Many Montgomery County, MD residents already know–they don’t have to travel far from home to take in the beauty of Cherry Blossom season. There’s nothing like seeing the blossom wrapped Tidal Basin in Washington, DC, but there are neighborhoods and gardens in the county that offer impressive and less-crowded options for viewing (and family photographing!). Here are some local spots to consider as you plan for the peak bloom, which is March 28-31 this year.
Neighborhoods
Kenwood Neighborhood – Bethesda, Maryland – Kennedy Drive & Dorset Avenue
Garrett Park Estates – Kensington, Maryland – Waycross Way & Rokeby Avenue
Takoma Park, Maryland – Flower Avenue & Boyd Avenue
Public Spaces
Brookside Gardens – Wheaton, Maryland
Glenview Mansion – Rockville, Maryland
The Manor at Silo Falls – Brookeville, Maryland
Local influencer @pike.and.rozay shared a roundup including some lesser-known locations, and local blogger KidFriendly DC has a great list of family-friendly events around the DC/MD/VA area.
Watch “5 Facts About Cherry Blossoms” before you head out to find the blooms!