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New Mexico fall foliage
In a typical year, fall color in New Mexico peaks from about October 7 around Taos (6,970 ft) to about October 7 around Santa Fe (7,200 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 New Mexico?
In a typical year, fall color in New Mexico peaks from about October 7 around Taos (6,970 ft) to about October 7 around Santa Fe (7,200 ft). Timing can shift by about a week in either direction depending on the weather.
Where does fall color peak first in New Mexico?
Taos is usually first among the New Mexico destinations we track, with peak around October 7. Higher and more northern spots turn before lower and more southern ones.
Where is the latest fall color in New Mexico?
Santa Fe usually peaks last, around October 7. If you miss peak up high, head downhill or toward the coast.
What trees give New Mexico its fall color?
The biggest contributors here include quaking aspen, eastern cottonwood, tamarack and larch.
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