Natural History Wanderings

San Juan National Forest reports

Date: September 7, 2018

Estimated Percentage of Current Fall Foliage:

Durango to Purgatory – 5%
Molas Pass – 10%
Silverton/Red Mtn Pass – 10%
Pagosa – 5%
Dolores to Lizard Head Pass – 5%
Mancos/La Platas – 5%
Ouray to Telluride – 5%

Areas with Greatest Amount of Color / Recommended Viewing Areas:

• Oak brush beginning to change at the 6500-7500 ft elevations.
• Bits of color and shade change in the Molas Pass and Silverton areas.

Estimated Peak Viewing Period: Another week at least.

Viewing Suggestions / Tips: Don’t expect much yet, but a lot of leaves beginning to yellow.

Trees That Are Currently Turning Color: Oak Brush low and Tundra up high.  Aspens getting started.

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