Darlingtonia State Natural Site is a state park and botanical preserve located five miles north of Florence, Oregon, United States on U.S. Route 101, just west of Mercer Lake and south of Sutton Lake that is dedicated to the preservation of a rare plant.
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A recommendation from the owner of the Tsunami Gallery led us to the Darlingtonia State Natural Site, and it turned out to be a highlight of our day. This site is dedicated to the preservation of the Darlingtonia californica, also known as the Cobra Lily, a carnivorous plant native only to Northern California and Southern Oregon. The Darlingtonia's striking appearance, with its hooded shape and 'fangs', evolved to trap and digest insects, primarily utilizing bacteria to break down the prey rather than digestive enzymes as in other carnivorous plants. Walking through this unique habitat was both educational and awe-inspiring. The site offers a rare glimpse into the fascinating world of carnivorous plants set against a backdrop of serene natural beauty. It's a must-visit for nature lovers and curious...
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Darlingtonia is a charming little wayside, and one of the few places in the area you can see such a huge population of carnivorous plants. The coba lilies are gorgeous year-round, and the stop boasts bathrooms (pit, but it's something), picnic tables, and lots of shade for hot days.
It's usually only about a 20-30 minute stop, but I try to go every time I'm in town. The walk to the lilies is only a few hundred feet, and is well-maintained, although there is a lip at the transition from dirt path to wooden overlook that I think would make wheelchairs and walkers difficult, although I am not an...
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One of the interesting places to stop and see a botanical park dedicated to the rare insect eating cobra lily.
A short hike through a dense forest will lead you to a boardwalk through a bog with the carnivorous Darlingtonia Californica.
The hike through the bog will take you past cedar, spruce, and shore pines with heavy vegetation.
The wayside has a pit toilet, a small picnic area, and a nice parking area.
Located south of Sutton Lake at mile marker 185.2 about five miles from Florence near Haceta Beach.
A nice to stop and stretch your legs and see the rare cobra lily in a bog with a...
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