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 18th ANNUAL

Wildflower Saturday
at
Desoto State Park
Saturday, May 1, 2010
 
 
 
Join us here at DeSoto 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.
You will be able to choose from 3 separate hikes during the day.
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!
Rain or Shine
Azalea Blooms can be seen in late April
Hikes to choose from:
1. The Azalea Cascade Hike-Starts on DeSoto's Azalea Cascade Boardwalk and ends back at the Country Store.
Meets behind DeSoto's Country Store on the deck
9:00 a.m.       1:00 p.m.      3:00p.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.      3:00p.m.
Easy to Moderate
3. Little River Hike-Starts at Indian Falls, follows the yellow trail and circles back to Indian Falls.
Meets behind DeSoto's Country Store on grass.
9:00 a.m.       1:00 p.m.      3:00p.m.
Moderate to Mildly Strenuous.
Please make sure to meet at the appointed place for your chosen hike on a timely basis.
Come and see DeSoto's famous Pink Lady Slippers!Rare Catesby's Trillium

7:00 a.m.-DeSoto's Lodge begins serving breakfast buffet.

9:00 a.m.-1st Hike of the Day

11:30a.m.-Lunch at DeSoto's Lodge

1:00 p.m.-2nd Hike of the Day

3:00 p.m.-3rd Hike of the Day

5:30p.m.- Lodge begins serving Wildflower Buffet.

7:15p.m.- Presentation at DeSoto's Lodge

                         

 

 DeSoto State Park Trail Map(PDF)
 
 
Trail Maps & Wildflower Checklists can be found at the Lodge, Country Store & Nature Center.
 We ask that larger groups RSVP to help us make everyone's wildflower experience better!
 
For any inquires Contact: Brittney M. Hughes
256.997.5025