Head to this park to see a surprise poppy bloom
By Gillian Glover
Published on May 2, 2026.
The Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve has experienced a surprise bloom of poppies, typically lasting from March to mid-April. The park's volunteers believe the heavy rain in February caused additional plants to sprout. Despite not reaching full super-bloom this year, there were more flowers to see than the previous year. The reserve is encouraging visitors to enjoy the flowers, but keep watch for rattlesnakes.
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