Myrick Park Arboretum

Located in the heart of La Crosse, the Myrick Park Arboretum is a hub for nature lovers, environmental enthusiasts, and families alike. The arboretum features a diverse collection of trees and shrubs, showcasing the region's rich biodiversity. In 1996, with the help of the Hill & Valley Garden Club, a tree walk was established in the park to showcase donated, celebration and memorial trees. Over the years, this collection of trees has grown in both quantity and species, and in May of 2024 was officially accredited as a Level 1 Arboretum.  

Visitors to the arboretum can enjoy peacefully walking the nearby trails, amenities within the park, and scenic views of the marshland and bluffs. The arboretum also serves as a living classroom, offering opportunities for environmental education, wildlife observation and effective forestry practices.  

The Arboretum serves as an example to demonstrate the ecological, social, and infrastructural benefits of healthy trees, and provide demonstrations on proper maintenance and care of trees. It is a place to host events such as Arbor Day, pruning seminars, planting demonstrations, and provide the public with a place to experience, walk, and relax.

Tree Guide coming soon!

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Community Orchards

 The City of La Crosse Forestry Department is proud to share the Community Orchard program with our city residents. This program provides fruit-bearing trees and shrubs throughout our public spaces. These orchards serve as a free source of fresh, locally grown fruit will providing numerous benefits to our community and environment.

Community Orchard Locations & Species

City Hall | 400 La Crosse Street | Pear, Cherry, & Apple Trees
Leuth Park | 701 12th St. North | Apple Trees, Raspberries and Rhubarb
Cass & 7th Street | North West corner of roundabout | Apple & Pear Trees, Raspberries, Rhubarb
705 Cliffwood Lane | Corner of 29th & Cliffwood Lane | Apple Trees, Plum, Rhubarb & Raspberries
Springbrook Park |3519 Springbrook Way | Apple & Peach Trees

Varieties & Approximate Harvest Dates

Apple Tree | Late August through October
Plum Tree | Late August through October:
Peach Tree | Late June through August
Pear Tree | Mid August through September
Blueberries | Early July - through Mid August
Rhubarb | May through Early July 
Raspberries | Mid June through August

Expand our Orchards
Would you like to help expand our community orchards? Consider donating a tree or shrub to one of our available community orchard locations. Contact the Parks, Recreation & Forestry office for more information about how you can expand this community resource.