessible Garden demonstrates a number of ways to garden with mobility challenges.  The Plant Sale area is only open on scheduled days in the spring and summer; check Upcoming Events for the next scheduled Plant Sale.

Returning to the parking lot, stop in our Picnic & Play area.  This is a wonderful area for kids to romp and explore, and the Willow Tunnel is always a hit with the younger crowd. Bring your picnic along and stay a while.

The Pavilion is home to our staff office, washrooms, and is where many of our programs are held.  It is also a beautiful rentable space for gatherings of all kinds.  Ask staff for details if you are looking for a space for celebrations or meetings, for membership, or have other enquiries.

Enjoy your visit!