Eastern Sierra Fall Colors – Convict Lake
Two weekends ago I traveled to the Eastern Sierra to shoot the fall colors. Again, the Aspen trees did not disappoint. Using the Sacramento Bee’s website that has an great interactive page that highlights the fall color along that part of 395, I was able to determine the best places to visit in order to maximize my shooting.
On a quick side note about the Sacramento Bee’s website, I had the opportunity to actually meet the author of the website, David Henry, at the Morro Bay Photo Expo. He is also a Canon rep, but we can’t hold that against him. 
He makes the trip from Sacramento to the Eastern Sierra to visit every one of the spots he reports on and he does it every weekend. He is a very nice guy, if you get the chance to meet him, you are lucky. The photography world needs more people willing to give like Dave.
Last year, Convict Lake was the place I went and saw my first real fall colors. Just south of Mammoth, I saw a sign saying Convict Lake was only 2 miles up a small road and decided to visit. WOW! That was the only thing I could think to say. I went back this year and once again, the mountains with the lake at the base was great, but when you add in the bright yellow colors…
Convict Lake
I spent about two hours there taking pictures along the south shore. While there you are surrounded by fishermen. I tried to use them in some of my shots to show the environment, but this is the only one that I really like.
Fishing Convict Lake
I also tried to get some details of the area. I wanted to show how the leaves look while changing and the damage done to the aspens by woodpeckers or what I assume are woodpeckers.
Changing Leaves
Apsen Holes
The holes created by the woodpeckers also attract insects that want to use the sap for energy.
Five & One
Finally, I liked the details in this image of the Aspens at the far end of the lake.
Convict Lake with Sierra Details
You can view all of the images of the Sierra Nevada from my trip by clicking here: Sierra Nevada
Please feel free to leave a comment and let me know what you think.
Tags: Eastern Sierra, Fall Color, Hwy 395, Images, Photography
Love that last photo of Convict Lake Mark. I’m still bummed I didn’t make it out this year to the E. Sierras, but there’s always next year.
Thank you. Coming from you, that is quite a compliment. I’ve only started going to the Eastern Sierras recently and am in love with the area.