Here are a few more impressions from my hike to San Mateo Peak in early April. Few things are more soothing to the eye than the infinite variations of green in the chaparral in spring, accented by boulders, specks of light and shrubs in bloom.
Granitic boulders in chaparral landscape of the San Mateo Canyon Wilderness in Southern California's Santa Ana Mountains; April 2021.
Deep ravines provide enough moisture for tall trees to grow in the chaparral landscape of the San Mateo Canyon Wilderness in Southern California's Santa Ana Mountains; April 2021.
Waves in chaparral landscape of the San Mateo Canyon Wilderness in Southern California's Santa Ana Mountains; April 2021.
Light and shadow on chaparral landscape of the San Mateo Canyon Wilderness in Southern California's Santa Ana Mountains; April 2021.
Spring in the chaparral landscape of the San Mateo Canyon Wilderness in Southern California's Santa Ana Mountains; April 2021.
More to come… have a good start into the week.
Love Every Green You Are!
Yes, these combinations certainly keep the eyes occupied, the mind entertained and are pleasing. Nice group of photos. The chaparral landscape in spring is much greener than I would have thought, but then I’ve never experienced it in person and I believe most photos of it I’ve seen were later in the season.
I love getting to know your part of the country through your loving eyes.
You’re a Green Machine, Alex!
Magical landscape beautifully photographed. I LOVE the variety of greens this time of year. I was noticing it today in my own area. The rocks had me doing a triple-take.