1/18/2024 0 Comments Fall scenery in california![]() All three species have spread diseases such as dengue fever and Zika virus in other countries.” Scientists have also observed Aedes notoscriptus in the state. In 2013, breeding colonies of Aedes aegypti made their way to California after successfully inhabiting the southeastern United States. Times opinion piece: “Aedes albopictus, the Asian tiger mosquito, was the first to arrive, introduced in shipments of ornamental bamboo. Sophie Parker, lead scientist for the Nature Conservancy, writes in an L.A. ![]() Aedes (pronounced “ay-ee-deez”) mosquitoes invaded California in the early 2000s and have become peskier every year since. Worried about getting bit by mosquitoes? You should be. (Martina Ibáñez-Baldor / Los Angeles Times) ( Check out the full list of top 40 fall destinations in California.) ![]() The loop’s 16 miles take you past June Lake (about 7,650 feet), Gull Lake, Silver Lake and Grant Lake, offering the changing colors of cottonwoods, willows, quaking aspens and their reflections. California 158), part of the Inyo National Forest, remains a sweet spot for scenery. June Lake: This year’s fires have blackened many areas near Lake Tahoe and other parts of the state. From Bishop, drive 18 miles on California 168, past the tiny mountain town of Aspendell, to the lake’s edge. Also, expect low water levels at the lake because of the continuing drought. Skies have been hazy because of smoke from wildfires but winds may clear the air, the website said. The aspens along the lakeshore change from green to greenish yellow to gold. Lake Sabrina: reports that Sabrina Lake at 9,150 feet and the upper areas of Bishop Creek Canyon are quickly approaching peak colors. Here are three places along Highway 395 to put on your list. National forests that closed earlier this month because of fire danger have reopened and (hopefully) will stay that way during leaf-peeping season. Early October is the time to head to the Eastern Sierra to find fall color in California. ![]()
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