Natural History Wanderings

San Juan National Forest  reports

Estimated Percentage of Current Fall Foliage:
Durango to Purgatory – 5% not much
Molas Pass – 5% not much
Silverton/Red Mtn Pass – 20% south side of town good
Pagosa – 2%
Dolores to Lizard Head Pass – 5%
Mancos/La Platas – 5%
San Jun Skyway- 5%
Areas with Greatest Amount of Color / Recommended Viewing Areas: the curve just south of Silverton

Estimated Peak Viewing Period: Give it a couple of weeks

Viewing Suggestions / Tips: Plan on highest elevation the next couple of weeks

Trees That Are Currently Turning Color: Aspen and some brush.

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