Daffodil Hill by Myrl Jeffcoat

Every year at this time, the hills come alive with an explosion of yellow in Amador County.  The place where it all happens is Daffodil Hill near the little Mother Lode town named, "Volcano."

I have been spending time with a few of my granddaughters these past few days; and it seemed appropriate to pack a picnic and pay homage to the blossoms:-)

The 4 acre farm has been in the McLaughlin family since 1887.  During the past two decades, the family has planted 6,000 new bulbs each year, continuing the family tradition and legacy.  Over 300,000 bulbs are estimated to now populate the farm.

Due to snow blanketing the area during the weeks of usual showing (mid March to Mid April), Daffodil Hill is now closed early for the season.  But, I highly encourage those that are in the area, to put it on their calendars for next year.
 
Available driving instructions state Daffodil Hill is anywhere from 39 to 50 miles from Sacramento.  There are several meandering routes, which will take you there.  

I usually travel highway 16 out of Sacramento, which journeys trough Sloughhouse.  I turn toward Amador City, and Sutter Creek on Highway 49.  And turn left on Church Street directly off highway 49 in Sutter Creek. 

You can visit the Amador County Chamber of Commerce website page devoted to Daffodil Hill for more information!

I take pictures for the purpose of remembering fond times.  I do not impose copyright restrictions on this photo, so you may feel free to use, or distribute as you wish.  However, should you need a Real Estate Professional in the Greater Sacramento area, I hope that you will contact me by email or by visiting my website www.myrljeffcoat.com - Thank You!



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2010
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You have tulips in bloom already, I am still waiting here in NV. But we have daffodils and they are lovely!  Have a wonderful weekend Myrl!
10:18pm • #6
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Myrl - I love it Daffodil Hill  ..... it has a fresh spring sound to it ..... judging from your pictures it must be amazing to see in full bloom
10:20pm • #7
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What a beautiful slide show

 
12:04am • #8
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Hi Mryl, A wonderful photostory and Daffodil Hill certanly looks like a great place to take along the grandkids and have a picnick. The photo slide show is very special. Gee, I wonder how they came up with the name of this place. The flowers are just wonderful!
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Daffodils are the very definition of Spring. The girls are cute...but I like the shot with the fence running along parrallel to/making up the near horizon.
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Hi Myrl, How beautiful!  I love your photos of Daffodil Hill; what a wonderful Spring Parade!  It's too bad the snows came but I am certainly glad you made it up there before they closed.
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Hi, Myrl!

I love spring with all the colors and new life it brings.

Have a great weekend!

Brigita
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THANKS so much for this photo...it makes me wonder about life in California - did daffodils play in this spot a hunderd years ago...??....
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Jean - I don't usually have a problem with pollen.  But this season, I seem to be battling it continually!

June - You're very welcome!

Barbara - There is a very "fresh" scent to daffodils.  They smell really "new."

John - That's it - they are a celebration of spring!

Melanie - So true about them coming back year after year - except for those that fall victim to gophers and moles:-)

Terrie - I hope you have a wonderful weekend too!

Kathy - It really is amazing to see. . .and transitory for only a very few weeks each year.

Jim - Thank you!

William - I'm totally clueless about how they came up with that name - LOL

Jim - They really are the definition of Spring!

Mary - This has been such a crazy year weather wise.  I can't remember when snows ever stopped Daffodil Hill from staying open.

Brigita - The older I get, the more I love spring for its "new life" quality as you say.

JaneAnn - Daffodil Hill was began by homesteaders in the 1800s.  But the tradition of continuing to plant and expand their numbers is still going on.
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Can you believe it? I have never been to Daffodil Hill. But I have certainly heard of it. My husband has been yakking at me about going hiking, saying all I do is sell real estate 18 hours a day (the other 6 I sleep). I need to pencil in something in my planner and go away with him. Amador County has great hiking trails.
10:14am • #15
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Myrl - wow those are beautiful photographs, and I love daffodils, they are such a pretty flower!
11:30am • #16
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Elizabeth - Life is about balance!  I have seen how hard you work, and worry that you do not seem to take a lot of time out to smell the roses!  Spend time with your husband!  Life shouldn't be about work only. . .Although, you truly seem to enjoy being in the thick of it with your career.

Sharon - Thank you for the compliment - I love those little yellow flowers too!
4:10pm • #17
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I love the name "Daffodil Hill". It looks like a beautiful spot!
5:43pm • #18
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Myrl, great photos!  The daffodils are just beautiful, so are the kids! 
10:42pm • #19
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As always your pictures are beautiful. Daffodil Hill looks like a wonderful place to visit.
6:11am • #20
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Myrl,

Wow!  You have captured all the beautiful flowers at their best at Daffodil Hill!   I enjoyed the slide show.   Thanks!
9:17am • #21
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How I love Daffodil Hill! It's been years and years since I've been there -but it was one of my favorite places :) Thanks for bringing it to me, Myrl!

Debi
11:02am • #22
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Myrl, you are right! The hills are alive with spring!  You are lucky to share them with your granddaughters.
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Hi Myrl...What a treat for you and your granddaughters.  What a wonderful idea to take them to a place like Daffodil Hill.  These photos will provide wonderful memories for them years from now.

Kate
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Your granddaughters are adorable-and the flowers look good too!  LOL
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