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Azalea & Spring Flower Trail

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212 W Dobbs St. Tyler, TX 75701

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2024 Tyler Azalea Trail Brochure

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March 21-April 6, 2025 - 66th Year

Visit Tyler each spring when we celebrate the season with more than ten miles of residential gardens and historic home-sites covered with azaleas, tulips, wisteria, dogwood, and more. This annual spring event has been described as a floral wonderland and a photographer’s paradise. The Azalea & Spring Flower Trail takes place in March and April each year. Springtime in Tyler is one of the best times of the year to stroll the brick streets and enjoy the beauty of the area.

History

In 1929, Maurice Shamburger planted the first azaleas in Tyler along Lindsey Lane, inspiring neighbors to follow suit. The area quickly became famous for its breathtaking springtime blooms.
As news of Tyler’s azaleas spread across East Texas and beyond, the city became a popular destination for flower enthusiasts. By 1960, marked tour routes were established to guide visitors through the vibrant displays.

A highlight of these routes is the Azalea National Historic District, established in 2003 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This district features approximately 950 homes, many dating back to the first half of the 20th century, including a notable concentration from the 1930s—a period when the oil boom significantly shaped Tyler’s growth.

Start the Trail...

The two trails officially begin at the Goodman Museum and travel south. A good starting point is the corner of Houston Street and South Broadway Avenue. Bright neon signs that read "Azalea Trail" designate the routes that meander through the area streets for motorists. You can begin anywhere along the routes and not be disappointed.

Park at First Presbyterian Church, near the corner of Dobbs and South Broadway or Bergfeld Park if you prefer to walk the trails.

For a map of the trails, you can visit our Visitor Center at 110 North College Ave. Suite 105 inside Plaza Tower (tallest building in Tyler).

The Trail is nationally recognized and has been the subject of articles in publications such as Southern Living and Texas Highways.