Fall Colors and Fishing

[chemdoc]

Well, it was just too nice to work yesterday, so I decided to head up 88 to see the fall colors and try a little fishing as well. Thanks to those who mentioned the roadwork on Carson Pass. I went over early in the morning and came back before 1pm when the blasting begins and the road is closed for two hours at a time.

The aspens are just about perfect right now, with just a hint of green remaining. I imagine they will peak sometime in the next week. Fishing was also good in the small streams I visited for fish up to nine inches, which is just right on 1 wt. There is more water than usual for this time of year, so the fish aren't as spooky as they might be when the flows are lower and slower. I have included some pictures of the trees and fish to encourage you to head up before winter sets in.

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Hwy 88 near Silver Lake

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Hope Valley

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West Carson near Sorenson's

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One of my favorite east side streams

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[Larry S]

Great shots!
Thank you.
Best,
Larry S

[Phil Synhorst]

Phil,

Those are great pics of one of my favorite areas, and finned foes. Thanks for the tease.....or inspiration.:D

Phil

[jburge]

Stunning color, thanks for posting! Sure makes me think about playing hooky this week.

John

[chemdoc]

I definite recommend playing hooky. It is supposed to cool down this week in the high country, so now is the time to go. If I could manage it I would be back up there again and may do so on Saturday if the leaves are still looking good.