Natural History Wanderings

San Juan National Forest  reports

Estimated Percentage of Current Fall Foliage:
Durango to Purgatory – 30%
Molas Pass – 55%
Silverton/Red Mtn Pass – 85%
Pagosa – 30%
Dolores to Lizard Head Pass – 70%
Mancos/La Platas – 75%
San Juan Skyway- 75% 
Areas with Greatest Amount of Color / Recommended Viewing Areas: San Juan Skyway from Dolores north to Telluride, Ridgeway, Ouray and Silverton

Estimated Peak Viewing Period: This week for the Skyway, Purgatory and Pagosa a bit later.

Viewing Suggestions / Tips: Drive the Skyway before the weather gets rough again.

Trees That Are Currently Turning Color: Oak Brush, then Aspen, then Cottonwoods.

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