Betty Ford
Alpine Gardens

Featured Upcoming Event
Science Elevated Speaker Series
Tundra Plants in a Warming World
Sarah Elmendorf, Institute of Alpine and Artic Research, will explain what effects warming temperatures have on the alpine environment and what the future may look like. Alpine and arctic regions […]
Sarah Elmendorf, Institute of Alpine and Artic Research, will explain what effects warming temperatures have on the alpine environment and what the future may look like.
Alpine and arctic regions are characterized by their short growing seasons, high snowpack and cold temperatures. Sarah will discuss what changes can be expected in the unique flora that inhabits these harsh growing conditions under a changing climate.

July 7 – August 11
Betty Ford Alpine Gardens Fundraiser that includes a Cooking Demonstration and Sampling with Vail Valley’s top chefs. Thursdays, 12pm-1pm
July 7: La Nonna – Pre-sale Tickets – Sold Out
July 14: La Tour – Tickets on sale June 13
July 21: Zino Ristorante – Tickets on sale June 20
July 28: Pollyanna Productions – Tickets on sale June 27
Aug 4: Red Canyon Catering – Tickets on sale Tuesday, July 5 *Because of holiday
Aug 11: Hovey & Harrison – Tickets on sale July 11
New Book Release!
On the Roof of the Rocky Mountains
A new book celebrating Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, its stunning alpine botanic collections and its dedication to the conservation of high mountain plants and habitat. An informative narrative and photographic journey through one of the most beautiful and distinguished high altitude (8,200 feet) botanical gardens in the world.
When you purchase the book, you are supporting a team of scientists, educators, horticulturists, and volunteers who, together, work to conserve the alpine environment and
curate a beautiful space for Vail’s community.
Order online or stop by one of our gift shops! Look inside!
Upcoming Events
Week of Events
Yoga in the Gardens
Yoga in the Gardens
Enjoy an invigorating and centering morning flow in the tranquil yet vibrant Alpine Garden setting. Classes are taught by expert local yoga teachers in the Alpine Plaza at the base […]
Garden Tour
Garden Tour
The tour winds through the five-acres of beautiful gardens. You’ll learn about alpine flora, mountain environments, plant identification, and the history of Betty Ford Alpine Gardens and Vail. Meet your […]
Alpine World Tour
Alpine World Tour
The alpine ecosystem exists all over the world and host some of the smallest, toughest plants on the planet. Betty Ford Alpine Gardens has an incredible collection of alpine plants […]
Walk on the Wild Side -Native Plant Walk
Walk on the Wild Side -Native Plant Walk
Discover the diverse native plants along Gore Creek and throughout the Gardens. Be prepared to walk off pavement. Meet your naturalist at the Education Center by 10:30 a.m. Please plan […]
Garden Tour
Garden Tour
The tour winds through the five-acres of beautiful gardens. You’ll learn about alpine flora, mountain environments, plant identification, and the history of Betty Ford Alpine Gardens and Vail. Meet your […]
Garden Tour
Garden Tour
The tour winds through the five-acres of beautiful gardens. You’ll learn about alpine flora, mountain environments, plant identification, and the history of Betty Ford Alpine Gardens and Vail. Meet your […]