Natural History Wanderings

San Juan National Forest  reports

Estimated Percentage of Current Fall Foliage:
Durango to Purgatory – 65%
Molas Pass – 85%
Silverton/Red Mtn Pass – 95%
Pagosa – 75%
Dolores to Lizard Head Pass – 95%
Mancos/La Platas – 75%
San Juan Skyway- 95% 
Areas with Greatest Amount of Color / Recommended Viewing Areas: Anywhere.  Get out this weekend before its over.

Estimated Peak Viewing Period:This weekend may  be the best days for leaf peeping in years.

Viewing Suggestions / Tips: Watch for distracted traffic along the highways.

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