,

Mill Creek Shows Color

Mill Creek (9/22/19) Shelley Hunter

Mill Creek is showing surprising color for early autumn. At only 4,737′ in elevation, the area is famous for its covered bridge and ranch views.

Located along the Lassen Volcanic Scenic Byway (CA-89), sections of Mill Creek are populated with creek dogwood, quaking aspen, alder, vine maple, black cottonwood and black oak.

The aspen and cottonwood seem to be providing most of the early color with most of the larger, older trees still green.

  • Lassen Volcanic Scenic Byway (9/22/19) Shelley Hunter
  • Mill Creek (9/22/19) Shelley Hunter
  • Mill Creek at Highland’s Ranch Resort (4,737′) – Patchy (10-50%)
/by