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","entrances":"There are many places to enter this natural area, including off Triphammer Footbridge, Sampson Trail near Helen Newman Hall, a trail next to the Tang Welcome Center, and off Forest Home Drive near Cornell Botanic Gardens’ Nevin Welcome Center.","viewingSite":"With the wide open lake, this location has many amazing views. You might enjoy reading or relaxing at the rocky beach at the entrance near the Martin Y. Tang Welcome Center, which has a great open view of the lake. Also check out Sackett Bridge, which is a great place to take photos. The trail around the lake contains several other beautiful overlooks and hidden locations. Canoeing is offered periodically through Cornell Outdoor Education. ","latitude":42.45201,"longitude":-76.47881,"active":true,"order":1,"photos":[{"photoId":1,"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1743100134495_Beebe Lake.jpg","photoAltText":"Wildflowers in the foreground overlooking Beebe Lake at Cornell, with the lake's serene waters and surrounding foliage creating a peaceful natural scene.","locationId":1}],"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1743100134495_Beebe Lake.jpg","photoAltText":"Wildflowers in the foreground overlooking Beebe Lake at Cornell, with the lake's serene waters and surrounding foliage creating a peaceful natural scene."},{"locationId":3,"name":"Cascadilla Gorge","activities":"Walking, Nature Observation, Scenic Waterfalls","shortDescription":"A picturesque gorge trail with waterfalls.","description":"Located just south of campus, this gorge trail connects the Cornell Campus to downtown Ithaca. You'll follow Cascadilla Creek past waterfalls and a \"gorges\" display of rock, water, and plants adapted for gorge life. This is one of the Cornell Botanic Gardens on-campus natural areas.\r\n\r\nPlease refer to the Cornell gorge safety site for information and the latest conditions.","difficulty":"Some stairs and uneven trails, with some areas closed and not maintained in the winter. ","duration":"At a leisurely pace, it will take you less than an hour to walk round-trip between the upper College Avenue Stone Arch Bridge entrance and Treman Triangle Park downtown. ","entrances":"Enter near the Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts for the lower gorge trail to downtown. The upper trail is accessible near Rhodes hall and also near the bus stop at College and Oak Avenues in Collegetown. Note that the lower gorge trail is closed during the winter months, but the gorge above College Ave is open year-round.","viewingSite":"This is one of the most picturesque gorges in the Finger Lakes Region and was voted Ithaca's favorite gorge. Ascending over 400 feet, this historic set of stone trails and staircases was originally constructed in the late 1920s, and takes visitors through the gorge formed from ancient bedrock past six waterfalls. Please note, swimming is strictly prohibited, and while gorges are wonderful, they can be very dangerous. Learn more about gorge safety at gorgesafety.cornell.edu.  ","latitude":42.44293,"longitude":-76.49414,"active":true,"order":2,"photos":[{"photoId":62,"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1743100206733_Cascadilla Gorge Spring.jpg","photoAltText":"A vibrant purple loosestrife flower stands in focus in the foreground, with a softly blurred waterfall cascading down rocky terrain in the background.","locationId":3}],"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1743100206733_Cascadilla Gorge Spring.jpg","photoAltText":"A vibrant purple loosestrife flower stands in focus in the foreground, with a softly blurred waterfall cascading down rocky terrain in the background."