Landis Arboretum

Landis Arboretum The Arboretum is at 174 Lape Road, Esperance, NY 12066. Forty acres of the Arboretum are developed with plantings of trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials.

The Landis Arboretum is a nonprofit organization supporting a public garden overlooking historic Schoharie Valley near Esperance, New York stretching into Schoharie and Montgomery Counties. Arboretum founder Fred Lape began developing the Arboretum in the 1950s on Oak Nose Farm, his family homestead. With the support of a bequest from friend and colleague George Landis, Fred strove to grow every s

pecies of woody plant from temperate regions around the world that would survive in the hills of Schoharie County. A seasonal favorite of our visitors is the Van Loveland Perennial Garden at the old Farmhouse. The remainder of the property consists of natural areas, woodlands, open fields, wetlands, and more than 14 miles of trails. Horticultural features include a labeled collection of nearly all the trees, shrubs, and vines native to New York State, as well as collections of notable trees, flowering ornamental trees and shrubs, conifers and oaks, and "tough trees for tough sites." Two old growth forests and additional natural areas representing various stages of succession can be found at the Arboretum. Landis has recently been inducted in the Old Growth Forest Network. Interpretive signage, including QR codes and plaques, aids visitors in their enjoyment and understanding of the collections and ecosystems of the Arboretum. Come for the day or a few hours. Landis is home to some interesting sculpture, like our resident dinosaur lurking near the pond behind the barn. Be sure to check out the two "photo op" stations at the back of the barn, where you can don the antlers of a mighty stag or the wings of a Monarch butterfly. And now we are pleased to invite you to visit a new feature of the Arboretum that can only bring more tranquility into your life: the Shanti Vun Meditation Garden, anchored by a welcoming pavilion, a lovely pond, and the soothing sounds of our waterfall. This beautiful garden is framed by a forest of young birch trees and a nearby labyrinth. With picnic tables to enjoy your lunch or just a quiet moment of reflection, the Meditation Garden is the perfect place to begin or end your visit to Landis. Since its inception in 1951 by the visionary Fred Lape, the Landis Arboretum has been a premier "Garden of Trees and Shrubs" in New York's Capital Region. A valuable cultural and educational resource, Landis grows each year in scope and community impact.

Going out on a limb with this post. 🌳🌳🌳
09/02/2026

Going out on a limb with this post. 🌳🌳🌳

Tonight's scheduled Drum Circle at Landis is coming with a special message from our dear friend Vijaya Luxmi. V had an a...
09/01/2026

Tonight's scheduled Drum Circle at Landis is coming with a special message from our dear friend Vijaya Luxmi. V had an accident a few days ago and is mending at Albany Medical Center. She asks the drumming to still take place as scheduled and that the drummers advocate for her health this evening ❤️ https://landisarboretum.org/events/drum-circles-at-landis-3-2-2-2-2-2

Just Announced: Community Day at Landis!Sunday, September 13th, 12:00-3:00pmAs Landis continues to celebrate its 75th an...
08/28/2026

Just Announced: Community Day at Landis!
Sunday, September 13th, 12:00-3:00pm

As Landis continues to celebrate its 75th anniversary, we are putting together a Community Day for all to attend. Taking place on Sunday, September 13th, we welcome Children's Author Anita Sanchez, a tour of the Native Plant Trail with Nick Miller and Fred Breglia, family activities with Nature Educator George Steele, games with Landis sponsored Scout Troop 501, and kids activities to keep everyone having fun! The Montgomery County Master Gardeners will be on site offering soil testing, and info tables will be set up by Upstate Vacations, the Esperance Museum, and Montgomery County Tourism to name a few. This event is free and happening in concert with our Fall Plant, Book & Bake Sale in the Plant Sale area, rain or shine. We hope to see you there!

Sweet summer, not gone yet!
08/26/2026

Sweet summer, not gone yet!

08/26/2026

Summer vibes

More work completed in the barn at Landis. Our equipment has never been happier. Thanks to Sam McClary for the concrete ...
08/25/2026

More work completed in the barn at Landis. Our equipment has never been happier. Thanks to Sam McClary for the concrete work and JS earthworks llc for the site work and stone.

New Hiking Trail opens today. The Hickory Hill Trail. The trail is approximately 2 miles miles round trip. It takes you ...
08/24/2026

New Hiking Trail opens today. The Hickory Hill Trail. The trail is approximately 2 miles miles round trip. It takes you uphill to the highest point in elevation at Landis and back out the way you hiked in. Named after a lot of Hickory trees that you will pass as you climb and hike through the woods. Thanks to Landis Arboretum Scout troop 501 for making this trail possible. (Eagle Scout project). To access this trail you will park up in Montgomery County at the waterfall parking lot and look for the new bridge that crosses the ditch and begins the trail. 🌳🌲

08/21/2026

A short video of the start of the 5K race on August 15th. Our 20th year of Forest 5K races. Thanks to everyone who participated and supported the cause. Already looking forward to next year. 

Tonight!!
08/18/2026

Tonight!!

Please bring: A drum (or a plastic bucket that makes a nice sound when struck), or rhythm sticks or other rhythm instrument A chair or if you prefer, a…

08/12/2026

Looking for a few more volunteers to help with our 5K race this Saturday August 15th. We need some help directing cars in the parking area and then making sure runners are safe as they cross the road. 6:30 am start but done by 10 am at the latest. Reply here or to [email protected].
Thank you!

Address

174 Lape Road
Esperance, NY
12066

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 7pm
Tuesday 7am - 7pm
Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 7pm
Friday 7am - 7pm
Saturday 7am - 7pm
Sunday 7am - 7pm

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+15188756935

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