Enjoy The Most Colorful Spring Festival In West Virginia At The Wildflower Pilgrimage
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Are you looking for a unique way to welcome the new season to wild, wonderful West Virginia this year? Spring in West Virginia is unlike anywhere else, and the opportunities to get out an enjoy it are endless! If you’re having a hard time deciding where to start, we’ve got just the thing: the brightly colored, decades-old, expert-led Wildflower Pilgrimage that happens in the mountains every May. This is one of the spring festivals in West Virginia that is as sweet and memorable as it is colorful!
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For dates, times, and registration and reservation information for this year’s most colorful and educational spring festival, the West Virginia Wildflower Pilgrimage, visit the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources website.
If you’re looking for a place to stay while you’re here for the festival, this cozy cabin is perfect for couples! Or, if you reserve a spot early enough, you might even be able to snag a room at Blackwater Falls Lodge for this unique event. In fact, visiting the falls themselves is one of the best things to do in West Virginia in spring!
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Are there any botanical gardens in West Virginia?
Spring in West Virginia is a time of vibrant renewal, when the state’s rolling hills, dense forests, and meandering rivers burst to life and boast colorful flowers galore. Common blooms found across West Virginia include trilliums, rhododendrons, dogwoods, and wild violets - and they're a stunning sight, and seeing them is one of our favorite things to do in West Virginia in spring. But while beauty is everywhere you turn, if you're not sure where to get the most out of your explorations, one of the best ways to experience the new season is with a stroll through a local botanical garden. Here just a few of our favorite botanical gardens in West Virginia:
- Cranberry Glades Botanical Area, Hillsboro: Located within the Monongahela National Forest, Cranberry Glades is a unique ecosystem of acidic wetlands known as “bogs.” Here, you’ll find rare and fascinating plants, such as carnivorous sundews and the elusive cranberry. Spring brings bursts of color as wildflowers bloom against the backdrop of lush greenery.
- Core Arboretum, Morgantown: For those seeking educational opportunities, Core Arboretum offers a wealth of resources and knowledge. Its diverse plant collections showcase native species, including wildflowers, ferns, and trees. Stroll along the trails, learn about conservation efforts, and appreciate the natural beauty of this arboreal haven - which also hosts a spring festival.
- Oglebay Park Bissonnette Garden, Wheeling: Oglebay Park, nestled in the northern panhandle, features the Bissonnette Garden—a serene space where visitors can admire carefully curated plantings. From azaleas to ornamental grasses, this garden showcases the changing seasons. Spring brings a riot of blossoms, and the tranquil pathways invite contemplation and appreciation.
- Ritter Park Rose Garden, Huntington: Huntington’s Ritter Park boasts a charming rose garden that comes alive in spring. Fragrant roses of various colors - red, pink, yellow, and white - grace the well-maintained beds. Take a leisurely stroll, inhale the sweet scents, and revel in the timeless beauty of these classic blooms!
- West Virginia Botanic Garden, Morgantown: Nestled between Morgantown and Cheat Lake, the beloved West Virginia Botanic Garden provides an oasis from city life with over 4 miles of trails through shaded hemlock and hardwood forest, crossing streams, and circling the wetlands of the old Tibbs Run Reservoir. It’s a place where visitors can immerse themselves in natural beauty and explore an ever-growing collection of gardens. It's also great for families!