As we wave goodbye to the cold of winter and hello to the fresh breeze of spring, we can’t help but dream of all the places we can go to enjoy it all. Want to walk where the wildflowers bloom? Then this is the blog for you.
The United States is flowering with gorgeous hikes, especially in the springtime, but we’ve narrowed it down to 5 must-hikes in:
- North Carolina
- California
- Washington
- New York
- Virginia
Let’s get into it!
Deep Creek Loop Trail
Location: Bryson City, North Carolina
Length: 4.9 miles
One of the best places to experience the spring bloom is in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. And Deep Creek Loop Trail — or any hikes in the Deep Creek region for that matter — is a fan favorite to do just that.
Bluets and Blue-Eyed Grass decorate the deep creek area, making for a colorful hike wherever you go.
RV rentals near the Great Smoky Mountains:
Antelope Loop Trail
Location: Lancaster, California
Length: 5.5 miles
The California state flower, the California Poppy, blooms abundantly in Antelope Valley. From mid-February to late May, visitors can explore the Mojave Desert landscape and experience the pop of color that decorates it each spring.
Looking for a place to spend an RV Easter? The Reserve is a beautiful option.
RV rentals near Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve:
Dog Mountain Trail
Location: Cook, Washington
Length: 6.5 miles
Known for its yellow balsamroot meadows that flower in the spring, the Dog Mountain area is a go-to spot in the springtime. White phantom orchids, Indian paintbrush, and purple lupine accompany the balsamroot to make for a rainbow of floral that make this difficult trek up Dog Mountain all the more worth it.
Note that each hiker on the Dog Mountain Trail System from April 23 – June 12 must carry a permit on Saturdays, Sundays, and Memorial Day.
RV rentals near Columbia River Gorge:
Lake Treman Loop
Location: Ithaca, New York
Length: 4.5 miles
Want to escape the city life for a day? Head to Buttermilk Falls State Park where native mayapples, red trilliums, and foamflowers add some pigment across the rocky valleys.
RV rentals near Buttermilk Falls State Park:
Blue Suck Falls Loop
Location: Millboro, Virginia
Length: 8.9 miles
Spring in Douthat State Park is when bellworts, creeping phloxes, and a violet variety make their yearly debut. The Blue Suck Falls Loop is one of the best trails in the park to experience the views of the Alleghany Highlands, multiple waterfalls, and, of course, the Virginian floral arrangements.
While you’re in the area, you can also make the drive to Shenandoah National Park which is also revered for its spring blooms!
RV rentals near Douthat State Park:
Spring into spring
Experience the joys of spring from the comfort of an RV. Whether you’re hitting the road for spring break, National Park Week, or any occasion in between, there’s so much to see and plenty of RV rental options to get you there.
Rent an RV and book your campgrounds today!
