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Bernheim Arboretum & Forest, Clermont

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Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest is a private non-profit, 16,000 acre nature preserve located just outside Louisville, Kentucky.

Over 2,000 acres are open to the public, including natural areas with hiking trails, and a beautiful 250 acre arboretum with lakes, walking paths and over 8,000 varieties of labeled plants.

Bernheim is open every day 7 a.m. until sunset, except December 25 and January 1. Admission is always free for members and free for all every weekday. Weekends and holidays have a $5 environmental impact fee per vehicle for the public.

The Visitor Center and Gift Shop are open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day, including weekends. Isaac’s Café is located in the award-winning green Visitor Center with refreshments. Nature classes and group hiking opportunities are available, current offerings are online at bernheim.org.

Bernheim is located in Clermont, KY, a short half hour from Louisville. From I-65, take exit 112 and follow the signs. The entrance is approximately one mile from the interstate.

Bernheim is a non-profit organization that relies on memberships, grants and donations for support.

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By Joe B

Although it’s still winter but there are signs of spring plus the Forest Giants are a huge draw. Sure it’s more scenic in the spring and fall but there’s an advantage to coming on a sunny day in...

Although it’s still winter but there are signs of spring plus the Forest Giants are a huge draw. Sure it’s more scenic in the spring and fall but there’s an advantage to coming on a sunny day in... more »
By TrWorldTraveler

When visiting James Beam distillery in Clermont/Kentucky, we stopped and hiked at Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest. This is an amazing forest where the three giant trolls, the works of...

When visiting James Beam distillery in Clermont/Kentucky, we stopped and hiked at Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest. This is an amazing forest where the three giant trolls, the works of... more »
By Lena H

This place is phenomenal. We happened to visit during warm weather wave and we’re lucky to have an entire day to explore. Absolutely fantastic for all ages. Very educational and environmentally...

This place is phenomenal. We happened to visit during warm weather wave and we’re lucky to have an entire day to explore. Absolutely fantastic for all ages. Very educational and environmentally... more »