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Minnesota fall foliage
In a typical year, fall color in Minnesota peaks from about September 18 around Ely (1,420 ft) to about October 4 around Minneapolis (830 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 Minnesota?
In a typical year, fall color in Minnesota peaks from about September 18 around Ely (1,420 ft) to about October 4 around Minneapolis (830 ft). Timing can shift by about a week in either direction depending on the weather.
Where does fall color peak first in Minnesota?
Ely is usually first among the Minnesota destinations we track, with peak around September 18. Higher and more northern spots turn before lower and more southern ones.
Where is the latest fall color in Minnesota?
Minneapolis usually peaks last, around October 4. If you miss peak up high, head downhill or toward the coast.
What trees give Minnesota its fall color?
The biggest contributors here include sugar maple, red maple, quaking aspen, paper birch, tamarack and larch, northern red oak.
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