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Best Almond Blossoms in California

  • February 21, 2018
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I’ve seen them on Instagram. I had to find where the best almond blossoms in California are so the girls and I could do a trip there! We woke up before sunrise in February so we could photograph the almond orchards in Northern California with the morning light, the best time to capture the beauty of all the white blossoms.

I live in San Francisco, so we headed North towards Sacramento. The best almost blossoms are between Dixon and Woodland, California. During the almond season, all the trees will be in full bloom and they’ll shine white. You’ll be able to see them from far away!

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Almond Blossom Season

The almond trees will be in bloom between Mid-February and Mid-March. They don’t last long, so make sure to visit during this time frame to catch the beautiful almond flowers!

Where To Find The Best Almond Flowers

The best place to head to is Northern California outside of Sacramento. We drove through this area and saw many orchards between Dixon and Woodland. I also hear that some are in Fresno, but I have not yet been down there to check them out.

We photographed in an orchard along hwy 16 outside of Woodland. There was space alongside the orchard off the road to park the car, so it was easy to hop out and snap some pics!

Plan To Arrive At Sunrise or Sunset.

The best time to photograph almond blossoms fields is at sunrise or sunset, in my opinion. The light is soft and diffused in the morning, or rich in the evenings. The sun is low enough in the sky to not cast crazy long shadows down the orchards or make splotchy patches of light, which can be hard to shoot around since the trees are tall.

  • Want more photo tips? Check out my post on the EXACT camera gear I use to take my photos! 
flowers almond blossoms california yellow dress
flowers almond blossoms california yellow dress
flowers almond blossoms california yellow dress
flowers almond blossoms california yellow dress
flowers almond blossoms california yellow dress
flowers almond blossoms california yellow dress
flowers almond blossoms california yellow dress

Be Polite.

As in, remember you are technically trespassing on farmer’s land. Most farmers don’t mind people taking photos, but that doesn’t mean you have the right to wander up and down the orchards. If you plan on taking photos, stick to the edge or first lane and remember to not destroy property.

I hope this helps you plan a visit to see the almond blossoms in Northern California! Leave a comment below if you have any questions at all! Or, DM me on Instagram @thewhimsysoul and I’ll be happy to help! 

And, get ready for sunflower season soon….
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  1. the cape on the corner says:
    February 21, 2018 at 8:09 am

    super cute photos.
    b

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    1. Patricia Goolsby says:
      September 14, 2020 at 5:47 pm

      Almond flowers were on The Arc of The Covinent. Exodus 25:23-40

      Reply
  2. Tien says:
    February 27, 2018 at 3:58 pm

    Thank you so much for sharing the location, and tips! I just wonder what time did you go? You look amazing!

    Reply
  3. Kathy says:
    February 23, 2020 at 9:48 am

    I live in Arden Arcade a community that in 1912 was opened up to farming. Most of the early farms were almonds, and every Spring the descendants of the original trees pop open in blossoms throughout the community.

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    1. Kara says:
      February 23, 2020 at 4:34 pm

      That’s cool that they are descendants!

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  4. Michelle says:
    February 24, 2020 at 12:22 pm

    Where is the exactly location?

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    1. Kara says:
      February 25, 2020 at 1:20 pm

      Hi Michelle,
      We drove out on Hwy 16 outside of Woodland until we found an orchard that looked pretty and easy to pull off on. From my memory, there are a few orchards to choose from so start on Hwy 16 and take your pick 🙂

      Kara

      Reply
  5. Yesenia Hernandez says:
    March 1, 2020 at 11:48 pm

    Beautiful so we can just stop by and snap some pictures. I’m scared to get in trouble. Thanks 🙂

    Reply
  6. amee says:
    July 11, 2020 at 3:54 pm

    Beautiful please let mw know where is locaton ?
    i am in milpitas area.
    thanks
    amee

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  7. pooja says:
    July 11, 2020 at 3:54 pm

    where is this location?

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  8. Nanci says:
    September 10, 2020 at 7:33 pm

    I have heard that farmers spray pesticides on a regular basis during the bloom, so be extra careful if you are pregnant or are bringing kids.

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