Immerse yourself in your imagination at the Wanderwood Gardens, a winding forest of make-believes and discovery, that takes adventurers of all ages on an enchanting journey in nature.
Features & Attractions
For day-dreamers of all ages.
Snail & Wading Pond
Wandering Waters
An interactive water adventure with a waterfall, spitting animal fountains, a wading stream and a misty fog bank.
Miniature home garden
Dendy Village SM
A magical village where you can visit the homes of the Wanderwood fairies and elves.
Tree House Decks
The Canopy
A whimsical tree playset with climbing structures, slides, and interactive features.
Explore Imagination
The Dubuque
Mine Camp SM
Adventurous visitors can dig for treasure, fill mine carts with sand, or duck into a cool tunnel.
Education Center
Wanderwood Learning Center
A magical building with classrooms, event spaces and an immersive outdoor courtyard.
Interactive Music Garden
Garden of
Melodies
Add to nature’s songs with interactive stepping chimes, wind chimes, percussion instruments and drums.
Performance Amphitheater
Storybook
Stage
Listen to a story being told by one of the multi-talented garden volunteers or create your own little drama on stage.
Little Ones Garden
The Potting Shed
Climb among molehills, traverse the stepping logs and tiptoe across crazy balance beams.
Trail Challenge Course
The Enchanted Trail
This 100± yard course winds through the woods, in and among the trees with dappled sunlight sparkling through.
Interactive sculptures
Spinning Bird Plaza
Walk through towering trees to operate the interactive birds spinning in dizzying circles overhead.
Nature’s sing-a-long
The Birdsong Sanctuary
Discover interactive bird sound sculptures and engage with the birds while they respond with their own personal song.
Event Meadow
Bloom at the Gardens SM
A colorful meadow used for large events filled with blooming flowers and butterflies.
The Story of
The Wanderwood Gardens SM
The inspiration for The Wanderwood Gardens stems from Debi and Andy Butler’s granddaughters and their love for flowers and nature. The Butlers dreamt of a place where their family can explore, play, and enjoy the beauty of nature, and thus the idea of The Wanderwood Gardens was born. The Wanderwood Gardens is meant to be a truly magical place for people of all ages to experience the wonders of the natural world, and a place full of joy and imagination for visitors for many years to come.
Inspiring Lives
through Creative
Outdoor Play.SM
GET READY TO WANDER
Summer 2025
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