},{"locationId":18,"name":"Libe Slope","activities":" Sunsets, Meditating, Picnics, Socializing","shortDescription":"Cornell's iconic slope.","description":"Libe Slope is a large grassy hill overlooking West Campus with a view of Cayuga lake. The slope was originally called \"Library Slope\" for its proximity to Olin and Uris libraries. Set between West Campus and Central Campus, the slope is a wonderful space to sit and catch up with friends between classes, or to lay out a blanket and relax in warmer weather. ","difficulty":"The hill is very steep if coming from West Avenue, but is easier to navigate from Ho Plaza.","duration":"Stop for a few minutes to take in the view, or put down a blanket and stay for hours. ","entrances":"From either the top of the staircase behind Snee Hall or from various points along Campus Road.","viewingSite":"You can find students hanging out on the slope between classes during the nice weather. This is a beautiful place to watch the sunset, meditate, or chat with a friend. ","latitude":42.44934,"longitude":-76.4864,"active":true,"order":3,"photos":[{"photoId":77,"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1743100841760_Libe SLope.jpg","photoAltText":"Iconic grassy slope of Cornell.","locationId":18}],"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1743100841760_Libe SLope.jpg","photoAltText":"Iconic grassy slope of Cornell."},{"locationId":8,"name":"Liberty Hyde Bailey Conservatory","activities":"Plant Observation","shortDescription":"Large collections of exotic plants used for research and teaching.","description":"This state-of-the art 4,000-square-foot greenhouse on Tower Road is home to a large collection of exotic plants used for research and teaching. The greenhouse maintains an indoor climate in the 70s, ideal for plants native to tropical, subtropical, and other regions. Be wowed by all the different flower types and wonderful aromas!","difficulty":"Easy and indoors. ","duration":"Take as long as you'd like to explore one or both houses: the Student House and the Palm House.","entrances":"The Conservancy is just outside the Plant Science building on Tower Road. It is typically open 10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. weekdays when Cornell University is open. ","viewingSite":"On a gray, chilly Ithaca day, the conservatory can provide a warm, green, vibrant retreat! Something is always flowering, and you might even catch one of Cornell’s famous corpse flowers in bloom!","latitude":42.44792,"longitude":-76.47684,"active":true,"order":4,"photos":[{"photoId":67,"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1739288029830_2016_0123_012_select.jpg","photoAltText":"Person viewing plants inside conservatory","locationId":8}],"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1739288029830_2016_0123_012_select.jpg","photoAltText":"Person viewing plants inside conservatory"},{"locationId":2,"name":"Newman Meadow ","activities":"Walking, Reading, Birding, Dog Walks","shortDescription":" An open field with meandering flat trails.","description":"This gentle hillside meadow is within Newman Arboretum, and was carved by Fall Creek thousands of years ago. Because the meadow is mowed infrequently, it has a more diverse plant and animal habitat than you might expect in a grassland, allowing you to see many insects and birds. This is one of the Cornell Botanic Gardens on-campus natural areas.","difficulty":"Easy and flat mowed trails. ","duration":"It will take about an hour to explore the trail network.","entrances":"Enter near the Caldwell Road entrance to the Cornell Arboretum, between the Nut Tree Collection and Slim Jim Woods.","viewingSite":"Enjoy meandering mown paths through fields of tall grasses and trees, alone, with a friend, or with your dog. Consider stopping at the bench under the large trees at the top of the trail near Slim Jim Woods to get a great view of the meadow. It's a beautiful spot to meditate, read, or relax.","latitude":42.45196,"longitude":-76.4633,"active":true,"order":4,"photos":[{"photoId":60,"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1722263486943_H_newman_meadow.jpg","photoAltText":"An open meadow with trees and blue, gray sky","locationId":2}],"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1722263486943_H_newman_meadow.jpg","photoAltText":"An open meadow with trees and blue, gray sky"},{"locationId":4,"name":"A.D. White House Gardens","activities":"Reading, Meditating, Socializing","shortDescription":"A quiet garden nook in the heart of campus.","description":"This beautiful garden sits in front of the A. D. White House, named after Cornell's first president and co-founder, A. D. White. ","difficulty":"Easy; use caution on the steps in the winter.","duration":"At your leisure.","entrances":"Access this garden from Tower Road by walk up the stone steps close to the bus stop at Tower Road and Feeney Way, or find it behind the Big Red Barn if coming from the Ag Quad. ","viewingSite":"A quiet outdoor meeting spot that's great for meditating, having a picnic, or reading. You'll find beautiful flowers in the growing season, and a lovely lawn to hang out on!","latitude":42.44817,"longitude":-76.48156,"active":true,"order":5,"photos":[{"photoId":63,"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1739287761264_12_DEC_UP_2018_0021_025A.jpg","photoAltText":"Flowers blooming behind Victorian house.","locationId":4}],"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1739287761264_12_DEC_UP_2018_0021_025A.jpg","photoAltText":"Flowers blooming behind Victorian house."