Gardens & Grounds
A Storied Landscape
More than a century old, Reynolda’s Gardens and grounds were part of the original 1917 footprint for the Reynolda estate, which included a 16-acre, man-made lake, golf course, formal gardens, greenhouses, and woods. Although the landscape has changed over the years, many of its original structures and plans remain intact. Now, Reynolda Gardens of Wake Forest University serves as a 134-acre outdoor horticultural oasis open to the public year-round from dawn to dusk. Revive your senses as you connect with nature and immerse yourself in this peaceful landscape complete with lush, colorful gardens, scenic walking trails, and a waterfall.
Estate Design
Louis L. Miller and Horatio R. Buckenham, who were partners in the landscape engineering firm, Buckenham and Miller, created a landscape plan for the estate and designed several important features between 1911 and 1913. Beginning in 1915, Thomas W. Sears made changes to the Buckenham and Miller plans and designed additional plantings.
Gardens Events
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Jun 15, 2026, 9:00am — Jun 18, 2026, 12:00pm
Young Naturalists Camp is a four-day adventure inviting campers to learn, create, explore, and play throughout the beautiful landscapes of Reynolda Gardens. Throughout the week, campers will spend tim…
Jun 22, 2026, 9:00am — Jun 25, 2026, 12:00pm
Young Naturalists Camp is a four-day adventure inviting campers to learn, create, explore, and play throughout the beautiful landscapes of Reynolda Gardens. Throughout the week, campers will spend tim…
Jul 8, 2026, 10:00am — 11:00am
Join us in the Gardens to learn more about the natural world around us. Each session will engage a young naturalist in hands-on learning as we closely study a topic while enjoying the Gardens and Grou…
Jul 20, 2026, 10:00am — 11:30am
Explore the creek that flows through the Wildflower Garden along Reynolda’s Woodland Trail. Come prepared to get your feet wet and observe amazing macroinvertebrates in this aquatic ecosystem! A…