Here in Wisconsin, our winters are infamously long. However, when the days become warmer and the season changes, magic unfolds in the state’s wildest places. In southwest Wisconsin, there’s a huge natural area that practically explodes with color and plant life. It’s called the Kickapoo Valley Reserve. Located near LaFarge, it’s a perfect place for a Wisconsin wildflower hike. Here’s why you should make plans to visit Kickapoo to witness the lovely wildflowers in Wisconsin this year.

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The Kickapoo Valley Reserve is a must-visit destination for anyone who loves nature, hiking, and wildflowers in Wisconsin. Learn more on the Kickapoo Valley Reserve website. Wisconsin has a lot of hidden natural gems, including a wild mountain range you might not have heard of.

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What are some more of the best wildflower hikes in Wisconsin?

If you want to see more pretty blooms, here are some of the best wildflower hikes in Wisconsin that you will love. 

  • Detroit Harbor Nature Preserve, Washington
  • Hawthorn Hollow Nature Sanctuary and Arboretum, Kenosha
  • Pheasant Branch Conservancy, Middleton
  • Lime-Kiln Trail at High Cliff State Park — Sherwood
  • Powder Hill Trail, Hartford
  • Mount Pisgah Hemlock Trail, Ontario
  • Brady's Bluff and Riverview Trail Loop, Trempealeau
  • Trail Tramper's Delight Trail, Fish Creek
  • Lake Geneva Path, Lake Geneva
  • Riverview Trail at Perrot State Park, Trempealeau
  • Dells of the Eau Claire Loop, Aniwa

Read our article to learn more about the best wildflower hikes in Wisconsin.

Where are some more places to see spring flowers in Wisconsin?

From flower farms to botanical gardens, here are some more places to see spring flowers in Wisconsin.

  • Hawthorn Hollow Nature Sanctuary and Arboretum, Kenosha
  • Bookworm Gardens, Sheboygan
  • Oh My Peonies LLC, Marion
  • West Bend Labyrinth Garden, West Bend
  • Boerner Botanical Gardens, Hales Corners
  • Lake Park by Frederick Law Olmstead, Milwaukee
  • Paine Art Center and Gardens, Oshkosh
  • Allen Centennial Garden, Madison
  • Butterfly Gardens of Wisconsin, Appleton
  • Labyrinth Garden, West Bend

Check out this article featuring more places to see spring flowers in Wisconsin. 

What are the best state parks for spring hikes in Wisconsin?

Our state parks are one of the best places for spring hikes in Wisconsin, and here are some of the ones that belong on your list:

  • Peninsula State Park, Fish Creek
  • Blue Mound State Park, Blue Mounds
  • High Cliff State Park, Sherwood
  • Wildcat Mountain State Park, Ontario
  • Mirror Lake State Park, Baraboo, WI
  • New Glarus Woods State Park, New Glarus
  • Devil's Lake State Park, Baraboo
  • Rib Mountain State Park, Wausau

Be sure to check out our website featuring more state parks that are great for spring hikes in Wisconsin.

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