The 10 Best Places to See the Super Bloom in California This Spring 2023.

Malibu

Walnut Creek

Borrego Springs

United States

Martinez

Chino Hills

Santa Margarita

Lancaster

California

Joshua Tree

Superbloom!

Park respectfully: Pull off the roads when viewing wildflowers or taking photos. Always leave roads clear for traffic. 

Do not pick the flowers: Picking flowers on National Forests, Parks or Monuments is illegal without a permit. Flowers exist so the plant can reproduce. Removing flowers from annuals (plants that bloom only once a year) means the plant's seeds will not be planted, and will not grow during the next wildflower season. 

Stay on the trails: Stepping on wildflowers and vegetation can kill them and going off trails can contribute to soil erosion. Habitat alteration can decrease the number of flowers. 

Make yourself known: Offer a friendly "hello" or an amiable head nod to hikers you encounter. This helps to create a friendly atmosphere on the trails, the National Park Service says. If approaching from behind, let other hikers know in a calm tone that you want to pass. 

What to Know Before You Go - Bring a lot of food and water: There aren't many restaurants, gas stations or stores near the desert blooms. Hydrate before your trip and stay hydrated throughout."

How to be a Respectful Steward of the Desert -

Wildflower Search

Insider Tip: Use the wildflower search above to research more about the flowers you might find at some of these locations!

The SuperBloom in Joshua Tree National Park doesn't last long! March and April are key months to come see what's blooming. If you plan on making a stay out of your wildflower hunt in the desert, we recommend a few nights at AutoCamp - a hip hideout close to all the must see spots in the Park.

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