High Sierra Northern California Fall Colors

To read more about our Northern CA fall driving adventure at high sierra, please read Northern California Fall Drive.

Northern California Fall Drive

 Before the end of October this year, 2010, we decided to take a drive to the higher sierra here in Northern California to see some fall colors and very hopeful that some of the Aspen trees in higher elevations still have their leaves intact. We took Hwy 50 on our way up towards Lake Tahoe but there was hardly any signs of fall colors most of the way. Even at higher elevation, most of the colors remains green, like most time of year, because cedar trees and pine trees which are abundant in the stretch of Hwy 50 doesn't change color during fall season. Despite the lack of fall colors on the way up, we still had a great time at the road, the day was perfect for driving, the sun was out but it was not humid and uncomfortable.

When we approached South Lake Tahoe, that's when we started to see some occasional Aspen trees from a distance with their bright yellow leaves standing out vibrantly against all the towering green pine trees. 

I remembered that the last time that we drove towards Emerald Bay area few years ago that we came across a ton of Aspen trees in the road, so we decided to take that route again and I'm glad that my memory didn't disappoint us because we saw aspen trees along the way. We also passed a creek in the side of the road with a bridge, so we decided to check it out. 

There were literally hundreds and hundreds of salmon fishes in the creek that day, it was amazing to see. The fishes grouped themselves together in the water by the hundreds in such a small area. There were some warning signs posted in the area about wild black bears hanging out in the area and feeding themselves with the fishes. Although, we were cautious, I was not extremely worried that day because during the time there were a lot of people walking back and forth in the bridge, walking along the trail, and checking out the fishes.

Here is a video of all the fishes in Taylor Creek that day in Lake Tahoe:

Best of all, the trees are still in its best fall display yet. The vibrant yellow hues were everywhere. We definitely came up in the higher sierra at the right time because most of the transformed leaves were still in the trees and didn't die down and fall yet.

We decided to take Hwy 88 on our way back home. Driving in Hwy 88 was definitely the way to go in order for us to see what fall seasons in Northern California truly has to offer. We had to make several stops along the highway just to take pictures because there were plenty of fall colors opportunities worth stopping by and take photographs of. We were definitely not alone in our fall driving adventure, a lot of photographers, probably amateurs, enthusiasts, and professionals, were all flocked in different areas of Hwy 88 road stretch doing the same thing what we were doing, frequent stops to enjoy and take photos of the views.  

The views of the meadows and occasional creeks below the bridges were just as stunning at the Aspen trees. We stopped by near bridges along the way to take some photographs of really stunning sceneries. Unfortunately, the sun was already setting and it was getting dark pretty quick. Regardless the luck of sun light left, I did try to take some more photos of some really beautiful views of colorful meadows, multi-colored wildflowers with stunning mountain view from the distance.

Here is a video of the creek:

We came across a huge mountain from a distance blanketed with several Aspen trees below it, it thought that was really stunning scene. Even if it was far away from the road, the vibrant color of the Aspen trees all group together were easy to spot and definitely hard to miss.

Here is a video of the drive along Hwy 88 and 89:




One of my favorite scene among the bests was this old barn situated in a meadow with a mountain background full of colorful Aspen trees below it. Standing in front of it was like looking directly into a beautiful landscape painting done by a really talented artist, the only difference was that it was the real deal, I can hear the wind and i can see the swinging of the trees as the wind blows gently towards them.

It was a very relaxing and fulfilling day, being out there in the road, seeing all the beauty of nature. Although, each four seasons has something really beautiful to offer, one of my favorite is seeing the dramatic transformation of the trees and sceneries during fall season, thats why its by far one of my favorite time of year. Hope you enjoy the photographs, thank you for stopping by in my blog today, Jazevox.

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More Shopping Malls in Bohol Philippines

In the Philippines, when you think of shopping, probably the first thing that come to mind is Manila and Cebu, with both cities having all those huge malls scattered all over both metropolitan areas.

Over the years, there's been a steady growth of visitors and tourists in the province Bohol and to accommodate the growing population and visitors and giving them choices and more variety, new shopping centers in Bohol were developed. Some of the popular original shopping centers include Alturas Supermarket and Bohol Quality or BQ Mall. Both shopping centers remains strong and favorite among the locals. With the continued growth of the province as one of the must-visit place in the Philippines, more shopping centers or malls have risen to new locations in Bohol like Marcella in Cogon District and Island City Mall in Dao District. These malls are big, busy, and crowded enough in comparison to some of the metropolitan giant malls in both Manila and Cebu like Shoe Mart (SM) and Robinsons Galleria.

In Bohol Philippines, there are sight-seeing, foods, and shopping! With all three combined, that is definitely what you call a vacation.

Note: Photo above was taken outside in the side building of Island City Mall in Dao District Tagbilaran City, Philippines.

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Kauai Hawaii Waterfalls

These were taken few years ago but I never got the chance to showcase these amazing scenery here in my blog. Read more about these waterfalls in Kauai Hawaii

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Chocolate Hills Steps and Walk Trails at Chocolate Hills Complex in Bohol Philippines

In the past, several years ago, the only way to go up to the  Chocolate Hills Complex upper observation deck is to take the 200+ steps. Climbing the steep inclined steps is definitely one of the most memorable area and thing to do in the complex. To reach the upper end of the almost endless stairs and reach the upper observation deck is quite rewarding, being able to see the chocolate hills view with no view distractions like trees and buildings. You can see the hills in 360 degrees viewing angle from there.  

The climbing part can get really tiring but there are rest stop balconies along the way, so you have a some area to catch your breath, relax, and enjoy the view in different parts of the hill.

Several years ago its hard to imagine any other way to get to the observation deck but the existing stairs. Thats why its impressive when the Chocolate Hills management added the zigzag pattern walking trails on the side of the mountain that you can used as an alternative route to go up and down both to and from the observation deck. The cemented walk trail looks like its always been there since the beginning but for many years, its always just the steps to climb up and down from/to the observation deck.

Thank you for visiting my blog today and enjoying the pictures.