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Massachusetts fall foliage
In a typical year, fall color in Massachusetts peaks from about October 14 around Lenox (1,200 ft) to about October 28 around Hyannis (Cape Cod) (30 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 Massachusetts?
In a typical year, fall color in Massachusetts peaks from about October 14 around Lenox (1,200 ft) to about October 28 around Hyannis (Cape Cod) (30 ft). Timing can shift by about a week in either direction depending on the weather.
Where does fall color peak first in Massachusetts?
Lenox is usually first among the Massachusetts destinations we track, with peak around October 14. Higher and more northern spots turn before lower and more southern ones.
Where is the latest fall color in Massachusetts?
Hyannis (Cape Cod) usually peaks last, around October 28. If you miss peak up high, head downhill or toward the coast.
What trees give Massachusetts its fall color?
The biggest contributors here include sugar maple, red maple, paper birch, northern red oak, american beech, staghorn sumac.
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