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Missouri fall foliage
In a typical year, fall color in Missouri peaks from about October 27 around Kansas City (900 ft) to about October 31 around Branson (720 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 Missouri?
In a typical year, fall color in Missouri peaks from about October 27 around Kansas City (900 ft) to about October 31 around Branson (720 ft). Timing can shift by about a week in either direction depending on the weather.
Where does fall color peak first in Missouri?
Kansas City is usually first among the Missouri destinations we track, with peak around October 27. Higher and more northern spots turn before lower and more southern ones.
Where is the latest fall color in Missouri?
Branson usually peaks last, around October 31. If you miss peak up high, head downhill or toward the coast.
What trees give Missouri its fall color?
The biggest contributors here include sugar maple, red maple, shagbark hickory, white oak, sassafras, white ash.
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