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Alabama fall foliage
In a typical year, fall color in Alabama peaks from about October 29 around Mentone (1,700 ft) to about November 5 around Birmingham (600 ft).
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Bars show the typical best-viewing window for each destination. The dark mark is the typical peak. The last column shows today’s status.
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Common questions
When is peak fall foliage in Alabama?
In a typical year, fall color in Alabama peaks from about October 29 around Mentone (1,700 ft) to about November 5 around Birmingham (600 ft). Timing can shift by about a week in either direction depending on the weather.
Where does fall color peak first in Alabama?
Mentone is usually first among the Alabama destinations we track, with peak around October 29. Higher and more northern spots turn before lower and more southern ones.
Where is the latest fall color in Alabama?
Birmingham usually peaks last, around November 5. If you miss peak up high, head downhill or toward the coast.
What trees give Alabama its fall color?
The biggest contributors here include sweetgum, red maple, flowering dogwood, black gum, tulip tree, white oak.
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