Following a report that the aspen had peaked at Big Bear Lake, two reports arrived today showing big color among the black oak.
Jim Van Matre writes, “The west end of the valley had a lot of color. Forrest Road 2N10 from Mill Creek Rd up to where the pavement ends is especially beautiful.” Though he predicts that this week’s storm is likely to strip trees at full peak.
Trent Vierra adds, “Fall foliage is GO NOW peak color, especially with snow in the forecast next week.
“The native black oaks are in great peak color throughout the mountains,” Trent continued. “Around the 6000-8000 ft range they’re at peak gold and orange color; the ambered hue shining like a gem amongst the green pine on hills and peaks around the valley.”
He describes the overall color on the oaks as, “one of the most impressive I’ve seen in years. A really healthy showing that has benefited from the cold nights and warm days. The native cottonwood and willow are also shining nice and yellow around the creeks, meadows, and other riparian areas.
Trent adds, “Decorative trees are also at peak color, with the village being especially impressive with a wide variety of colored trees throughout.”
- Big Bear Lake (6,752′) – PEAK (75-100%) GO NOW! – Black oak at peak.
