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Virginia fall foliage
In a typical year, fall color in Virginia peaks from about October 15 around Skyland (Shenandoah NP) (3,680 ft) to about November 2 around Richmond (170 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 Virginia?
In a typical year, fall color in Virginia peaks from about October 15 around Skyland (Shenandoah NP) (3,680 ft) to about November 2 around Richmond (170 ft). Timing can shift by about a week in either direction depending on the weather.
Where does fall color peak first in Virginia?
Skyland (Shenandoah NP) is usually first among the Virginia destinations we track, with peak around October 15. Higher and more northern spots turn before lower and more southern ones.
Where is the latest fall color in Virginia?
Richmond usually peaks last, around November 2. If you miss peak up high, head downhill or toward the coast.
What trees give Virginia its fall color?
The biggest contributors here include sugar maple, red maple, tulip tree, sassafras, black gum, flowering dogwood.
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