An arboretum is a botanical garden specializing in trees or woody
plants.
The Orem Arboretum has been a landmark at the Orem City Park since
1949, when many of the trees that stand tall today were first planted.
Initially established as “a place of beauty and repose, a haven,
retreat, and memorial for all” (Orem-Geneva Times, June 5, 1980), the
Arboretum and its dozens of trees continue to serve as a vital source
of connection to nature in our community.
Click the map to explore an interactive view. Each marker shows the location of a specific non-native tree within the park. Click a marker to see details about the tree and a link for more information.
Interactive map showing the location of the arboretum trees with stands. Trees are numbered 1–24 in a clockwise direction. A dropdown below provides a list of the trees, their corresponding numbers, and links to detailed information pages.
City Center Park is one of the most versatile parks in the city. It is home to the annual Summerfest celebration as well as the All-Together (all-abilities) Playground. Concerts and other cultural performances are held at the City Center Stage within the park. This is definitely one of the gems of the Orem parks system.
