Alum Rock Park a couple days ago I found lots of flowers in bloom including Clarkia, Buckeye tree blooms Golden Yarrow.
The buckeye trees had lots of Checkerspot Butterflies, feasting on the nectar
A photos of Golden yarrow and Buckeye tree.
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Flowers at Alum Rock Park, June 2011
Joseph Grant Park
Where
Grant Ranch is a Santa Clara county park located 10 miles up Mt. Hamilton Rd from Alum Rock Ave in East San Jose.
Why
- It's a fine place to see spring wild flowers. Mt Hamilton has some wildflowers that grow no where else.
- Lots of trails for mountain bike riding.
When
Best in the spring before it gets too hot. better wildflowers too.
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Coyote Hills
Where
Just north of the Dunbarton Bridge lies Coyote Hills park. 
Why
- A huge array of birds including herons, pelicans and hawks.
- A butterfly garden that hosts lots of monarch butterflies in season.
- Great bay views.
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Lake Cunninghan Park
Where
- a city park on the east side of San Jose.
Why
- It has several small islands where you can watch birds nseting in the spring.
- There is a California Native Plants garden that is being created by the local CNPS ( California Native Plant Society) chapter.
- Home of Raging Waters, a water slide based amusement park.
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You can rent and sail small sailboats on the lake
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Point Reyes Seashore
Where
Point Reyes is located about 50 miles north of San Francisco on highway 1.
Why
- The Point Reyes seashore is a wonderful area that has abundent wildlife, great flowers and grand ocean views.
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There are several herds of Tule Elk, great hikes and wonderful beaches and views.
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Some Favorite Places
One way to explore the photos is to pick a place to explore. This section will suggest some favorite locations and give directions for getting there. With any luck, the sections will be timely.
