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New York fall foliage
In a typical year, fall color in New York peaks from about October 2 around Lake Placid (1,860 ft) to about October 31 around New York City (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.
Trees behind the color
Common questions
When is peak fall foliage in New York?
In a typical year, fall color in New York peaks from about October 2 around Lake Placid (1,860 ft) to about October 31 around New York City (30 ft). Timing can shift by about a week in either direction depending on the weather.
Where does fall color peak first in New York?
Lake Placid is usually first among the New York destinations we track, with peak around October 2. Higher and more northern spots turn before lower and more southern ones.
Where is the latest fall color in New York?
New York City usually peaks last, around October 31. If you miss peak up high, head downhill or toward the coast.
What trees give New York 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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