Here in Alabama we boast many trails, including several where beautiful wildflowers bloom. And if you’ve ever wondered about the best places to see wildflowers in Alabama, then this hike is for you. The trail to which I’m referring is the Rainbow Mountain Loop Trail at Rainbow Mountain Nature Preserve in Madison. To learn about this nature preserve and one of our favorite wildflower hikes in Alabama, take a look below.

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Before you leave for this or any hike in Alabama, be sure to download your free trial of AllTrails+ to access offline maps and trail conditions, as well as some cool perks.  

Do you agree with us that this is one of the best wildflower hikes in Alabama? Have you ever hiked this trail? If so, please feel free to share your experience with us in the comments below.

While in Madison, a great place to dine is Main Street Cafe. For information about this restaurant, be sure to take a look at the following article: This Former Jail In Alabama Is Now A Restaurant And You’ll Want To Visit. Note: Make sure to call ahead to verify current hours.

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Wildflowers In Alabama

Aside from Rainbow Mountain Loop Trail, where are some places to see flowers in Alabama during the spring?

From botanical gardens to hiking trails to flower farms and more, here are the best places to see flowers in Alabama. 

  • Birmingham Botanical Gardens - Birmingham
  • Blount Cultural Park - Montgomery
  • Alabama's Wildflower Trail, Huntsville
  • Little River Canyon National Preserve - Fort Payne
  • Langan Park - Mobile
  • Bellingrath Gardens and Home - Theodore
  • Noccalula Falls Park - Gadsden
  • Moonflower Farms, Fort Payne
  • Hubert Family Tulips, New Market
  • Delano Park - Decatur
  • Auburn University at Montgomery: Red Trail, Montgomery

Be sure to read this article featuring more places where you can see flowers in Alabama in spring. 

What are some fun things to do in Alabama in spring?

Spring is our favorite season in Alabama, and these are some of the fun things to do in Alabama that belong on your list:

  • Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve, Tuscumbia
  • Dismals Canyon, Phil Campbell,
  • DeSoto Falls, Mentone
  • Turkey Creek Nature Preserve, Pinson
  • Birmingham Zoo, Birmingham
  • Noccalula Falls Park, Gadsden
  • Orr Park, Montevallo
  • Turkey Creek Nature Preserve, Pinson
  • Wilderness Park, Prattville
  • Cheaha State Park, Delta
  • Cahaba Lily Festival, West Blocton
  • Dauphin Island, Gulf Coast
  • The Market at Pepper Place, Birmingham

Don’t forget to read our previous article telling you more about these fun things to do in Alabama during spring.

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