},{"locationId":7,"name":"Mundy Wildflower Garden","activities":"Walking, Trail Running, Dog Walks, Birding, Plant Observation","shortDescription":"Scenic walking trail alongside Fall Creek.","description":"Bordering scenic Fall Creek, this natural area in the Cornell Botanic Garden includes forested slopes, floodplain forest, and wetland meadows along a network of trails that borders Fall Creek. You'll find a remarkable variety of plants native to the area. This is one of the Cornell Botanic Gardens on-campus natural areas.","difficulty":"Easy to moderate trails. ","duration":"It will take an hour or so to explore some of the 1.64 miles in the trail network. ","entrances":"There are entrances to the trail on Judd Falls Road and on Forest Home Drive.  Note: the Judd Falls Road entrance features a moderately steep staircase.","viewingSite":"This garden is a centerpiece of Cornell Botanic Gardens' native plant education program, known for its exceptional diversity of early spring blooming wildflowers such as skunk cabbage, trout lily, marsh marigold, and trillium that take advantage of the spring sunlight before the trees get their leaves. There are more than 200 plant labels throughout the garden as well as photos with up-to-date lists of the season's flowering plants near the garden entrance. ","latitude":42.45007,"longitude":-76.46919,"active":true,"order":5,"photos":[{"photoId":66,"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1722263677977_LR_mundy.natives.jpg","photoAltText":"A lush field of bright yellow wildflowers in full bloom under the clear sky, with a backdrop of diverse greenery and trees bearing hints of pink spring blossoms.","locationId":7}],"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1722263677977_LR_mundy.natives.jpg","photoAltText":"A lush field of bright yellow wildflowers in full bloom under the clear sky, with a backdrop of diverse greenery and trees bearing hints of pink spring blossoms."},{"locationId":14,"name":"Fall Creek Gorge ","activities":"Hiking, Scenic Waterfalls, Wildlife Viewing","shortDescription":"Deep rocky gorge trails and views.","description":"This iconic gorge is an awe-inspiring spot to visit, and offers short hiking trails, picnic areas, a pedestrian suspension bridge, and wildlife viewing. This is one of the Cornell Botanic Gardens on-campus natural areas.","difficulty":"Easy, Moderate, and Difficult.","duration":"It typically takes less then an hour to explore the 0.95 miles of trails. ","entrances":"Find the Risley Trail off Thurston Ave at the back side of Risley Hall, or find the Cayuga Trail by descending the stairs at Millstein Hall off University Ave. ","viewingSite":"Take in the visual beauty and incredible sounds of the six waterfalls of Fall Creek. Enjoy hiking on the Risley Trail that leads to a picnic area, or Horseshoe Falls Trail that leads to an overlook for a view of the 30-foot Horseshoe falls! Follow the magnificent Cayuga Trail from campus up Fall Creek. Please note, swimming is strictly prohibited, and while gorges are wonderful, they can be very dangerous. Learn more about gorge safety at gorgesafety.cornell.edu.  ","latitude":42.45196,"longitude":-76.48583,"active":true,"order":6,"photos":[{"photoId":73,"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1722264487947_0981_12_104_select.jpg","photoAltText":"Image of gorge waterfall in fall","locationId":14}],"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1722264487947_0981_12_104_select.jpg","photoAltText":"Image of gorge waterfall in fall"},{"locationId":5,"name":"Palmer Woods","activities":"Hiking, Birding, Plant Observation, Picnics.","shortDescription":"Woodland trails and nature viewing.","description":"Offering a scenic escape near North Campus, Palmer Woods is home to diverse vegetation, birds, and a combination of thick woods and some mowed trails. Make sure you wear protective clothing as these trails are semi-maintained. This is one of the Cornell Botanic Gardens on-campus natural areas.","difficulty":"Easy to moderate.","duration":"It will take about one hour to walk the trails.","entrances":"Access from the North-West corner of A Lot or by walking north along Triphammer Road, and turning right onto the trail just before the road intersects with Iroquois. Walk with caution, as there is no sidewalk!","viewingSite":"Take a peaceful walk along the mowed trails, or go birding with the help of the Lab or Ornithology's Merlin App! You may even see deer and other wildlife living in this thick woods. Enjoy the mix of new growth and remarkable undisturbed old growth. ","latitude":42.46302,"longitude":-76.48344,"active":true,"order":9,"photos":[{"photoId":64,"fileName":"https://s3.amazonaws.com/cu-ssit-naturerx/locations/Palmer.jpg","photoAltText":"Image of woodland area with forest.","locationId":5}],"fileName":"https://s3.amazonaws.com/cu-ssit-naturerx/locations/Palmer.jpg","photoAltText":"Image of woodland area with forest."},{"locationId":6,"name":"Park Park ","activities":"Hiking, Picnics, Nature Observation, Hiking.","shortDescription":"Easy, relaxing walk along old-growth forest.","description":"The Morgan-Smith Trail passes through a small but breathtaking old-growth forest with a rich diversity of mature trees and herbaceous plants in Park Park. This is one of the Cornell Botanic Gardens on-campus natural areas.","difficulty":"Mostly flat and easy.","duration":"It takes about an hour and a half to take a round trip on the Morgan Smith Trail and the trails at the Park Park Natural Area, returning on the trails along Fall Creek.","entrances":"The entrance to the Morgan Smith Trail is marked by a trail map sign located on Arboretum Road next to the Dogwood Collection. The Morgan Smith Trail connects to trails in the Park Park Natural Area. Trails along Fall Creek can be accessed along Forest Home Drive across from Park Park and at the south end of the Stevenson Footbridge. Parking: There is a parking lot at the entrance to the Park Park Natural Area from Forest Home Drive and NYS Route 366 (Dryden Road) and two other parking lots on Forest Home Drive. There are parking spaces near the entrance to the Morgan Smith Trail in the F. R. Newman Arboretum.","viewingSite":"Easy relaxing walk, some nice resting benches along the trail that provide views of the wooded hillside you are walking along. There's an overlook and picnic area with a scenic view of Fall Creek and three stone picnic tables along the banks of Fall Creek. Flat trails along Fall Creek on the north side of Forest Home Drive follow the bank of Fall Creek through a mature forest. Trails also connect to the Stevenson Footbridge, which lead to miles of trails on the north side of Fall Creek: this trail is ideal for making a return loop back into the Arboretum.","latitude":42.45373,"longitude":-76.44774,"active":true,"order":10,"photos":[{"photoId":65,"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1733781668046_park_park 1.jpg","photoAltText":"Image of park, rolling green grass, lush forest trees, blue skies with white clouds.","locationId":6}],"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1733781668046_park_park 1.jpg","photoAltText":"Image of park, rolling green grass, lush forest trees, blue skies with white clouds."},{"locationId":11,"name":"Robison Herb Garden","activities":"Walking, Plant Observation","shortDescription":"A high-quality herb garden to view and enjoy.","description":"Located beside the Cornell Botanic Garden's Nevin Welcome Center, the garden features over 500 varieties of herbs, or plants that have human use. Visitors can take advantage of self-guided audio tours accessed on their phones throughout the garden by QR code to enjoy and learn about its features. This is one of the Cornell Botanic Gardens on-campus natural areas.","difficulty":"Level paths of mown grass and flagstone.","duration":"At your leisure.","entrances":"Accessed through Arboretum Road, Forest Home Drive or Judd Falls Road.","viewingSite":"Noted by a leading public garden director as the best-quality herb garden in the U.S., the herbs in this garden are uniquely arranged into 17 theme