Dutchman's Breeches derives its name from the white flower that reminded people of upside down pantaloons or breeches.
Bloodroot is one of many early spring wildflowers you will see along the Ghost Town Trail.
The Painted Trillium prefers wet, almost boggy soils. This one was photographed at Hemlock Lake. It can take anywhere from 3 to 7 years for a Trillium to bloom, a good reason to never pick the flowers and leave them in their natural setting to enjoy.
