Dogwood Valley, Milepost 275.5

Dogwood Valley is full of dogwood trees. At the right time of year, with the right kind of weather, it is a magical trail with brilliant white blooms that guide your way along a 1600-foot long loop-trail into a valley. When do the dogwoods bloom? If the winter is warm, in early April. If it is a long cold winter they hold off until late April. Each year is different and even park rangers cannot predict exactly when they will be at peak bloom. Dogs on leash are welcome on this short trail.