Thursday, September 13, 2007
White Rock, AR
Just after this last cold front swept the area clean of the humidity and the clouds I had the opportunity to see the views from White Rock, AR. I must say that they far superseded my expectations. I knew they would be good with an elevation of nearly 2400' but, WOW, they most certainly take your breath away and if you get close to the edge you might not get it back. The cliffs drop hundreds of feet in places. If you take your kids I would definitely put them on a leash!
I've been told that the views from White Rock during peak leaf season are spectacular. I'll have to make a return a trip. So, when should we expect to peak? Check out the map below.
AREA ONE: The Ozark Mountain region begins its color change at the end of September and early October, with the black gums taking on brilliant red tones. The peak usually occurs in late October.
AREA TWO: The Ouachitas and Arkansas River Valley take on color within a week or so following the Ozarks, beginning in early to mid October. Early November is normally the peak time for this area.
AREA THREE: The Delta (east) and Gulf Coastal Plain (south) are usually transformed by early to mid-November.
*Note the map just represents average peaks. There are many fluctuations, including; soil moisture content, temperature and humidity.
Check out this link, http://www.arkansas.com/calendar/fall_foliage_pg1.asp, to monitor this years progression.
Posted by Ted Zarras at 7:07 PM
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