It's Impossible Not To Love This Breathtaking Wildflower Trail In Kentucky
By Andrea Limke|Published April 19, 2018
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Andrea Limke
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A Cincinnati native who has lived in Kentucky for over 10 years, Andrea's heart belongs both in the Queen City and the Bluegrass State. After earning an education degree and working in that field for a number of years, Andrea began to pursue her passion for writing over 6 years ago. Since then she has written for a number of print and online publications, as well as published a children's book.
Spring is a beautiful time to hit the trails in Kentucky, as nature seems to come back to life after what often feels like an endless winter. The birds are chirping, the trees are budding, and wildflowers sprout up all over the Bluegrass State.
Our wonderful state park system is a great place to experience the wildflowers of Kentucky, and many even offer guided hikes to check them out. Of course, you are always welcome to go and explore for yourself, as well. One of the best places to experience the wildflowers and spring in Kentucky is at the magical John James Audubon State Park in Henderson. This park has so much to offer and you’ll definitely fall in love with all of the trails and the breathtaking wildflowers, scattered throughout the preserve.
John James Audubon State Park is a beloved outdoor destination in western Kentucky.
John James Audubon offers six miles of hiking trails that range in difficulty, terrain, and scenery. Much of the park is within a dedicated Kentucky State Nature Preserve, so the surroundings are especially untouched. When you visit, it's extremely important to be respectful of the land, plants, and wildlife within the park.
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In April each year, the trails of the park come to life with a sea of color. While all of the paths are worth a try, the Wilderness Lake Trail is particularly beautiful this time of year.
If you choose the Wilderness Lake Trail, it's a one-mile-long hike around the lake's ridge, so there are beautiful views and plenty of nature to experience.
As you walk along the trails of the park, look closely for other signs of spring, aside from the flowers.
And be sure to follow the link to the park's website (below) for all of the exciting, upcoming events taking place at the park this season!
The trails at John James Audubon State Park are a great place to visit and experience the colorful beauty of spring, or any other season for that matter. Is this one of your favorite places to see wildflowers in Kentucky? Where else do you go? Let us know in the comments!
John James Audubon State Park is located at 3100 US Hwy. 41 North, Henderson, KY 42419. For more information on the park and all of its events, visit its website here.
Don’t forget to share photos from your Kentucky adventures on our Kentucky Nature Lovers Facebook group for a chance to see your shots featured!
And for more beautiful places to visit this spring in Kentucky, check out our previous article here.
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