beds, including Fragrant Herbs, Medicinal Herbs, Culinary Herbs, and Herbs of Indigenous Peoples. Each plant is labeled with its common and scientific name, and a description of its use.","latitude":42.44973,"longitude":-76.47137,"active":true,"order":11,"photos":[{"photoId":70,"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1733781705311_Robison Herb Garden by Jay Potter.JPG","photoAltText":"Stone work within the herb garden","locationId":11}],"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1733781705311_Robison Herb Garden by Jay Potter.JPG","photoAltText":"Stone work within the herb garden"},{"locationId":10,"name":"Slim Jim Woods ","activities":"Hiking, Trail Running, Wildlife Veiwing","shortDescription":"Enjoy the heart of Cornell's Botanic Gardens.","description":"This wide strip of mature forest is very bio diverse with old, majestic oak, hickory, and maple trees. This is one of the Cornell Botanic Gardens on-campus natural areas.","difficulty":"A fairly level woodland path, with one steep slope. ","duration":"At your leisure, 20-minute walk from Cornell’s Ag Quad.","entrances":"These woods begin near the entrance to the F. R. Newman Arboretum. A trail begins at the edge of the woods near a concrete sculpture called the Hyperbolic Paraboloid and leads to the top of the wooded slope.","viewingSite":"A trail within Slim Jim Woods leads to a bench under a old iconic oak tree, with a view of Newman Meadow in the F. R. Newman Arboretum. The slope in the woods is steep and the downslope movement of organic matter and water helps lead to changes in species diversity from the top to bottom of the slope. Notice how the ecological communities vary in these woods.","latitude":42.4512,"longitude":-76.46275,"active":true,"order":12,"photos":[{"photoId":69,"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1733781736829_LR_slimjim_trails.jpg","photoAltText":"Pond with bridge and wooden pergola","locationId":10}],"fileName":"https://cu-ssit-naturerx.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/locations/1733781736829_LR_slimjim_trails.jpg","photoAltText":"Pond with bridge and wooden pergola"},{"locationId":15,"name":"The Deans & Centennial Gardens","activities":"Reading, Meditating, Socializing","shortDescription":"A campus garden to surround yourself with nature.","description":"Located near Mann Library, the Deans Garden includes formal beds of shrubs and perennials, multiple benches, and mature, overhanging trees. It's the perfect spot to spend a few minutes relaxing. Just to the east is the Centennial Garden, where you can find quiet spots for reading, relaxation, and meditating.","difficulty":"Flat and fully accessible, although some of the tight turns in the paths may be difficult to navigate in a wheelchair or with a stroller.","duration":"At your leisure.","entrances":"Enter the gardens from the doors leading out of Warren Hall or Mann Library.","viewingSite":"Beautiful gardens to view and private areas for relaxation and mediation.","latitude":42.44944,"longitude":-76.47626,"active":true,"order":13,"photos":[{"photoId":74,"fileName":"https://s3.amazonaws.com/cu-ssit-naturerx/locations/DeansGarden.jpg","photoAltText":"Green, lush shrubbery.","locationId":15}],"fileName":"https://s3.amazonaws.com/cu-ssit-naturerx/locations/DeansGarden.jpg","photoAltText":"Green, lush shrubbery."},{"locationId":16,"name":"The ILR Courtyard","activities":"Picnics, Socializing, Reading","shortDescription":"Quiet hideaway on Central Campus.","description":"Located on Central Campus and surrounded by the Ives buildings, the courtyard could be described as an oasis of greenery. Almost entirely enclosed except for an entryway on the west side of the courtyard, this landscape is sheltered and warmer than other areas of campus. The site was designed to invite people to stay a while and enjoy the calm amidst trees, shrubs, and ground covers protected from the bustling campus.","difficulty":"Grass picnic area and concrete paths.","duration":"At your leisure.","entrances":"Enter the gardens from the entryway opposite Statler Hall, or from one of the exits of Ives Hall.","viewingSite":"This is a favorite lunch and meeting spot for many students, faculty, and staff. The gardens within the courtyard allow for privacy in the middle of campus.","latitude":42.44697,"longitude":-76.48109,"active":true,"order":14,"photos":[{"photoId":75,"fileName":"https://s3.amazonaws.com/cu-ssit-naturerx/locations/ILRCourtyard.jpg","photoAltText":"Tree-sided path running through a grassy courtyard.","locationId":16}],"fileName":"https://s3.amazonaws.com/cu-ssit-naturerx/locations/ILRCourtyard.jpg","photoAltText":"Tree-sided path running through a grassy courtyard."