It’s a great time to drive through Yolo County and admire the sunflower fields in full bloom. If you’re thinking of getting out there and getting that perfect Instagram shot, here are some tips from Visit Yolo:
DO:
Educate yourself on how to be a good steward of the land and viewer of the blooms.
Prioritize visits to designated sunflower viewing spots found here.
Drive carefully, pull over safely on a public road and be aware of private property signs AND No Trespassing signs.
Enjoy a meal at a local eatery, visit a winery, shop at a small business, stay the night and take in more of Yolo County’s bounty.
Be a good and conscientious visitor, respect private property and protect the farmer’s crop and land. The crop is their livelihood.
Take lots of photos safely and by following all the rules outlined above. Share them on social media #YoloSunflowers and tag @visityolo
There are a number of local farms that will let you pick your own flowers. Find out more here.
If you really want to make a day of it, get your free sunflower experience pass here!
DO NOT:
Park or walk onto private property. Please note that all of the sunflower fields in Yolo County are private property and trespassing laws apply. Violators are subject to costly citations.
Park along an irrigation canal, drive on or block a farm access road. Your safety is important and parking in these areas can be dangerous, result in a ticket or tow.
Pick any flowers, break stems, confiscate any crop on farmland or other private party.
Litter or dispose of trash in any receptacle not designated for it or any area where a trash receptacle is not present.