They say April showers bring May flowers, but you don’t have to wait until next month to catch one of spring’s most breathtaking sights — daffodils in bloom.

At Parsons Reserve in Dartmouth, the first bursts of white and yellow signal the season’s arrival, offering a quiet reminder of new beginnings.

For more than 80 years, the 32-acre property, part of the Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust, has drawn visitors each spring. Roughly four acres are filled with hundreds of daffodils, originally planted during World War II along the banks of Destruction Brook.

The trailhead, located across from Dartmouth Town Landing, leads to an eight- to 10-minute walk with a somewhat steep climb through the woods. Beneath a canopy of beech trees, the path opens to a stunning display of blooms, a small utopia tucked quietly away from the bustle of everyday life.

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