Oregon is home to all kinds of awesome roadside attractions, from Paul Bunyan statues to the Oregon Vortex. For something a little different, stop by the Darlingtonia Wayside where you can take a short walk along a boardwalk overlooking 18 acres of rare carnivorous plants. When you’ve driving along Highway 101, this unique hidden gem is not to be missed. Check it out:
Located along the Coastal Highway 101 near Florence, the Darlingtonia Wayside is a one of a kind natural attraction.
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This small botanical state park is full to the brim with a rare carnivorous plant species: the Darlingtonia Californica, also known as the Cobra Lily.
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The unique plant is both lovely and strange. They have tubular translucent leaves reminiscent of a cobra’s head, with a forked tongue that catches insects.
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A 0.3-mile boardwalk weaves through the preserve offering visitors a unique, lovely view of the cobra lilies in their habitat.
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When you’ve driving along Highway 101, you won’t want to miss out on a visit to this unusual hidden gem.
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Find out about more unique roadside attractions in Oregon here.
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