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Nature Rx

Holistic well-being through connection with nature

Wildflowers in the foreground overlooking Beebe Lake at Cornell, with the lake's serene waters and surrounding foliage creating a peaceful natural scene.

Campus Nature

Looking for places to explore? Whether you have 2 minutes to stop for a breathtaking waterfall view or 1 hour to enjoy a hike, there are many opportunities to connect with nature. Check out these natural areas on and around the Cornell campus!
Wildflowers in the foreground overlooking Beebe Lake at Cornell, with the lake's serene waters and surrounding foliage creating a peaceful natural scene.

Beebe Lake

A vibrant purple loosestrife flower stands in focus in the foreground, with a softly blurred waterfall cascading down rocky terrain in the background.

Cascadilla Gorge

Iconic grassy slope of Cornell.

Libe Slope

Person viewing plants inside conservatory

Liberty Hyde Bailey Conservatory

An open meadow with trees and blue, gray sky

Newman Meadow

Flowers blooming behind Victorian house.

A.D. White House Gardens

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.

Mundy Wildflower Garden

Image of gorge waterfall in fall

Fall Creek Gorge

Image of woodland area with forest.

Palmer Woods

Image of park, rolling green grass, lush forest trees, blue skies with white clouds.

Park Park

Stone work within the herb garden

Robison Herb Garden

Pond with bridge and wooden pergola

Slim Jim Woods

Green, lush shrubbery.

The Deans & Centennial Gardens

Tree-sided path running through a grassy courtyard.

The ILR Courtyard

Winding stone basin representing the flow of water within the garden.

Tiger Glen Garden

Lush garden surrounded by stone works

Willard Straight Rock Garden