The simplest path to wildflowers is a trip to the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve when the poppies hit full bloom. There will be crowds and traffic on the weekend, so go on a weekday if ...

(Getty Images)| Situated just two hours from Los Angeles, Antelope Valley's 1,780-acre landscape ... so plan a trip soon to catch sight of coveted wildflowers – from lady's slipper orchids ...