#252: The rain is, we hope, behind us. Although it could bring us another big wildflower bloom like last year.

We all might know the popular – and overcrowded – spots to see the blooms, like Anza Borrego Desert State Park and Antelope Valley. But today, the How To LA team comes together to offer its take on best hikes to see wildflowers, and maybe even a waterfall. 

P.S. Please use these tips wisely! Do not step on, or pick, the flowers, stay on the path and leave nothing but footprints behind. Be a good steward of the land!

How To LA Team recs:

Evan Jacoby, producer:

• The Backbone Trail, Santa Monica Mountains. Start at Mishe Mokwa Trailhead

Megan Botel, producer:

• Zuma Canyon Trail, short and sweet
• Zuma Canyon Loop Trail, long and hard
• Lily’s Malibu, amazing Mexican grub

Jens Campbell, production coordinator:

• Claremont Wilderness Park (includes info about the Claremont Loop & Thompson Creek Trail)
• Whittier Narrows
• Frank G. Bonelli Park 

Megan Larson, executive producer:

• The Grato Trail, park at Circle X Ranch
• Escondido Falls
• Use Seek app with kids!
  
  

For an expert take, listen to the Theodor Payne Foundation's wildflower hotline: 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/theodore-payne-foundation-wild-flower-hotline/id1676116861