This event is now history, but we have many more wonderful programs in store for you!
Wildflower season is just around the corner! We will make our way down Rocky Fork and Flint Creek trails exploring the various wildflower species. We will stop and explore wildflowers along the forest floor. On our hike we will see native wildflowers at various stages. This is a slow-paced hike, feel free to bring your camera and flower guides. Our goal is to hike two miles primarily focusing on the spring ground vegetation.
Please dress in layers, spring can be wet, warm or cold.
Well-behaved pets are allowed on a physical leash.
Directions: From Johnson City/ Erwin take I-26 South and get off at exit 43, follow the brown signs to Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park. Turn right on TN 352 for approximately 6 miles until you arrive at Rocky Fork Road on your right. Take Rocky Fork Road for 0.8 of a mile until you reach the gravel parking lot.
From Ashville/ Mars Hill NC take I-26 North and get off at Exit 50, the first Exit in Tennessee, take a left on Upper Higgins Road for 0.6 of a mile, turn right on Old Ashville Highway for 2.2 miles, turn Left on Rocky Fork Road for 0.8 of a mile until you arrive at the gravel parking lot.
Program Host: Jeff Sweeney
Contact Email: Jeffrey.Sweeney@tn.gov
Contact Phone: 423-673-5345
Meeting Place: Interpretive Fire Pit Parking Lot / Location Map
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