Bluebonnet Time in Texas
 

My sister, brother, and I (all in our 70s) are planning a trip to San Antonio this spring and are interested in seeing the bluebonnets in bloom. I have read a little about timing and know it's difficult to predict, but do you all have an idea of the most likely time for them to be in bloom? And what route through the hill country would be best? We will be driving from Kentucky.

We would like to stay along the River Walk and would also like your recommendations for a hotel in the $150 to $200 per night range, as well as any suggestions you have for restaurants. We like good food but are not "foodies."

Thanks for your help.

This is the best answer you'll find:

http://www.bluebonnetlove.com/blog/b...bonnets-bloom/

Yeah, that website is basically accurate. Although we tend to get truckloads of them by first week of April here in the northern climes of DFW.

There are tons of hotels on the Riverwalk - just check the major chains and you can easily find some in your range. Wherever you get points (if anywhere) is best.

Thanks!

Gads!! All the "All y'all's" in that link! <):) That embarrasses me. You'd be hard pressed to find many actually talking that way!!

My favorite route close to San Antonio is the Willow City Loop...actually closer to Fredericksburg, but you can do it as a day drive from San Antonio, preferably not on a weekend as it can get congested, and is only one lane in each direction. GPS recommended.