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Illinois fall foliage
Among the 2 Illinois destinations we currently track, typical peak runs from about October 16 around Galena (610 ft) to about October 22 around Chicago (600 ft).
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Illinois fall foliage map
- Mostly green
- Starting to turn
- Moderate color
- Near peak
- Peak color
- Past peak
- Leaves down
Dots show the 2 Illinois destinations we track, colored by today’s estimated stage. Select one for its forecast, or open the full foliage map to check any city or ZIP code.
Peak calendar
Bars show the typical best-viewing window for each destination. The dark mark is the typical peak. The last column shows today’s estimated status.
Trees behind the color
Common questions
When is peak fall foliage in Illinois?
Among the 2 Illinois destinations we currently track, typical peak runs from about October 16 around Galena (610 ft) to about October 22 around Chicago (600 ft). Timing can shift by about a week in either direction depending on the weather.
Where does fall color peak first in Illinois?
Galena is usually first among the Illinois destinations we track, with peak around October 16. Higher and more northern spots turn before lower and more southern ones.
Where is the latest fall color in Illinois?
Chicago usually peaks last, around October 22.
What trees give Illinois its fall color?
The biggest contributors at the destinations we track include sugar maple, northern red oak, bur oak, and shagbark hickory.
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