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Georgia fall foliage
In a typical year, fall color in Georgia peaks from about October 30 around Helen (1,440 ft) to about November 2 around Atlanta (1,050 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 Georgia?
In a typical year, fall color in Georgia peaks from about October 30 around Helen (1,440 ft) to about November 2 around Atlanta (1,050 ft). Timing can shift by about a week in either direction depending on the weather.
Where does fall color peak first in Georgia?
Helen is usually first among the Georgia destinations we track, with peak around October 30. Higher and more northern spots turn before lower and more southern ones.
Where is the latest fall color in Georgia?
Atlanta usually peaks last, around November 2. If you miss peak up high, head downhill or toward the coast.
What trees give Georgia its fall color?
The biggest contributors here include sugar maple, red maple, tulip tree, sassafras, black gum, flowering dogwood.
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