Outdoor garden setting
Garden paths make this an outdoor visit within El Chorro Regional Park. Check opening arrangements separately if you want to visit the shop or nursery.
El Chorro Regional Park family visit
SLO Botanical Garden
Formerly or also known as San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden
An outdoor botanical garden at El Chorro Regional Park centered on plants from Mediterranean-climate regions, with a live calendar of family and nature programs.
3450 Dairy Creek Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405SettingOutdoor garden paths
Visit shapeA self-paced walk through an outdoor plant collection
What helps you choose
Is this the right stop?
Choose this for an outdoor, self-paced garden visit or a family nature program listed on the current calendar.
Mediterranean plants
The collection and education work center on the world’s Mediterranean-climate regions.
Bringing a dog
Check the Garden’s visitor rules before bringing a dog; park and garden rules may differ.
Family learning
Programs beyond a general visit
Program dates, registration, and availability change. Use the official calendar before making the drive.
Nature play
Games, songs, crafts and garden exploration feature in the family-program descriptions. Use the calendar to find a session.
Family and youth calendar
Nature activities, family days, astronomy, and youth workshops appear on the live calendar when scheduled.
Pathway access
Ask the Garden about the surfaces and slopes on your intended route and check its pathway information.
Before you go
Plan this visit
Use the official visitor information for opening days, admission and arrangements for your group.
Garden admission
Use the Garden’s visitor page or admission link for current prices, concessions and payment options.
Garden and park entry
Garden admission and El Chorro Regional Park vehicle entry are separate. Check both official visitor pages when budgeting your visit.
Park across from the Garden
The official visit page places the parking lots directly across from the Garden.
Need current pathway, program, or group-visit details?
Call the Garden: (805) 541-1400Family program information