West Virginia has no shortage of natural beauty, but sometimes it’s hard to find time to wander in the woods when you’re in a big city like Morgantown. Fortunately, West Virginia University has set aside a special place to get back to nature.
The WVU Core Arboretum is located next to the WVU Coliseum.
WVU Core Arboretum/Facebook There’s a designated parking area by the Coliseum for those who want to walk the trails.
The Arboretum has 3 miles of foot trails that travel through gardens and old growth forests.
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A small amphitheater sits in the woods for a place to hear nature talks, or to just sit and contemplate the natural beauty.
WVU Core Arboretum
It’s a great place to see wildlife, like this barred owl.
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The university hosts free wildflower walks in the spring.
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WVU Core Arboretum
WVU Core Arboretum
In the summer you can still see some wildflowers walking the trails on your own.
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In September, the paw paw fruits ripen, and the university has hosted paw paw meals.
WikiMedia Commons/ Agricultural Research Service The wild paw paw has a taste similar to tropical fruits.
Zebra swallowtails also enjoy the paw paws.
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In October, the native witch hazel trees bloom, making a stunning sight with their unusual flowers.
WVU Core Arboretum
Even in the winter, these trails are a beautiful place to take a break from it all.
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If you’d like to see more beautiful places to walk in West Virginia, take a look at these three incredible journeys that you can take around the state.
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There’s a designated parking area by the Coliseum for those who want to walk the trails.
WVU Core Arboretum
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The wild paw paw has a taste similar to tropical fruits.
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