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Mother's Day Wildflower Hike

Location of Widewater State Park in Virginia

Where

Widewater State Park, 101 Widewater State Park Road, Stafford, VA 22554.
Throughout the Park

When

May 10, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

"Love is like wildflowers; it's often found in the most unlikely places." -- Ralph Waldo Emerson

Just as there are thousands of flowers in the world, there are as many ways to be shown love by a mother, grandmother, stepparent, and other caregivers. This Mother's Day weekend, come on a hike to discover the variety of wildflowers that can be found around Widewater State Park.

Participants will meet the hike leaders inside the Visitor Center. Closed-toed shoes are recommended, and don't forget to bring a bottle of water and some snacks for along the way. It is also mosquito and tick season, so bug spray is highly encouraged, along with sunscreen and a hat.

*All families are welcome to join us at this event!

A monarch butterfly and bee rest on a yellow flower in a field of wildflowers.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-288-1400
Email Address: widewater@dcr.virginia.gov