San Angelo State Park Photos

Not much happening today so to symbolize the hike, a lonely tree. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Rain from a few weeks ago and the warmer than normal weather has fooled the Bee Brush to bloom for the FIFTH time this year - the plant puts out a pleasant smell to be sure. (Photo by MikeHikes)

I've seen wasps attack caterpillars and spiders but never a grasshopper. Don't know if it was a successful attack or not. (Photo by MikeHikes)

This nest near Bell's Point was less than an arm's length from the trail - be aware of your surroundings! (Photo by MikeHikes)

Saw many pairs of birds today - this pair was seen at the beginning of my hike. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Many of the trails in the southern portion of the park are rocky like this. Of course, some trails like Winding Snake, are mostly dirt. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Most of the park's trails are in the open with lots of sky but few trees and little shade. (Photo by MikeHikes)

One of the two fawns I spotted at the beginning of my hike. (Photo by MikeHikes)

What was once an uncommon bird has become very common. I see the Painted Bunting at more locations in the park on nearly every hike. A very beautiful bird! (Photo by MikeHikes)

While on Tasajilla Flats this grey fox saw me first and took off through the brush. (Photo by MikeHikes)

First Horned Toad of 2017. Would not move until after I stepped over him when he moved a few feet to some greenery. Be cautious where you put your feet when hiking! (Photo by MikeHikes)

As can be seen, this portion of the trail has been groomed and is easy to see as well as traverse. Very nice! (Photo by MikeHikes)

One of the numerous Kingbirds I saw today. (Photo by MikeHikes)

This roadrunner ran in front of me on the Tasajilla Flats trail. He'd occasionally turn and squawk at me for having the nerve to follow him. (Photo by MikeHikes)

A Scissortail Flycatcher just lifted off from the branch. Nice to see them back in the park. (Photo by MikeHikes)

High winds kept most of the birds out of the air. This guy popped up from the ground and posed for my camera. Once I took the photo, he jumped back down. (Photo by MikeHikes)

This was the first cactus flower I saw this year. Further down the trail, I saw more but there were still lots of unopened flowers on the cactus pads. (Photo by MikeHikes)

A view of the North Concho River that feeds O.C. Fisher Lake (or reservoir). When the river is full and flows normally, the large rocks are submerged. Just shows we're still in a serious drought! (Photo by MikeHikes)

I never tire of photographing these colorful birds! (Photo by MikeHikes)

Saw this solitary Hummingbird Moth on Dinosaur Trail at the beginning of my hike. VERY spry and fast moving! I took numerous pictures but this is one of two that were any good. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Saw him on Tasajilla Flats - his very bright red color caught my eye. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Numerous calves are present so give them, and their parents, a wide berth. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Although not as fragrant as a it was a few weeks ago, there are still enough agarita in bloom to scent the air. (Photo by MikeHikes)

He was a ways off but easy to identify. Saw two males and one female near Bell's Trail head. (Photo by MikeHikes)