Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens - November 2012

Took a trip to visit Oak Creek Canyon in Northern Arizona the first week of November. I was hoping to see the fall foliage but was surprised that so few trees have turned color. Still it was a nice trip. As well, the Phoenix Botanical Gardens had a Monarch Butterfly Exhibition going on and visited that as well.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
The Oak Creek Canyon creek. With the winter melt, this canyon fills up with water that flows south past Sedona, Cottonwood, and other small towns.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
Fall is finally beginning to appear in northern Arizona. I expected more fall foliage to show but we've had a warm fall delaying the turning of the color of…
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
At the top of Oak Creek Canyon.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
At the top of the canyon. It was a beautiful crisp day.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
Oak Creek Canyon. This shot points towards Sedona.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
A photo of a side creek that merges with the main one.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
The winding road that takes one through the Oak Creek Canyon from and to Sedona and Flagstaff.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
Another view of the canyon.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
At the entrance of the Phoenix Botanical Gardens. Part of the Camelback Mountains in the background.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
Plaque describing an art exhibit by Philip Hass showcasing the four seasons.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
Spring.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
Summer.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
Autumn.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
Winter.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
Close up of Spring.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
Close up of Summer with Winter in the background.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
Close up of Autumn.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
Winter side view.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
Glass artwork by Dale Chihuly.
Oak Creek Canyon and Botanical Gardens
Close up of Dale Chihuly artwork.