Mono County Is Back to Gettin’ Glorious

The storms of last week put the progression of color change on hold, though now that we’re past that, color spotter Alicia Vennos of Mono County says most of the high color areas are “moving again at a good pace towards ripe gold and orange after being stuck for several days in a greenish lull.”

30-50% – Convict Lake – Aspen at the south boardwalk are turning.

0-15% – June Lake Loop – is just starting to shift now — photo of Silver Lake was taken on Saturday, 10/8/11.

15 – 30% – McGee Creek Canyon – A rich blend of yellow and orange are appearing among many still-green trees(photos 183, 145,  149, 164).

15-30% – Mammoth Creek – Alicia reports that after what seemed like a hiccup last week in the progression towards fall color,  Mammoth Creek which is now coloring up.  She recommends the easy hike along Mammoth Creek starting  at the old Hayden Cabin Museum off Old Mammoth Rd. just south of Mammoth Creek Park.  The bike path and dirt road on the north side of the creek are best
for late afternoon photos of beautiful back-lit trees against a backdrop of Mammoth Rock and the Sherwins.

50-75% – Conway Summit – Color spotter Dana Nichols reports that Conway Summit is approaching peak and perfectly photogenic.  Her pictures taken yesterday back that.

15 – 30% – West Walker River – South of Walker/Coleville the river is starting to really shine yellow and orange along its banks, which provides a nice combination for anglers… fall color and fishing too!

0 – 15% – Monitor Pass – Dana says the aspen at the top of Monitor Pass are just beginning to color up… that’s much later than usual.

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