Last year at this time I took a trip to Flagstaff Arizona in the northern part of the state. The trip was to visit Lowell Observatory which I posted about here. However, because it was mid-October it was a perfect time to see some fall colors.
There is an area north of Flagstaff known as "the snow bowl" where Arizonans hungry for some winter sports go to ski during the winter months.
Along the road to that ski area you can find some of the most beautiful aspen groves in the state. The destination is popular with people from all over the state but when the aspen show their fall colors, it becomes even more popular.
Once the car was safely parked, I was able to walk around some of the trails. It was a wonderful feeling, like being embraced by these tall and colorful trees.
The weather was perfect for these explorations. Crisp fall air but with the warmth of the sun on my back.
I do love living in a desert area but from time to time, I long to see the way the seasons change in other parts of the country. Looking at these photos was like a breath of fresh air.
5 comments:
Beautiful colours.
It certainly is a big change from Phoenix.
Amazing the difference in just a couple of hours of driving.
Yes, that is a great place to see the aspens.
I'd love to visit the Lowell Observatory.
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