Photograph the Wildflowers at Picacho Peak State Park

Picacho, Arizona

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Experience seas of golden blooms at this beautiful state park!

If Arizona is lucky enough to have a rainy winter, we will most certainly have a beautiful bloom come spring. One of the best places to see the beautiful golden blooms is on a hike in Picacho Peak State Park.

Blooming season typically begins in mid/late February. Length depends on temperature – if it’s a hot spring, many of the blooms fade quickly.

There are 5 different hiking trails, all having wonderful views and wildflower gazing opportunities. Visit the state park website for more info.

Current wildflower information can be found here.

Location: 15520 Picacho Peak Rd, Picacho, AZ 85141

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Photograph the Wildflowers at Picacho Peak State Park

11/23/20

The wildflowers at Picacho Peak are beautiful, plus the hike is an experience on its own. Yellow wildflowers abound everywhere, so have your camera fully charged.

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