6 Perfectly Awesome Wildflower Hikes in the USA
The coming of spring is pretty well celebrated in our family, and I suspect in many households across the world. We’re ready to throw open the windows, pack away the skis and snowshoes, and enjoy some fresh mountain air. We’ve got to make it through April in Vermont of course, which is pretty fickle, but we’re well on our way to blue skies, tank tops, bug spray, and wildflowers. Wildflower hikes might just be my favorite way to enjoy spring — they’re usually more like meanders and often include a picnic blanket, field guide, and a camera. With the memory of winter still hanging in the air, a field full of wildflowers takes on a near-mystical quality. Are you ready to dust off your hiking boots and find the colors of spring? These are some of the best wildflower hikes in the lower 48. Blue Lake Trail, Brainard Lake Recreation Area: Ward, Colorado A field of wildflowers in Colorado. Photo credit: Shannon Dizmang Length: 5.1 miles round trip Diffic...