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Washington fall foliage

In a typical year, fall color in Washington peaks from about October 15 around Leavenworth (1,170 ft) to about October 30 around Seattle (150 ft).

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Peak calendar

Bars show the typical best-viewing window for each destination. The dark mark is the typical peak. The last column shows today’s status.

DestinationSep 1Oct 1Nov 1Today
LeavenworthPeak Oct 15 · best Oct 13–Oct 21
Peak Oct 15
SeattlePeak Oct 30 · best Oct 29–Nov 6
Peak Oct 30

Trees behind the color

Common questions

When is peak fall foliage in Washington?

In a typical year, fall color in Washington peaks from about October 15 around Leavenworth (1,170 ft) to about October 30 around Seattle (150 ft). Timing can shift by about a week in either direction depending on the weather.

Where does fall color peak first in Washington?

Leavenworth is usually first among the Washington 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 Washington?

Seattle usually peaks last, around October 30. If you miss peak up high, head downhill or toward the coast.

What trees give Washington its fall color?

The biggest contributors here include tamarack and larch, quaking aspen, ginkgo.

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