Few People Know About This Arizona Trail Covered In Wildflowers
When springtime rolls around, all we can think about is taking wildflower hikes in Arizona. If your mind works in a similar fashion, you’ll definitely want to check out the Palo Verde Trail at Bartlett Lake this season. Lined with vibrant blooms in every color of the rainbow, this moderate hike deserves a top spot on your spring bucket list.
We can't imagine a better way to spend a warm, sunny spring day than by hiking the Palo Verde Trail.
Skirting around the shores of the beautiful Bartlett Lake in the Tonto National Forest, this moderate, 8.2-mile adventure is scenic, secluded, and simply stunning.
With an elevation gain of just over 850 feet, the out-and-back trail has several areas of loose rocks and is slightly overgrown in spots - but aside from those two things, it isn't too difficult. Just wear appropriate shoes and you'll be golden!
The trail is worth embarking on year-round, but early spring is by far the best time to visit if you love seeing vibrantly-hued wildflowers. In stark contrast to the bleak, snowcapped mountains...
Spring is a time when Earth comes back to life after a long winter's rest, and Mother Nature really does some of her best work on the Palo Verde Trail.
Have you ever hiked the Palo Verde Trail during spring? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments! Don’t forget to check out our previous article for a nearby cafe with some of the best pies in Arizona.
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and changed her major twice (psychology, computer science, and finally criminal justice) before taking a leap of faith and dropping out to pursue a career in freelance writing.
Today, Katie writes for the Texas and Arizona pages of OnlyInYourState.com and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on the sofa with a hot cup of coffee, watching a crime TV show or scary movie.
