Spring is kicking off early in Fresno County with thousands of trees covered with pink and white blossoms along the Fresno Blossom Trail. Starting in mid-February and lasting for a few weeks (depending on the weather), the trail is filled with pink peach, nectarine and apricot blossoms, white almonds, plums and apples blossoms in addition to orange citrus blossoms (their perfume is delightful). This is a do-it-yourself guided drive through the colorful 62-mile loop of fruit orchards during the spring bloom.
We began our drive at the Simonian Farms, which is run by the Simonian family for many generations since 1901. From the corner of Clovis and Jensen, we drove clockwise to start the Blossom Trail. Be sure to follow the cute “Blossom Trail” sign. Due to our busy schedule, we went near the end of the blooming season and most the blossoms have already fallen from the trees. However, we were lucky enough to find beautiful blossoms near the end of the loop on S Mendocino street between Rose and Adam. We recommend spending a few hours to complete the trail. We will definitely visit the Fresno Blossom Trail again next year and hopefully it will be a full peak when we go.
Pink Blossoms
The pink blossoms are from peach, nectarine and apricot trees.
White Blossoms
The white blossoms are from almond, plum and apple trees.
Tips Before You Go
- The whole trail takes a few hours to complete.
- Pull off the roadside in many places to enjoy the beautiful blossoms.
- Request a free brochure from Fresno County Blossom Trail website a couple weeks before you go and check daily updates on the blossoms.
- Print out map of Blossom Trail here.
Fresno County Blossom Trail
https://www.goblossomtrail.com/
Have you been to the Fresno Blossom Trail during peak bloom?
What month is best to go there?
Hi Ana! Usually end of February or first week of March would be best. However, please check the https://www.goblossomtrail.com/ before you go since it depends on the weather.