Where to See NYC's Cherry Blossoms in Bloom

As spring approaches, residents and visitors of Washington, D.C. look forward to the arrival of the iconic cherry blossoms of the city. On Tuesday, the National Park Service (NPS) announced that cherry trees along the Tidal Basin had officially reached Stage 1 in their flowering process, marked by the appearance of green shoots. This milestone marks the beginning of the countdown towards the peak of flowering. According to the NPS, the peak bloo…

Where to See NYC's Cherry Blossoms in Bloom

Want to know where to take the best photos of New York’s spring cherry blossoms in bloom? I’ve tracked down a dozen of the top spots including ones in all five boroughs. Follow bloom trackers to time your visit. The flowering times are dependent on the type of cherry tree. And increasingly warmer temperatures mean an earlier season. My favorite location is in Central Park along the Reservoir trail. It feels like you’re walking through a pale pin…