Natural History Wanderings

San Juan National Forest has a new fall color update 10/27/14

Estimated Percentage of Current Fall Foliage:

• Durango to Purgatory – past peak
• Molas Pass – past peak
• Silverton/Red Mountain Pass – past peak
• Pagosa –past peak
• Dolores to Rico – past peak
• Mancos – past peak

Areas with Greatest Amount of Color / Recommended Viewing Areas:

• San Juan River
  
• Dolores river
• Durango south to Aztec NM

Estimated Peak Viewing Period:

• Elevation above 7,000 feet is mostly past peak.
• The slightly lower areas below 7,000 ft look good. 

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

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

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

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