Natural History Wanderings

San Juan National Forest reports on  9/29/15

Estimated Percentage of Current Fall Foliage:
Durango to Purgatory – 25%
Molas Pass – 75%
Silverton/Red Mtn Pass – 95%
Pagosa – 15%
Dolores to Lizard Head Pass – 65%
Mancos/La Platas – 45%
Above 10,000 feet – 75%

Areas with Greatest Amount of Color / Recommended Viewing Areas:
Silverton/Red Mountain Pass
Molas Pass/Lime Creek
Mancos/La Platas above 10,500 feet
Lizard Head/Telluride
Missionary Ridge

Estimated Peak Viewing Period:
Elevation above 10,000 feet.
Getting towards peak fast in some places

Viewing Suggestions / Tips:
Go up higher for now.
Lower elevations have shrubs and brush turning in places.

Trees That Are Currently Turning Color:
Aspens and a bit of the oak and service berry.

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