Natural History Wanderings

Cedar City • Brian Head Tourism Bureau has a new fall color report for 9/16/16

High Elevation – Alpine- Brian Head, Cedar Breaks and Panguitch Lake
Percent of Change: MODERATE
Color Report: The leaves in the high elevation are right on schedule with past years. There are beautiful patches or golden yellows, vibrant oranges and stunning reds, however there is still plenty of green that will change in the next week. The current leaves will make this weekend a wonderful time to take a drive and fingers crossed, the weekend of September 23rd will be even better.

Mid Elevation – Sub-Alpine- Parowan Canyon and Cedar Canyon Area
Percent of Change: LOW
Color Report: Leaf experts are reporting that a the leaves in the mid elevation are starting to show change with a scattering of golden yellows as well as bright oranges and fiery reds; these changes have made it a great time to start your leaf viewing adventure along Right Hand Canyon Road and the Cedar Highlands area. Be aware that there is still plenty of green left in most of the mid-elevation so continue checking back for updates.

Low Elevation – High Valley -Cedar City and Kolob Canyons Area
Percent of Change: LOW
Color Report: The leaves in the lower elevations tend to start changing colors around mid to late October. Be sure to check in often to check the status of our golden yellows, bright oranges and fiery reds as the temperatures cool and the leaves change.