18th Annual Wildflower Saturday
Saturday, May 1, 2010

Join us for a great day of hiking and learning about many different species of plants. Springtime at DeSoto State Park is truly beautiful, with Rhododendron and Mountain Laurel blooming around every corner.

DeSoto's trails vary from fairly flat terrain to slightly steep inclines. Be sure to bring water and snacks and wear appropriate footwear.

All hikes are free to the Public and no registration** required!

You will be able to choose from 3 separate hikes during the day.
1. The Azalea Cascade Hike: Starts on DeSoto's Azalea Cascade Boardwalk and ends at the Country Store.
 

• Meets behind DeSoto's Country Store on the deck
  • 9:00 a.m.
  • 1:00 p.m.
  • 3:00 p.m.
• Easy to Moderate

2. The Rhododendron Trail Hike: Goes from Country Store towards DeSoto's pool area and down the yellow trail, ending at Indian Falls.
 

• Meets inside DeSoto's Nature Center
  • 9:00 a.m.
  • 1:00 p.m.
  • 3:00 p.m.
• Easy to Moderate

3. The Little River Hike: Starts at Indian Falls, follows the yellow trail and circles back to Indian Falls.
 

• Meets outside DeSoto's Country Store on grass.
  • 9:00 a.m.
  • 1:00 p.m.
  • 3:00 p.m.
• Moderate to mildly strenuous

Please make sure to meet at the appointed place for your chosen hike on a timely basis.

7:00 a.m. - Lodge begins serving breakfast buffet.   9:00 a.m. - 1st Hike of the Day 11:30 a.m. - Lunch at DeSoto's Lodge   1:00 p.m. - 2nd Hike of the Day   3:00 p.m. - 3rd Hike of the Day   5:30 p.m. - Lodge begins serving Wildflower Buffet.   7:15 p.m. - Wildflower Presentation - DeSoto Lodge  More details coming at a later date!

Trail Maps & Wildflower Checklists can be found at the Lodge, Country Store and Nature Center.

**We ask that larger groups RSVP to help us make everyone's wildflower experience better!

For any inquires contact Brittney Hughes at 256.997.5025 or brittney.hughes@dcnr.alabama.gov.