Fri 5 Oct 2007
Right now is the time to get out and see the fall colors in and around Big Bear Lake. In just the last few days the oaks, cottonwoods and dogwoods have shifted from green to gold.
Get up to Big Bear within the next two weeks to admire the mountain vistas peppered with auburn, yellow and gold intertwined with a plethora of evergreens. Big Bear is one of only a few places in Southern California where you can truly see spectacular fall colors.
I plan to make my annual pilgrimage to Aspen Grove, my downright favorite spot for autumn hues in the Big Bear area. It is about 17 miles from Big Bear Lake just off Highway 38 at Heartbar Campground. The Aspen Grove is a must see. It is absolutely golden! Be sure to bring a camera.
I plan to get out there sometime this week. I’ll be sure to report on the percentage of yellow and give you my forecast on when I think the colors will peak. The way the weather is going it might peak tomorrow. What are you waiting for? Get your camera and start snapping. Once Mother Nature blows the leaves away, you’ll have to wait for next year.
Probst! To the autumn hues
Daniel Pea
P.S. Stay tuned for an Aspen Grove report coming soon! With new photos. In fact, if you have any photos you want to post to the site send it to blogs@bigbear.com.
October 11th, 2007 at 6:08 pm
Daniel, thank you so much for your blog entries. They’re a breath of fresh air.
I hope to hear back soon on what you think the foliage will be like.
October 12th, 2007 at 11:59 am
Paul,
It turns out the leaves came ealier than expected. There are still some yellows and some trees that are still green. Unfortunately, the majority of leaves have turned brown. I think this is due to the poor percepitation we had last year. I still reccommend you head out there, or at least check out the Mill Creek or Greys Peak area in Big Bear for black oak foilage.
October 8th, 2008 at 6:09 am
Dear Paul, doe you know if we can capm in the wild around the lake? I am from Holland and visit the lake in two weeks.
Thanks for the answere
Theo
October 16th, 2008 at 7:44 pm
Hi Theo, Are you looking for a campsite or on your own? There is a campsite right on the lake called Serrano Campground. Take Care, DP
October 3rd, 2009 at 9:26 pm
I’m looking forward to your update on the Aspen grove (and hopefully some pictures).
I’ve been there twice but never seemed to get the timing right.
Either I’ve been too early and they’re still green.
Or, I’ve been too late and they’ve already turned brown.
I was planning on going-up there next week.
But I think that I’ll wait for your update first.
Thanks.
Jimbo
October 3rd, 2009 at 10:19 pm
Whoa!
My wife “kindly” pointed-out that this post is from two years ago!
So, if don’t get a reply, I’ll understand.
Jimbo
October 5th, 2009 at 6:32 am
Hi Jimbo,
With the recent steady drop in temperatures, I’d say it’s a safe bet the colors of the aspens are changing to golden yellow this week. I plan to go out there sometime this week, so hopefully i can give a more accurate reading.
DP
October 5th, 2009 at 8:28 am
Thanks for getting back to me. I think I’ll hold-off on the Aspen Grove Trail until after you check it out.
Tomorrow, we plan on driving-up to Ice House Canyon near Mt. Baldy to see if the big leaf maples have turned.
Later-on, we’ll be travelling to the trails around Idyllwild, Mt. Palomar and Warner Springs Ranch as part of our annual Southern California fall color tour.
When we head-up to the Aspen Trail, we’re also planning on doing the Pine Knot Trail. Do you have any idea if the oaks have turned yet around Big Bear Lake?
Once again, thanks for your time.
Jimbo
October 5th, 2009 at 10:56 am
Here’s a link to some recent posts of pictures at the Aspen Grove.
http://kathywing.smugmug.com/California-Hiking-Scrambling/Southern-California-Mountains/Aspen-Grove-10309/9842107_nfkr5#P-1-15
So, you’re right. This week looks like it’s time for the annual pilgrimage.
Jimbo
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