Every summer Cedar Breaks is treated to a spectacular display of wildflowers. Early bloomers such as cushion phlox, kittentails, and aspen bluebells emerge in late June. Displays peak in mid July as countless other wildflowers bloom: scarlet paintbrushes, Colorado columbines, little sunflowers, elkweeds, and many more fill the forests and meadows with color.
Every year Cedar Breaks celebrates this colorful show with an annual Wildflower Festival. Join a specialist on a guided hike and learn all about the different wildflowers. Guided hikes are offered twice daily and meet at the visitor center at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm. Or pick up a wildflower brochure and go on a self-guided hike at your own pace.
Enjoy a fun afternoon with the kids and go on a Wildflower Scavenger Hunt. This activity is offered on weekends at 3:00 pm at the Yurt. While there, kids can also pick up a Junior Ranger activity book and become Junior Rangers of Cedar Breaks.
A free photography workshop is offered for amateur photographers of all ages and skill levels. Photography and journaling classes from Zion Canyon Field Institute are also available with registration. Dates and times for these events will be provided nearer to the start of the 2011 season. Click here to learn more about Zion Canyon Field Institute.
To make the most of your experience, stop by the visitor center for updated information, maps and specially discounted wildflower lists and guides.
The Seventh Annual Wildflower Festival will begin on July 6th and continue through July 22nd, 2012.
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