William Marberry Arboretum
1398 E Pleasant Hill Rd, Carbondale, IL 62901
Hiking & Trails
Enjoy an afternoon of hiking at the William Marberry Arboretum, which offers 24 acres to roam and is home to more than 100 genera, 600 species and 20,000 plants.
Besides the beautiful trees, you can also enjoy pond fishing and access to picnic tables and parking. Did we mention the bamboo forest? The trail is located on Pleasant Hill Road at the south edge of Carbondale and allows walkers to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, without leaving town. It's easy to walk with slight changes in elevation meanders through a mature forest, and parts of the trail are adjacent to a private pasture.
What's happening nearby...
SIU Salukis Men's Basketball Game - Carbondale
Banterra Center • Dec 02 – Mar 08
At Saluki basketball games, the Dawg Pound leads the Banterra Arena in chants, cheers, and traditions. Join the fun!
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Carbondale Lights Fantastic Parade
Dec 07 @ 6PM
Celebrate the Holiday season with an after-dark parade featuring hundreds of thousands of lights.
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Saluki Con
Southern Illinois University • Feb 15 – Feb 16
Saluki Con will take place on Saturday–Sunday, from 10am–5pm at the SIU Student Center in Carbondale, IL. There will also be a Friday Night …
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