Natural History Wanderings

San Juan National Forest has a new fall color report for 10/23/14

Estimated Percentage of Current Fall Foliage:
Durango to Purgatory – past peak
Molas Pass – past peak
Silverton/Red Mountain Pass – past peak
Pagosa –past peak, 90% cottonwoods along river 
Dolores to Rico – past peak
Mancos – 90% peaking

Areas with Greatest Amount of Color / Recommended Viewing Areas:
Wolf Creek Pass, San Juan River
North of Mancos.  Dolores river
Durango south to Aztec NM

Estimated Peak Viewing Period:
High elevation above 8,000 feet is mostly past peak.
The slightly lower areas below 8,000 ft look good.  Pagosa, Dolores, Mancos changing fast.

Viewing Suggestions / Tips:
Many areas still holding good color and great weather this week.

Trees That Are Currently Turning Color:
Aspens, oakbrush.  Willows and cottonwoods along the rivers.

For More Information on Fall Colors Please Contact:
San Juan Public Lands Center, Durango (970) 247-4874