After a soaking wet winter, desert landscapes from San Diego to the Mojave are poised for a vibrant wildflower season — andbuzzing with the possibility of a super bloom.
Here are the bestSouthern California areato plan your super bloom pilgrimage — from poppy-covered hillsides to sprawling desert carpets this spring.
Record rainfall has seenDeath Valley— usually barren and dry — in an “an above-average bloom year,” officials said.
While there are fewer flowers than in previous super bloom years, the bloom is shaping up to be the parks’ strongest in years, per the National Park Service.
Set against a stark desert backdrop, flora species currently on display include Desert Gold, Sand Verbena, Five Spot, Brown-eyed Primrose, Mohave Desert Star, Phacelia, and Suncups.
Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve
One of the quintessential super bloom destinations, thisMojave Desertpark just north of LA showcases the iconic California poppy at its finest.
Rolling hillsides often ignite with brilliant orange in peak bloom– typically March to April.
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Experts suggest going between mid-March through April, but you can see for yourself when the best time to go is via the park’slive feed.
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