Take A Virtual Tour Through A Sea Of Daffodils In The Bottom Of The Linville Gorge In North Carolina

Springtime in North Carolina arrived liked a rabid lion - in many ways. But if there's one place where the world has carried on as if nothing has changed, it's deep in the Linville Gorge, where thousands upon thousands of daffodils bloom each year, creating a bright yellow sea of color.

The vivid garden is a living testament to the family that long, long ago built a homestead in the bottom of the Gorge in the area now known as Daffodil Flats.

Daffodil Flats is rooted deep within the rugged terrain of the 12-mile Linville Gorge — and it's no easy feat to hike the six-mile round trip to get there.

For those who couldn't make it this year, we found some breathing video of the fiery, yet delicate, blooms.

Linville Gorge is known as the Grand Canyon of North Carolina. With overlooks, trails, and waterfalls (Linville Falls is found in the Gorge), there are endless ways to enjoy the pure beauty found in the Gorge.

But only a handful of experienced hikers each year will know the splendor of standing in Daffodil Flats in the springtime and gazing over a sea of blazing daffodils. For the next best thing, check out the incredible video below from YouTube user, Cathy Anderson.

Have you ever witnessed the glorious spring bloom in Daffodil Flats? We'd love to know!

North Carolina's Linville Gorge is home to many other places to get out and explore nature on foot - and they're not all as difficult to reach as Daffodil Flats. What are your favorite spots to visit when you're in the area? We'd love to know!

When you feel it's safe for you and your family to start enjoying the great outdoors, be sure to get reacquainted with Linville Falls. It's one of the best features of the Gorge... don't you agree?!