},{"locationId":9,"name":"Tiger Glen Garden","activities":"Meditating, Reading, Quiet conversations.","shortDescription":"A traditional Japanese garden near the heart of campus.","description":"This traditional Japanese garden is an exquisite example of fine zen craftsmanship in the karesansui (or dry-landscape) style of garden. It features natural elements symbolizing the Three Laughers of the Tiger Glen, an ancient story about overcoming differences. Located at the Johnson Museum in a small and quiet corner of campus, this space is well worth a visit.","difficulty":"One set of stairs to garden. Wooden deck slippery when wet. Accessible for those with ambulatory restrictions from the viewing windows inside the museum.","duration":"At your pleasure, there is no time limit.","entrances":"The garden can be accessed from the sidewalk along University Avenue. It is always open for walking through by visitors, except when severe weather conditions require that it be closed. The garden can also be viewed from the interior of the Johnson Museum wing during regular museum hours. ","viewingSite":"The garden symbolizes the Chinese legend of the Three Laughers of the Tiger Glen, with the protagonists represented by three upright boulders. A cleft through a field of moss represents the ravine, the bottom of which is lined with small stones to evoke the torrent. The sound of running water in the nearby stone basin accompanies visual illusion of running water in the ravine. There are twelve species of mosses in the garden, and a large Japanese red pine tree called a Tanyosho. The tree is pruned and its bark polished each year to maintain its form and luster.","latitude":42.45111,"longitude":-76.48637,"active":true,"order":15,"photos":[{"photoId":68,"fileName":"https://s3.amazonaws.com/cu-ssit-naturerx/locations/TigerGlen.jpg","photoAltText":"Winding stone basin representing the flow of water within the garden.","locationId":9}],"fileName":"https://s3.amazonaws.com/cu-ssit-naturerx/locations/TigerGlen.jpg","photoAltText":"Winding stone basin representing the flow of water within the garden."},{"locationId":12,"name":"Willard Straight Rock Garden","activities":"Meditation, Relaxation","shortDescription":"Lush rock garden off Ho Plaza.","description":"The Willard Straight Rock Garden was created in 1933 by Edith Ouzt, then social director of Willard Straight Hall.  It was redesigned in the 1980’s by faculty and students from the departments of Landscape Architecture and Horticulture.  Much of the garden lines the banks of the waterfall-filled stream known as Wee Stinky Creek (a name that harkens back to when the College of Veterinary Science was located nearby and drained chemicals and animal waste into the creek).  Among the garden’s treasures are a fine weeping hemlock, mature tulip trees, dwarf conifers, flowering shrubs, and colorful perennials.  The somewhat unkempt condition of the current garden lends it a romantic air, a perfect spot for moonlit strolls.","difficulty":"While the garden is small in size, its stone stairs and changes of terrain require that one is mindful of what’s underfoot to avoid tripping hazards.","duration":"One can walk the garden in as little as five minutes or linger for an hour while forgetting about assignments that are due.","entrances":"From either Ho Plaza at the top or the side door of Willard Straight Hall.","viewingSite":"Without entering the garden, one can view it from Ho Plaza. Within the garden, the best views are from the bench at the top which allows one to take in the entire garden and parts of Libe Slope below.","latitude":42.44613,"longitude":-76.48555,"active":true,"order":16,"photos":[{"photoId":71,"fileName":"https://s3.amazonaws.com/cu-ssit-naturerx/locations/WillardStraightRockGarden.jpg","photoAltText":"Lush garden surrounded by stone works","locationId":12}],"fileName":"https://s3.amazonaws.com/cu-ssit-naturerx/locations/WillardStraightRockGarden.jpg","photoAltText":"Lush garden surrounded by stone works"}]