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DOIN' THE DOUG: Deep Woods Wildflowers

The DFNM is best known for the spectacular fields of flowers that bloom in the summer in the high prairies. But if you hike through the woods on your way to the prairie, or just for the joy of the hike, you may see many flowers along the trail.

For many, the queen of the deep woods flowers is the trillium. These bloom early in the spring and the blooms do not usually last into the summer.
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But there are many more flowers to see.
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and not all are white.

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Of course, the "deep woods" are sometimes not as deep as the name implies. There are small clear areas, where for example, a tree has fallen. And, as you approach the open fields at the top of the mountains, you move into a partially shaded area. This is where the paintbrush and other colors begin to show.
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The margins can be quite lush.
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In the rocky areas along the trail, usually close to the top, you may find a mix of flowers and succulents. At the right time, the succulents will add their blooms to the mix.
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There are many more flowers along the many trails of the Doug. Go out and explore. Trail Guide
There is a different flower experience in the High Mountain Meadows

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