Fall has arrived, and with the cooler air and shorter days come the vivid autumn hues. If you’re in search of an autumnal vista this fall, SpotHero is here to help you find your ultimate leaf peeping spot!
Leaf Peeping Season
Fall foliage depends on a number of factors, such as the part of the country, the weather, and the altitude. Generally, the North American fall foliage season ranges from mid-September to late October. You can check out these interactive maps to see when peak foliage is expected throughout the U.S. and select parts of Canada (Ontario and Quebec).
Check below to learn about the best times to enjoy fall hues throughout North America, and popular destinations for fall fanatics:
Eastern Provinces & Ontario
Peak Season: Late September to Mid-October
Popular leaf peeping spots: Smith Falls, ON, Cape Breton, NS, Mont Tremblant, QC
New England & Mid-Atlantic
Peak Season: Late September to Mid-October
Popular leaf peeping spots: Hudson, NY, The Berkshires, MA, Bucks County, PA, Stowe, VT
The Southeast & South Atlantic
Peak season: Mid to Late October
Popular leaf peeping spots: Charlottesville, VA, Eastern Shore, MD, Highlands, NC, Amicalola Falls State Park, GA
The Midwest & Ozark Highlands Region
Peak Season: Early to Mid-October
Popular leaf peeping spots: Harbor Springs, MI, Ozark National Forest, AR, Chattanooga, TN, Lake Geneva, WI
The Southwest & Mountain Region
Peak season: Early October to Early November
Popular leaf peeping spots: Breckenridge, CO, Salt Lake City, UT, Cheyenne, WY, Taos, NM
Pacific & Pacific Northwest
Peak Season: Early to Late October
Popular leaf peeping spots: Mt. Rainier, WA, Lake Tahoe, CA, Eugene, OR
Western Provinces
Peak season: Late September to Mid October
Popular leaf peeping spots: Vancouver, BC, Banff National Park, AB, Saskatoon, SK
Happy Fall!