Every year, a beautiful country road in Louisiana blooms with thousands of towering sunflowers that you have to see to believe. Rather than just drive by, consider planning a visit to coincide with the upcoming festival celebrating these beautiful blooms! This free event is put on by the Red River Crossroads Historical Association and features live music, amazing food, activities for kids, and, of course, the mesmerizing sunflower fields. Check it out:
The Sunflower Trail & Festival returns to Highway 3049 near Gilliam on Saturday, June 15th, 2019.
Sunflower Trail & Festival/Facebook The family-friendly festivities take place from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. and this is an event everyone will enjoy.
There will be live music, a sunflower trail treasure hunt, and so much more.
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Come out an enjoy delicious food prepared by your favorite local eateries.
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And be sure to check out the many arts and crafts tents from local vendors selling everything from raw honey to home decor.
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And, of course, admire the main star of the show: the beautiful sunflowers.
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The fields are located along LA-3049 between Shreveport and Gilliam, as well as on the Sentell Road Loop. This country road will take you through approximately 20 miles of beautiful scenery and various sunflower fields.
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Stop as often as you’d like to get a closer look at these beautiful flowers. You’ll want to bring your camera along, as it’s a great backdrop for a family photo!
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You’re welcome to bring scissors and take a few sunflowers home with you as a lovely memento of a picture-perfect day.
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Hop in your car and get ready for one of the most scenic celebrations of the summer.
Sunflower Trail & Festival/Facebook Even if you can’t make it to the Sunflower Festival, you should still take a cruise through the colorful fields while they are in bloom.
Be sure to check out their website and follow them on Facebook for more information.
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The family-friendly festivities take place from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. and this is an event everyone will enjoy.
Even if you can’t make it to the Sunflower Festival, you should still take a cruise through the colorful fields while they are in bloom.
Have you ever driven the Sunflower Trail? Let us know in the comments below!
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