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Darlingtonia State Natural Site

US 101, Florence, OR
800-551-6949
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Ranked #10 of 19 attractions in Florence
Type: State Parks
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Titusville
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

This short path may be a tempting hit and run and leaving a bit disappointed unless you stop and read about the ingenious way these plants are formed to trap their prey. Reminds me of the Venus fly trap we have back east. I have added pictures of the sign that explains all of this for you review. the path... More

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Portland, OR
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

This little park takes about 15 minutes to see, but it is worth the stop. The cobra lilies are strange looking plants and make a great discussion topic for kids. There are a couple of signs talking about the plants which were interesting to read. It would be worth a stop in a month or two to see what they... More

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Eugene, Oregon
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013

Not a lot there but a nice nature area to stop at on your drive up or down the Oregon coast. Darlingtonia nice opportunity to see some of Oregon's natural plants up close and personnal

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Eugene, Oregon
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

If you live here in Oregon or are visiting you must go here. These are such interesting plants and what a gem to find right here in Oregon. Don't pass this up. It is easy to find and just a short walk takes you into a forest of natural wonder.

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The Woodlands, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

Loved this little out of the way nature stop. Short easy walk to some of the most interesting plant life and great picnic spot for warmer weather. Restrooms, picnic tables, parking and a great place to stretch your legs. Visited in Winter but would love to return when they are snacking on bugs. Fun for the whole family.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2013

This is a quiet little find of a state park! Wonderful hike to view beautiful foliage! Peaceful and serene!

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Waldport, Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2013

Watch your small children here. Wake the boardwalk around a circle into the wierdest plant population ever. They are prehistoric looking!!!!! We didn't see any snapping bugs the day we were there. Its free, and 100 feet off the main highway. Worth the stop. Grrrrrrrrr.

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Eugene, Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2013

trails lead through swampy area where you can watch huge fields of pitcher plants eat insects . the plants them selves look like something out of a scifi movie like little yellow dragon heads with out eyes. I recommend a stop for lunch and a walk if your traveling along 101 there's picnic tables under hte shade right of the... More

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Wilton, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 November 2012

Altghough the Wayside is set aside particularly to protect the bogs containing the unique plants, the short walk through the temperate rain forest area is just a relaxing break from the drive. Lush greenery, old moss covered trees, shaded picnic tables, and the Sun dappled through the leaves made a very refreshing stop. We were impressed with the plants in... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2012

very small trail honestly kinda boring great plant life if you are there the right time of year though

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