OPPD Arboretum

The specific Komoot route for the OPPD Arboretum is approximately 1.45 km (0.9 miles) long and takes about 23 minutes to complete. However, the entire trail system at the arboretum spans about two miles, offering options for longer exploration.

Yes, the trail at the OPPD Arboretum is considered easy and suitable for most visitors, including beginners and families. Many sections are accessible for strollers and wheelchairs, featuring a mix of paved paths, gravel, and soft wood-chip trails.

You'll experience a rich and varied landscape, including native prairies, well-kept gardens, and shaded forested areas. The arboretum boasts over 1,000 trees and shrubs, a pond, a gazebo, and wooden bridges. Keep an eye out for wildlife such as birds, rabbits, squirrels, and butterflies. The arboretum also features specific themed planting areas like a pollinator garden and an edible orchard.

Yes, the arboretum serves as both a public green space and an educational facility. You'll find an outdoor classroom, various educational signs explaining tree selection and energy conservation, and even an electrical safety education area. Unique trees, such as a green ash from George Washington Carver's childhood home and a sycamore from Elvis Presley's Graceland, are also marked with explanatory signs. The main highlight is the OPPD Arboretum (Omaha Public Power District Arboretum) itself.

Yes, the OPPD Arboretum is dog-friendly. Leashed pets are welcome to join you on the trails.

The OPPD Arboretum offers a four-season display of plants, making it a pleasant visit year-round. Spring brings new blooms, summer offers lush greenery, autumn showcases vibrant fall colors, and winter provides a serene, stark beauty. Each season offers a unique experience.

No, there is no entrance fee for the OPPD Arboretum. Admission is free, and no permits are required to visit.

The OPPD Arboretum offers free parking on-site. It is open daily from dawn to dusk, allowing ample time to explore the trails.

The trails feature a varied terrain, including paved paths, gravel, and soft wood-chip sections. While generally easy, there are slight inclines, creating a gently rolling landscape rather than being entirely flat.

Yes, this route also passes through sections of the Blondo Street Trail.

Beyond being a beautiful green space, the arboretum's primary purpose, created by the Omaha Public Power District, is to educate the public on safe tree planting practices, especially near power lines, and how landscaping can contribute to energy conservation. It uniquely blends nature with practical utility education.