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The lighted trail covers approximately 12 miles highlighting dogwoods and flowering garden areas. While the trees are in bloom (mid-April, depending on the blooming of the Dogwoods), Dogwood Trail signs are strategically located at each turn in the Trail. Download the trail map or follow the signs for a self-guided springtime tour!
LIGHTED DOGWOOD TRAIL - Sponsored by the Paducah Civic Beautification Board, this traditional celebration of spring will reflect the hope and perseverance of our community. The Trail is a beautiful drive by day or night, when homeowners spotlight their trees. This year, you may see the addition of green lighting as requested by Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear to show compassion for those affected by COVID-19 as well as a sign of Kentucky's resilience. The public is strongly encouraged to practice social distancing while enjoying this self-guided driving tour.
The lighted trail dates are projected by the Paducah Civic Beautification Board (CBB), but Mother Nature determines peak bloom!
The lighting of the dogwood trail in Paducah began in April 1964 when the Civic Beautification Board started the tradition of touring Paducah in bloom at night. Inspired by the beauty of Knoxville, Tennesee's lighted dogwoods, the trail is now a driving tour traversing Historic Downtown, Lower Town Arts District and other residential neighborhoods. The tour showcases Dogwood, Japanese Maple, Red Bud and Weeping Cherry trees as well as blooming garden areas and other flowering species.
Birds & Blooms included Paducah Dogwood Trail among 8 Must-See Flower Festivals!