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Tennessee fall foliage
In a typical year, fall color in Tennessee peaks from about October 8 around Clingmans Dome (6,643 ft) to about November 4 around Memphis (340 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 Tennessee?
In a typical year, fall color in Tennessee peaks from about October 8 around Clingmans Dome (6,643 ft) to about November 4 around Memphis (340 ft). Timing can shift by about a week in either direction depending on the weather.
Where does fall color peak first in Tennessee?
Clingmans Dome is usually first among the Tennessee destinations we track, with peak around October 8. Higher and more northern spots turn before lower and more southern ones.
Where is the latest fall color in Tennessee?
Memphis usually peaks last, around November 4. If you miss peak up high, head downhill or toward the coast.
What trees give Tennessee its fall color?
The biggest contributors here include sugar maple, red maple, tulip tree, sassafras, black gum, flowering dogwood.
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