Saturday, May 1, 2010
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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 wildflowers & trees 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.
You will be able to choose from 3 separate hikes during the day.
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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 |
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
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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 |
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- 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
- 5:00 p.m. - Lodge begins serving Wildflower Buffet.
- 7:15 p.m. - Wildflower Presentation - DeSoto Lodge
Trail Maps & Wildflower Checklists can be found at the Lodge, Country Store and Nature Center.
All hikes are free to the Public and no registration required**!
**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.
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Learn about Wildflower Saturday at DeSoto!
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Access to Alabama State Parks and State Park Programs is available without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex or disabilities.
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