Desert Wildflowers Overview 2025
Nov 15, 2025 – This year’s summer monsoon surprised everyone by waking up rare fall blooms across Anza-Borrego Desert State Park and even parts of Joshua Tree National Park — a treat almost never seen this late in the season. And the timing couldn’t be better: another round of rain is moving in today and is expected to linger for several days, giving the desert a deep drink before winter sets in
If the storms keep coming, we may be looking at an early start to the 2026 wildflower season — possibly even right after the first of the year. With enough moisture, conditions are lining up for what could be an exceptional, maybe even unforgettable, wildflower bloom in 2026. Anza Borrego DSP
That’s why it’s more important than ever to check back here regularly for updates on where wildflowers might still appear, even in these drought conditions. And don’t forget to bookmark this page for easy access to the latest sightings and reports!
Where Are The Desert Wildflowers Blooming in 2025?
- Phoenix Area and Northern AZ – Mar. 12, 2025
- Tucson Area and Yuma AZ – Mar 3, 2025
- Anza Borrego DSP CA – Nov 15, 2025
- Carrizo Plain National Monument CA – May 3, 2025
- Death Valley NP CA – April 6, 2025
- Joshua Tree NP, Coachella Valley Region, Mecca CA – April 6, 2025
- Mojave NP – Amboy – RT 66 CA – Mar. 3, 2025
- Southern California – May 6, 2025
- Northern California and the Northwest – April 7, 2025
More States
- Nevada and Utah – April 29, 2025
- New Mexico and Texas – Jan 1, 2025
Share Your Wildflower Photos & Reports with DesertUSA
Please share your wildflower pictures, including the date and location. We will post your photos on our Wildflower Reports page, so others can learn where and when to view the spectacular displays. Note: Some photos may show invasive species like black mustard or wild radish, which are not native wildflowers. While colorful, they often crowd out native blooms and reflect poor ecological conditions.
- E-mail your digital photos and reports to Jim@desertusa.com. Use Wildflower Report as the subject of your e-mail. Let us know where you took the image, the date, and how you would like us to give you photo credit (first name, etc.)
- Text your photos to 760-740-1787. Be sure to include the location and the name you want to be credited for the photos.
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