Woodland Nights and Sky Walk Lights at Hidden Lake Gardens
Date and Time
Saturday Nov 14, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST
Location
Hidden Lake Gardens
6214 Monroe Rd.
Tipton, MI
Woodland Nights and Sky Walk Lights a...
Description
As the sun sets, embark on an enchanting evening stroll following a path of glowing pumpkins winding from the Visitors Center, around Hidden Lake, through the woodland trails, high above the forest floor on the Reach for the Sky Canopy Walk, and back to the warmth of the Conservatory. Inside, guests can explore all three Conservatory biomes—the Tropical, Arid, and Temperate—with twinkling lights showcasing the beauty of the plant collections after dark.
Perfect for families, couples, friends and visitors of all ages, this one-of-a-kind experience invites guests to experience nature illuminated beneath the evening sky.
Cost: Regular admission, free to members of Hidden Lake Gardens. Pre-registration is not available for this event.
Bring your flame-free lanterns or flashlights to light your way through our peaceful forest. Our Daffodil Gift Shop, located in the lower level of our Visitors Center, will be open both days from 9:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., stocked with flashlights, holiday gifts, and more!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Parking: To help us best utilize our parking areas, please bring standard vehicles only. Buses, trailers, campers, RVs or any other oversized-type vehicles will not be allowed entry into Hidden Lake Gardens on the nights of this event.
Self-guided hike: The lighted trail covers a distance of approximately 1.5 miles of mostly unpaved surfaces with some hills and declines. Plan about 1-1.5 hours to complete the trail. Please wear appropriate seasonal attire.
Physical Requirements: Attendees should be in good physical condition, able to hike at least a mile on unpaved trails with some short hills and declines.
Limited lighting: The woods will be dark, even with a luminary trail and flashlights.
No driving access to Sky Walk: Other than the Gardens' main entrance and exit drives, there are no options for driving through the Gardens. Woodland Drive will be open to pedestrian traffic only and closed to vehicle traffic. The Arboretum will close at 5:00 p.m.
Pets: Pets are not permitted entry into the Sky Walk, Visitors Center or Conservatory.
In case of a weather-related cancellation, we will post updates on our website and Facebook.
