San Angelo State Park Photos

I wouldn't be surprised if a nest appears in this tree sometime in the near future. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Interesting scene of airplane contrails and no upper winds. (Photo by MikeHikes)

As can be seen at the North Scenic Loop, there is water in the North Concho River which feeds into the reservoir. Also note the abundance of green algae in the water - not a good thing! (Photo by MikeHikes)

Almost all of the flowers I saw today were yellow. Can't wait to see the cactus in bloom as well! (Photo by MikeHikes)

It was a very nice day at the park! (Photo by MikeHikes)

The only agarita bush in bloom in the whole park -VERY early in my opinion. (Photo by MikeHikes)

There used to be a fairly large colony of Robins who stayed year round near Shady Trail. They all disappeared a few years ago but today, I spotted five Robins; perhaps they'll return and establish a new colony. (Photo by MikeHikes)

I can't tell what kind of sparrow this is but he watched me take his picture then he jumped back in the brush and disappeared. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Not the best photo but it is a Crested Caracara. (Photo by MikeHikes)

A composite photo of an American Kestrel spotted today. He was flying away from me as I hiked. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Looking North by Northwest from Bell's Cross on top of the Big Hill. As can be seen, there isn't much color this time of year. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Been awhile since I've seen a Bluebird at the park. This was one of two that were chittering in the tree as I approached. I got the picture then they took off. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Although it is Fall, the vegetation is still mostly green - of course, there are always a few exceptions. (Photo by MikeHikes)

A few Monarchs are around but the majority have already migrated; LOTS of other butterflies are still in the park! (Photo by MikeHikes)

This view of the North Concho River is on the North Scenic Loop. Normally, there is a small pond at the bottom of the drop-off. Instead, the water level is much higher; a welcome abundance as it flows to O.C. Fisher Lake. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Watched a "swirl" of these gulls as they circled above O.C. Fisher Reservoir (at 8% capacity). Not much water in the lake but enough for the gulls to make a the park a rest stop on their way south. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Raining steadily when I arrived at Cougar Lookout. I noticed a Turkey Vulture and Loggerhead Shrike both patiently waiting in this dead tree. After about 15 minutes, the rain stopped and the Loggerhead flew away. (Photo by MikeHikes)

The majority of trails at the park are very visible and easy to traverse. A significant percentage are like this piece of Lanky Lackey. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Fortunately for the butterfly, the recent rains have caused the Bee Brush to bloom and provide some food. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Never tire of smelling the vanilla scent of the Bee Brush while hiking!!!!!! (Photo by MikeHikes)

The male caught my eye when he flew to the tree and upon closer inspection, I saw his mate in the lower right of the photo. (Photo by MikeHikes)

On the Chaparral Trail, this Roadrunner was catching some shade with a grasshopper in his beak. As I approached, he ducked into a bush with his lunch. (Photo by MikeHikes)

This spider was spotted under the table at Bell's Point. Be careful where you sit! (Photo by MikeHikes)

A solitary dove perched on a dead mesquite branch - a good symbol for today's hike. (Photo by MikeHikes)