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Plumas County Near Peak – Go Now!

Bigleaf Maple, Greenville (10/8/14) Jeff Titcomb

Bigleaf Maple, Greenville (10/8/14) Jeff Titcomb

True to its reputation for great fall color, Plumas County leads the Shasta Cascade with the region’s first GO NOW! alert. Color spotter Lisa May sends this update, appended with additional reports from color spotters and local sites.  Also, several fall events are listed for those planning trips to the northern Sierra and southern Cascades.

La Porte Rd (10/15/14) Mike Nellor

La Porte Rd (10/15/14) Mike Nellor

Genessee Valley (10/16/14) Suzi Brakken

Genessee Valley (10/16/14) Suzi Brakken

Dogwood, Round Valley (10/8/14) Jeff Titcomb

Dogwood, Round Valley (10/8/14) Jeff Titcomb

Bigleaf Maple, Plumas County (10/8/14) Jeff Titcomb

Bigleaf Maple, Plumas County (10/8/14) Jeff Titcomb

Dogwood, Plumas County (10/8/14) Jeff Titcomb

Dogwood, Plumas County (10/8/14) Jeff Titcomb

GO NOW! Plumas County (Near Peak – 50 – 75%) Plumas is definitely approaching peak. Areas around Greenville are showing vibrant yellow bigleaf maple and pastel pink to vibrant red dogwood.  Plumas County’s Awesome Autumn FB page had color spotter Emily Webb reporting on 10/11 that “Hwy 89 from the Greenville Y to the Taylorsville T is spectacular… The best fall colors being on the other side of Indian Creek. I would suggest if you are going from Quincy to stop about a 1/4 mile from the Y on 89, there is a pullout on the left hand side of the road or better yet, go about another mile, where you see the Dawn Institutes apple orchard on the left, and there is a big pull out on the right. Park at the pull out and take the short and easy hike down to the creek. The maples on the other side of the creek are like gold lace, with red dogwoods intertwining in between.”  Additionally, the site reported on 10/9 that Bucks Lake Rd., right before the summit, has turned, and it is beautiful. The deep reds, rust, and yellow.  Also, Quincy’s famous “Judge Thieler” sugar maple is now peaking (Lee Way, off Jackson St, behind the courthouse). Events:

  • Mountain Harvest Festival October 18, 1:00 PM-5:00 PM at the Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds in Quincy, CA. For more information call (530) 283-3402.
  • Veteran’s Day Parade & Ceremony Tuesday, November 11 Main St. in Greenville CA. For more Info call (530) 284-6633

Butte County (Patchy 10%-50%) Butte County is still feeling those warm temperatures, but with expected cooler weather coming to the Shasta cascade region, we’re expecting to see some spectacular fall colors moving in within the next few weeks. There are already some patches of yellows, oranges, and even some reds already visible in some areas around the Chico area. Events:

  • Treat Street October 31, 2014 1:00PM-5:00PM in Downtown Chico
  • 25th annual Parade of Lights October 18th 2014, 7:30PM-10:30PM IN DOWNTOWN CHICO
  • KZFR Halloween Monster Bash! October 31, 2014 7:30PM-9:30PM AT THE CHICO WOMEN’S CLUB 592 E 3RD ST. CHICO, CA 95928
Judge Thieler Sugar Maple, Quincy (10/6/14) Kevin Mallory

Judge Thieler Sugar Maple, Quincy (10/6/14) Kevin Mallory

Tehama County (Patchy 10%-50%) Though in the warmer valley there hasn’t been much change there are some non-native trees beginning to change for the fall season. Some of the Scrub oaks near the Cottonwood area seeing hints of light green and yellow. As the temperatures begin to cool we will see more Fall colors. Events:

  • ArtWalk 2014 Friday and Saturday, November 7-8 Main St. Red Bluff
  • November 1, 2014 FallFest Run-Walk Event/ Plant Sale, Sacramento River Discovery Center, (530) 527-1196
Aspen, Hwy 89 North of Truckee (10/9/14) Karen Kleven

Aspen, Hwy 89 North of Truckee (10/9/14) Karen Kleven

Lassen County (Patchy 10%-50%) Lassen is seeing some of the vibrant yellows and even some reds across the County. With the expected peak during late October and early November, don’t wait too long to come see this beautiful county during the Fall season. Events:

  • HUSA “Safe & Sane Halloween and Coffin Races” Oct. 31, 3 – 5pm, Historic Uptown Susanville, For more info call (530)257-3292.
  • Lassen National Forest “Over-Snow Vehicle Open House” Nov. 5 , 6:30pm, 2550 Riverside Dr., Susanville, seeking public input on Nation
Dogwood, Big Creek Rd (10/9/14) John Sheehan

Dogwood, Big Creek Rd (10/9/14) John Sheehan

Shasta County (Patchy 10%-50%) Shasta County is seeing lots of wonderful Fall Colors. Many of the trees are showing signs of the Fall season with shades of yellow and even some vibrant reds showing near the Redding and Anderson areas. Peak Color changes are just around the corner so hurry to witness all the remarkable Fall season in Shasta County. Events:

  • Spooktoberfest at Turtle Bay Friday, Oct 24, 2014. Admission: $5 ticket $20 Family 1335 Arboretum Dr, Redding, 96003 www.turtlebay.org
  • 23rd Annual Return of the Salmon Saturday, Oct 18, 2014 at the Coleman National Fish Hatchery 24411 Coleman Fish Hatchery Rd, Anderson, 96007 www.fws.gov/coleman/
  • Creepy Hollow Carnival October 25-26 at Historic Hawes Farms, 21923 Dersch Rd, Anderson, CA 96007. Call (530) 365-8488 for more information
Siskiyou County (10/8/14) Ashley Hollgarth

Siskiyou County (10/8/14) Ashley Hollgarth

Siskiyou County (Patchy 10%-50%) The leaves are changing and are almost at Full peak. Due to the cool nights, Siskiyou County is seeing fall colors rapidly and the leaves are already beginning to fall. Many trees are full of reds and oranges and will be at peak before you know it. Hurry and plan your trip to visit the remarkable Fall season in Siskiyou. Events:

  • Yreka’s Art Walk Fri, October 24, 5pm – 8pm in Downtown Yreka
  • 3rd annual Walk/Run for the Arts Sat, October 18, 8am – 12pm at the Dunsmuir Elementary School lower playground: 4760 Siskiyou Avenue, Dunsmuir
La Porte Rd (10/10/14) Kevin Mallory

La Porte Rd (10/10/14) Kevin Mallory

Trinity County (Patchy 10%-50%) In the Higher elevation we are seeing more changes for the Fall season. Areas around the Weaverville area are seeing some patches of yellows and oranges and will peak a full peak before you know it. Events:

  • Weaverville’s Art cruises, Saturday November 1, 5PM-8PM, at various location around Weaverville.
  • Weaverville Nine to Five and Four Hours of Weaverville Mountain Bike Races at the Weaver Basin Trails, Saturday October 18, 9:00 AM-5:00PM.
Jackson St., Quincy (10/10/14) Kevin Mallory

Jackson St., Quincy (10/10/14) Kevin Mallory

Modoc County (Patchy 10%-50%) Modoc is seeing patches of Fall color throughout the County. Yellows and oranges are seen in many different types of trees. It will be at full peak towards the end of October so hurry if you would like to catch the seasonal change. Events:

  • Alturas Veteran’s Fall Bazaar and Bake Sale Saturday October 25 9:00 AM-4:00PM at the Veterans Hall South Main St. in Alturas, CA. For Info Call (530)233-4825 or (530)640-0288.

 

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