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- Natasha Geiling
- Antelope Valley, California. Peak Bloom: Mid-April. Primary Flower: California poppy. California's Mojave Desert might seem an unlikely place to see blooms of wildflowers, but each spring, the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve—located in the desert's western tip—explodes into a sea of orange California poppies.
- Crested Butte, Colorado. Peak Bloom: Mid-July. Primary Flower: Mixed. Inside Colorado's Gunnison National Forest lies Crested Butte, dubbed the state capital of wildflowers.
- Great Smoky Mountain National Park, Tennessee. Peak Bloom: Late April. Primary Wildflower: Mixed. Tennessee's Great Smoky Mountain National Park is home to over 1,500 wildflower varieties, making it a world-renowned hotspot for wildflower pilgrimages.
- Hill Country, Texas. Peak Bloom: Early April. Primary Flower: Bluebonnet. Forget the yellow rose—when it comes to a Texas flower, head to the state's Hill Country in central and southern Texas to catch a glimpse of the bluebonnet.
- Glacier National Park
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- Shenandoah National Park
- Mount Rainier National Park
- Cuyahoga Valley National Park
- Saguaro National Park
- Redwood National Park
- Pinnacles National Park
- Crater Lake National Park
- Death Valley National Park
Fields of glacier lilies. A profusion of purple asters. These are among the nearly 1,000 species of wildflowers that grace Glacier National Park between spring and summer. Come spring, lower elevations such as Lake McDonald impress with spectacular blooms. Summer warmth brings floral hues to higher-elevation spots; the state's beloved glacier lilie...
There's a reason the Smokies are on every bloom enthusiast's wish list: With more than 1,500 flowering plants, Great Smoky Mountains National Park boasts the most flower species across all U.S. national parks. Plus, the flowers bloom here for the majority of the year. The color profusion kicks off with ephemerals like lady slipper orchids, which ap...
By spring, Shenandoah's cheery flora bounces back in full force. More than 850 plant species bring a mosaic of colors between March and August, with blooms that transition from violets and large-flowered trillium to columbine, touch-me-nots, and sunflowers. Soak up the splendor via one of Shenandoah's wildflower vantage points. This includes low-el...
With a splash of violet in the foreground and a snow-capped peak not far behind, Mount Rainier National Park's blooms promise to leave you awestruck. Admire these magenta, gold, and blue shades throughout the park's subalpine meadows in late July and August. Some of the best spots to enjoy the show include the photogenic Reflection Lakes trail, and...
Ohio's fertile soil makes it a prime place for growing. In fact, northeast Ohio's Cuyahoga Valley National Park alone has 10 operating farms, from berry farms to a working vineyard. With that in mind, it only makes sense that Cuyahoga Valley's wildflowers dazzle just as well. The park sees spring to late summer blooms, with everything from Virginia...
Poppies and desert chicory are among the many species that add vibrancy to Saguaro National Park's desert landscape. The park's primary wildflower season runs from spring through early fall; the displays are most vibrant after steady rains late in the year, as was the case with its "banner year" for blooms in 2019. Even if the conditions aren't per...
California's colossal redwood trees are impressive enough, but add a carpet of colorful wildflowers beneath them and it's serious scenery overload. Redwood National Park's wildflower blooms emerge between January and September. That means, for the majority of the year, you can appreciate the eye-popping colors. Spring welcomes blooms like periwinkl...
Pinnacles National Park's towering bulbous rocks are nothing if not dramatic, and a splash of wildflowers takes that wow factor up a notch. In this California national park, you can admire wildflowers from March through May, when 80% are in bloom. Flower species here run the gamut. Early blooms include bush lupine and black sage, and hotter months ...
Crater Lake National Park's limited growing season means blooms have a short window, roughly July to October. But those months alone make Crater Lake one of the best national parks for wildflower views. The flora stretches from low-elevation forests up to the towering Mount Scott stratovolcano, the park's tallest point. See the vibrant hues via Lad...
Death Valleyisn't on our list because of its blooming frequency; it's here because catching a wildflower show in the park is a rare but truly incredible experience. The extreme, dry park needs nearly perfect conditions — including fall rains — for a super bloom of desert golds to paint the valley. Rangers keep visitors apprised of the latest wildfl...
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Feb 13, 2024 · Every summer, more than a thousand species of wildflowers take over the aspen groves, alpine tundras, lowlands and steep mountain slopes that make up this gorgeous park. Keep your eyes peeled for ...
Mar 16, 2024 · There are three hikes, Mosier Plateau, Rowena Plateau, and Tom McCall Point, you can take to see the blooms. Before you head out, check the online map to see where wildflowers are blooming. 7: Big Bend National Park, Texas. Best time to visit: Late March to early May
- Carlsbad Ranch, California. Take in over 50 acres of ranunculus flowers at the Carlsbad Ranch in San Diego, California. For $18, you can visit the ranch from March to mid-May every day from 9 a.m.
- Wild Berry Farm. At the sunflower fields on Wild Berry Farm in Sadler, Texas, you At the sunflower fields on Wild Berry Farm in Sadler, Texas, you can see the sky-high "Peredovik" variety (they can reach six feet tall) and pick tomatoes at the height of ripenessn too.
- Skagit Valley, Washington. Farmers have been growing tulips in Skagit Valley since the 1940s, and they’ve been thriving ever since. To celebrate the blooms, the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is hosted every year during the month of April.
- Liberty Farm, New Jersey. There's no field quite as fun to visit as this one: Every year between the months of August to September, Liberty Farm opens its famed Sussex County Sunflower Maze to the public.
Feb 1, 2019 · Crested Butte, Colorado. Summer in the Rockies is a sight to behold no matter where you are, but few spots guarantee wildflower glory like Crested Butte. Since 1986, the small Colorado mountain town has hosted the Crested Butte Wildflower Festival every July, with hikes, workshops, culinary events, photo tours and plein-air art outings.
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Jan 3, 2023 · California. Whether or not California has a super bloom depends on the rainfall, but if there has been a good amount of rain, you can expect to see wildflowers between February and April. Head to ...
