Lupine covers a hillside at Table Mountain. (Image: Kathryn Reed)

The weather roller coaster of rain, sun and a little heat is creating a colorful mosaic throughout the lower elevations of California.

The flowers are going off at Table Mountain in Oroville.

The hills are alive with people and flowers at Table Mountain on March 29. (Image: Kathryn Reed)

It used to be that weekends were not a problem for visiting Table Mountain. Apparently word has gotten out that this is the place to see wildflowers in the area.

Neither mom nor I had ever parked so far away from the main entrance. Nor had we seen so many people before.

Cleo and Kae Reed with a carpet of yellow flowers in the background. (Image: Kathryn Reed)

Going later in the day meant seeing tons of poppies on full display. When it’s chilly in the mornings they are often closed up.

At some spots it’s like someone has scattered a packet of wildflower seeds. Other locations it’s like a single varietal has taken over.

An array of flowers all in one location. (Image: Kathryn Reed)

The great thing about Table Mountain is the flowers are visible without taking a single step. It’s a perfect place to go no matter your age or ability.

For those who have the time and mobility, you could go for miles. This could mean more variety of flowers and waterfalls, especially since it keeps raining.

Cleo Reed walks up the rocky terrain at Table Mountain. (Image: Kathryn Reed)

With Mother Nature being so spastic this spring, it’s likely the flowers will continue to be impressive for a bit. But, then again, poppies don’t really like moisture so it’s hard to predict what Table Mountain will be like the rest of this spring.

Sutter Buttes in the distance are often the distant focal point at Table Mountain. (Image: Kathryn Reed)