NPS Photo

Indian Paintbrush brings color to the sagebrush habitat.

The diverse habitats found in Great Basin National Park give rise to hundreds of species of wildflowers. Many flowers are attention-grabbing and dazzling with large blossoms and stunning colors. Others require a more observant, but well rewarded, eye.

Generally, wildflowers are most abundant at lower elevations early in the season, and at higher elevations later. Wet years typically provide a greater abundance than dry years.  But regardless of precipitation or month, whether from the car or by foot out on a trail, visitors of all ages and abilities can find wildflowers to enjoy.

To learn more about the flora of the Great Basin, please explore the following links:

>Great Basin Wildflowers: http://www.suu.edu/faculty/martin/Provinces/greatbasin/basinflowers.htm

>Utah Desert Plants:
http://extension.usu.edu/files/publications/publication/HG_505.pdf