Bloedel Reserve

Bloedel Reserve is a wonder of nature, created by the imagination, vision, and a passionate love of the natural world shared by our founders, Prentice and Virginia Bloedel. Working with the rugged geography of the land, they artfully transformed a rough-hewn Northwest forest into a harmonious series of curated gardens, structural features, and distinctive landscapes, with nature as canvas and paint.

Internationally-recognized for the inspirational beauty of its refined gardens, natural landscapes, and preserved forests, Bloedel also excels in environmental stewardship of its 150 acres. Open year-round, there’s something new to discover in every season: ever-changing landscapes, guided walks, expert lectures, summer concerts, special seasonal events, and more.

Bloedel Reserve
7571 NE Dolphin Dr.
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

Visit their website: bloedelreserve.org.

All photos courtesy of Bloedel Reserve.

Bloedel, is nature allowing a human touch to reveal splendors we otherwise would not see. It is a gift.

Louise Durocher, sculptor, artist, architect

Bloedel is a botanical garden composed of several cultivated gardens filled with spectacular specimen trees and shrubs. It's where I go to find tranquility in a beautiful setting.

Ciscoe Morris, author, speaker

I experienced healing in increased physical strength, joy & peace from immersion in nature and boosts to my creativity from close observation of the environment.

Karen Gerstenberger, facilitator, Bloedel Reserve Strolls for Well-Being

The founder's vision: 'To provide refreshment and tranquility in the presence of natural beauty' and the Reserve's mission 'to enrich people's lives through a premier public garden' are intentions that make the Bloedel Reserve a garden for future generations.

Stacie Crooks, garden designer

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