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Leaf Peeker's Guide To America's Fall Foliage

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Here's your How-To, Where-To guide to plan a fall foliage tour to see the leaf color changing. Most of the US is open for viewing.

Fall foliage vacations and foliage tours are a big thing in the travel business, but most families don't have to travel far or plan a complex route to see the leaves changing near their home. Roadtrips to view the beautiful colors of autumn are happening throughout the country, and families who plan ahead can have a front row view of this annual event.

Fall travel can be easily planned, and you may find a fall festival along the way. The following states and regions are so proud of their fall foliage and leaf "peeping" or leaf "peeking" (or even leaf "peaking") season, that they have established several resources to help you determine when the leaves change. Take advantage of telephone Hot Lines, up-to-the-minute websites, or contact their tourism offices. These folks are ready to advise travelers on current local conditions of foliage and estimated Peak Leaf Peeking in their area.

Use this leaf guide as the basis for understanding what fall foliage your family may see on an autumn adventure. Once you decide on your destination, check the tourism office sites to find accommodations in your budget range.

Travel Tip: You may have to book a room several weeks in advance of the leaves turning, but over the years, these fall leaves forecasts have been pretty accurate. Once you hit the road, keep in mind that this is a very popular activity, and you may well be stuck behind a huge tour bus on a narrow mountain road for longer than your back seat crew can tolerate. Be sure to pack snacks and beverages for the car, and cameras, batteries and zip-loc baggies for leaf collection.

Here's FTF's guide to the key leaf peeking states (some phone numbers may operate only seasonally), as well as a list of the striking leaf colors you can expect from the most common deciduous trees:

Expect Walnut, Butternut, Catalpa, Elm, Hickory, Linden, Sycamore, Grey Birch, and Oak Trees to turn brilliant shades of rust, green and yellow. The oak leaf and elm leaf are especially easy to recognize.
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