Those looking to get their fill of flowers this year still have some options, though. Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve this year (left) and in 2017 (right). (IMAGE: California State Parks) ...

In his latest wildflower alert on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, Carrizo Plain Conservancy President Neil Havlik said that despite the recent rain, “It’s still looking dry out there.” ...

The Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve averaged more than 6 inches of rain in 2017, 2019, 2020 and 2023, when sections of the park saw a significant bloom.

The poppies are only the size of a quarter this year, according to the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve. By Sahana Patel •Published March 20, 2025•Updated on March 21, 2025 at 3:21 pm ...

The poppy ensemble can bloom as early as late February in years of high rain. Otherwise, March and April are the best months for California's state flower. Fairview Mountain Park ...

1. Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve Located in northern Los Angeles County, Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve is one of the best places to see California’s state flower in full bloom.

California’s slightly drier water year is bad news for fans of the super blooms. “Super bloom” is the common term for when many wildflowers bloom in a short span of time, bringing bright ...

Left, in 2023, a field of blooming flowers near the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve in Lancaster. At right, the reserve on Feb. 26, 2025.