3 places to find spring blooms in Chattanooga

Check out these spots to see native blooms this spring.

NOOGA_Blue Eyed Mary Wildflower

This native wildflower is nicknamed “Blue-Eyed Mary.”

Photo by Eric Burnett, via Chattanooga Audubon Society

Tennessee is home to 100+ wildflower species, making the discovery of these seasonal florals in Chattanooga easy, sweet pea-sy. Grab your pals — and your allergy meds — to see spring blooms.

Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center
Hike 10 miles worth of trails to see all kinds of Tennessee wildflowers in bloom when visiting this 300-acre preserve.

You can also check out a guided Wildflower Walks with the center’s naturalist — the next installment is on Saturday, April 12.

Audubon Acres
With 130 acres that contain a rich diversity of plant and animal life, there are five miles of hiking + walking trails that are lined with wildflowers in the spring and summer.

Bonus: Sign up for the next Wildflower Walk on Saturday, May 3 to learn the role these blooms play in the ecosystem.

Sitton’s Gulch Trail
This six-mile round-trip hike is known for its bountiful wildflower blooms during this time of year in the Cloudland Canyon, offering a scenic, strenuous hike.

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