Foliage Report

Fall is here

When summer transitions to winter in the Whiteface Region it’s a sight to be seen. Take a deep breath of the crisp air and enjoy the vibrant views. The fall season starts early in the mountains and typically peaks during the last two weeks of September.

The best activities for fall fun

Here are some popular ways to leaf peep in the Whiteface Region:

• Fishing the Ausable River, immersed in stunning mountains, is a hot spot in fall.
• Paddling, hiking, or road cycling and mountain biking, offer plenty of ways to get close to the colors of the Adirondacks.
• Try touring one of these scenic routes to experience fall's breathtaking beauty in the Whiteface Region!

2023 Fall Foliage Reports

October 16, 2023

• Percent of trees predicted to have changed by the coming weekend: 100%
• Brilliance: dull - most leaves have fallen, but some muted yellows, golds, and oranges remain
• Predominating colors: mostly bare trees, beeches keep their gold/brown leaves, and some late changers give pops of color
• Rating: past peak

October 9, 2023

• Percent of trees predicted to have changed by the coming weekend: 100%
• Brilliance: mixture of bright and dull
• Predominating colors: pockets of errant reds, larger quantities of lingering yellows and oranges, and areas of browned leaves and bare trees
• Rating: past peak

October 2, 2023

• Percent of trees predicted to have changed by the coming weekend: 100%
• Brilliance: mix of average and bright
• Predominating colors: bright reds, yellows, and oranges supported by deep oranges and golds
• Rating: peak

September 25, 2023

• Percent of trees predicted to have changed by the coming weekend: 85%
• Brilliance: mix of average and bright
• Predominating colors: deep purples, reds, and golds provide the base, with splashes of bright reds, yellows, and oranges
• Rating: near peak

September 18, 2023

• Percent of trees predicted to have changed by the coming weekend: 35%
• Brilliance: average
• Predominating colors: deep purples with muted reds and oranges; some greens are shifting to yellows and golds
• Rating: approaching mid-point

September 11, 2023

• Percent of trees predicted to have changed by the coming weekend: 10%
• Brilliance: dull
• Predominating colors: mostly green with some deep purples, reds and oranges starting to emerge
• Rating: just beginning