This Easy 2.5-Mile Trail In Kentucky Is Covered In Wildflower Blooms In The Springtime
By Will Suphan|Published April 04, 2024
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Will has been living in Arizona off and on for 30+ years in the Phoenix Metro and Tucson areas. He has traveled all over the state as well as having lived all over the Southwest. He's been writing for OnlyInYourState for one year and has previously written for Digital Journal. Will has a passion for travel and writing and combining the two is what he loves most. He loves solo international travel and has been to Thailand, France, Japan, and Cambodia.
When spring comes to Kentucky, we like nothing better than to get out into nature and enjoy fields and trails full of flowers blooming in so many vivid colors. Our state’s natural beauty is something we’re glad to share, and if you’re looking for a wildflower-filled trail to tackle, check out this easy hike at the University of Kentucky Arboretum.
The arboretum at the University of Kentucky is a gem we’re quite proud of. It’s a wonderful place to see spring wildflowers because you can see so many varieties at once, in manicured gardens and in wild patches.
The trail here is an easy and accessible 2.5-mile trail that’s perfect for all ages. You’ll get a close-up view of flowers like these hydrangeas and get to take a whiff of their lovely scents. You're welcome to bring your dog along, provided they're on a leash.
You’ll find blooms of every color on this trail, like these bright red cockscombs. This is a great place to see so many of the wildflowers that can be found all over Kentucky. It's a fantastic way to get a bit of exercise and fresh air while seeing the beautiful blooms of the Bluegrass State.
It’s fun to see how many flowers you can identify and to learn about species with which you were previously unfamiliar. Plus it can engender an interest in nature for your kids! Time away from all the screens can be anything but boring!
Not every place on this trail is a pristine, manicured exhibit. There are also fields that are left to their natural growth where the wildflowers truly are wild. What a place to enjoy a relaxing springtime picnic with your significant other, or as a family.
Not only will you see wildflowers in all their splendor, but you’ll also get to see butterflies and hummingbirds adding even more beauty to this magnificent trail. Supporting places like this helps restore the butterfly population.
Even on the grassy lawns, life finds a way. Kentucky’s nature blooms forth wherever it can, demanding that its beauty is seen. Coming to this place is a convenient and easy way to take in Kentucky's natural beauty.
Have you ever enjoyed a stroll on the University of Kentucky ArboretumLoop trail? Do you have any favorite spring trails in Kentucky? Let us know in the comments. If you’re looking for more places to hike, check out these wildflower trails in Kentucky:
