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California fall foliage
In a typical year, fall color in California peaks from about October 1 around Bishop Creek Canyon (8,500 ft) to about October 3 around June Lake (Eastern Sierra) (7,650 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.
Trees behind the color
Common questions
When is peak fall foliage in California?
In a typical year, fall color in California peaks from about October 1 around Bishop Creek Canyon (8,500 ft) to about October 3 around June Lake (Eastern Sierra) (7,650 ft). Timing can shift by about a week in either direction depending on the weather.
Where does fall color peak first in California?
Bishop Creek Canyon is usually first among the California destinations we track, with peak around October 1. Higher and more northern spots turn before lower and more southern ones.
Where is the latest fall color in California?
June Lake (Eastern Sierra) usually peaks last, around October 3. If you miss peak up high, head downhill or toward the coast.
What trees give California its fall color?
The biggest contributors here include quaking aspen, ginkgo, eastern cottonwood.
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