Posted in Utah March 09, 2019 by

These Dazzling Desert Wildflowers In Utah Should Be On Your Spring Bucket List

While the weather might still be cold and snowy in much of Utah, spring is right around the corner. Get an early dose of warm weather and spring blooms in the southern part of the state, and if you’re looking for vibrant wildflowers, you’ll want to put Snow Canyon State Park on your bucket list. Take a look!

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Snow Canyon State Park is a little gem that covers 7,400 acres and offers camping, hiking, and nature programs.
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The desert landscape here rivals that of any of our national parks...
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...and it's the perfect place for a spring adventure.
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Starting in April, you'll start to see the desert come alive in vibrant hues.
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Take one of the park's hiking trails to see how many different wildflowers you can fine.
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They pop up all over the park...
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...sometimes even in unexpected spots.
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Make sure to bring your camera along for this annual display of brilliant blooms.
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Snow Canyon State Park offers several wildflower-themed events in the spring. Join rangers on April 27th for Wildflowers and Watercolors - a short, one mile hike that includes time for you to work with watercolors to paint your favorite bloom.
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You'll find Snow Canyon State Park near St. George.
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Click here for the interactive map and directions.

Learn more about Snow Canyon State Park on its website, and tell us all about your adventures there in the comments below.