Two years ago we bought our Redwood tree to serve as our final resting place for five family members. Sadly we lost our first family member this Fall. The memorial services, environment, care and concern were amazing by the Better Place Forests and staff. I can't imagine a more peaceful and amazing place as a final resting spot for my beloved father. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

I purchased a tree for myself at Better Place Forest (Lake Arrowhead) for "when that time comes". When I learned that I could also place my pet's ashes at the same tree I took my precious Genesius off the book shelf and prepared a little memorial for him. I had him cremated years ago. This felt like I was giving him another one of his 9 lives. Two friends (who are my trustees) drove up with me to see the forest, visit my tree and do a little memorial for my fur-baby. We also ate lunch at a lovely Chinese restaurant nearby. It was a wonderful adventure and we are still talking about it. Niki and Ashleigh are delightful hosts who made the experience a joyful celebration. They even provided a small jar for any ashes I wanted to keep. So now (some of) Genesius is back on a shelf in my home in the beauiful cat urn I purchased for him.

Amazing place! I'm looking forward to my daughter's memorial service in the Spring. Everyone is so helpful and kind at A Better Place.

Tyler took us on a tour of the forest and clearly explained the program, showed us the available trees, told us the cost of each of the different species and sizes and informed us of the characteristics of each species. He was extremely welcoming, courteous and answered all our questions.

Wonderful company and location. Super unique provider with a courteous and professional staff!

Kind, respectful, thorough, helpful, understanding, flexible. Thank you!

Jessica was a kind, knowledgeable, and patient guide for me and my guests in the forest. It was a beautiful, chilly day. We all enjoyed the beauty of the trees and the serenity of this environment.

What a beautiful, heart-warming forest. In late October, my three grown children and I visited for the first time. The weather was perfect with sunlight filtering through the trees. We knew at once this was the perfect place for my late husband's ashes. Jessica guided us through a compassionate gathering to mix Bill's ashes with rich local earth and flower petals, then to scatter the mix beneath his tree. Our thanks to Jessica for her kindness in guiding us through an emotional and beautiful time.

Our immediate family (a group of 10) recently reunited for my father's memorial service. He would have been pleased with the final resting place chosen for both him and my mom. The setting was perfect, and the weather was ideal. Tyler and Kelly were exceptional hosts, assisting with the ash-spreading process before giving us the privacy we needed. Benches and a UTV were available for those with mobility challenges. Lastly, our dog, who shared a close bond with my father, was also welcomed. Update 11/24: I returned to visit my parent's tree. The experience was priceless! It was mom's birthday and site was unstaffed, but Tyler thoughtfully set up a bench next to our tree. I was alone in the forest, so quiet except for a few chirping birds. This was nothing like my visits to traditional cemetaries with headstones and mowed grass. Amazingly, two redwood seedlings had taken root where my parent's ashes were spread. What are the odds? I'd add an extra star, but google doesn't allow.

I recently had a ceremony here and my experience with Better Place Forrest was truly incredible. Gillian was so helpful and patient and the ceremony for my loved ones ashes was beautiful and healing. My expectations were exceeded and I’m so grateful that I found them.