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Fall foliage by state

Typical peak dates for 161 fall color destinations in 40 states and D.C. Dates show the typical range of peak across each state’s destinations. For a region-by-region guide, see the best places for fall foliage.

2026 foliage season

New England

New York & Mid-Atlantic

Southeast

Midwest & Great Lakes

Plains & Texas

The West

First to peak

These destinations usually reach peak color earliest in the season.

DestinationSep 1Oct 1Nov 1Estimated today
Ely, MNPeak Sep 18 · best Sep 17–Sep 25
Peak Sep 18
Kenosha Pass, COPeak Sep 24 · best Sep 22–Sep 30
Peak Sep 24
Grand Marais, MNPeak Sep 26 · best Sep 24–Oct 2
Peak Sep 26
Copper Harbor, MIPeak Sep 26 · best Sep 25–Oct 3
Peak Sep 26
Minocqua, WIPeak Sep 27 · best Sep 25–Oct 3
Peak Sep 27
Crested Butte, COPeak Sep 28 · best Sep 27–Oct 5
Peak Sep 28
Duluth, MNPeak Sep 28 · best Sep 27–Oct 5
Peak Sep 28
Telluride, COPeak Sep 30 · best Sep 28–Oct 6
Peak Sep 30

National parks and forests

Peak dates by elevation, today’s estimated status, and where to see the color in national parks, national forests, and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Scenic drives

Typical peak dates, stops, and today’s estimated status along classic fall drives, from the Kancamagus Highway to the Mohawk Trail. See the scenic drive guides.