When And Where To Expect Idaho’s Fall Foliage To Peak This Year

 

It’s nearly the most colorful time of the year! Idaho’s magnificent fall foliage is always a highlight of the autumn season – it definitely makes saying goodbye to summer a little easier. As the leaves begin to change and show off their radiant autumnal hues, planning an adventure to see Idaho’s fall foliage is a must. Of course, timing is everything when it comes to catching those colorful fall colors, so read on to learn about when and where you can expect to see fall foliage at its peak in Idaho this upcoming season.

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According to the 2021 Fall Foliage Map, Idaho is just a few short weeks away from being covered in autumnal hues. Most of the Gem State will be in "partial" or "near peak" by the week of September 27.

If you visit the SmokyMountains website, you can use the interactive map to slide from week to week and see the predicted progression of fall. Similar to any meteorological forecast, leaf predictions are never 100% accurate. However, it definitely makes for a great start when planning for fall adventures!

The fall foliage map is super easy to use. Near peak and peak foliage are represented by red and maroon. The brown color indicates that an area is past peak for fall foliage.

Although parts of the state - like the very top of the panhandle - will begin peaking in September, it won't be until early October that most of the state will be covered in peak or near peak fall foliage. Beginning October 4th, you can expect to see colorful displays of yellow, red, and orange all around the state!

As is typical, Southern and Central Idaho will begin to show fall foliage first, with North Idaho following closely behind. By the week of October 11, most of the state will be in past peak while parts of the panhandle are at peak.

Idaho is as gorgeous as ever during the fall season, making it the perfect time to get out there and explore somewhere new. Our fall foliage road trip through Idaho is a great place to start if you're looking to visit some beautiful autumn landscapes.

The interactive map can be used for all sorts of purposes, as well. Whether you're planning a fall trip, a photo shoot, or some type of outdoor event, we think you'll find it useful for checking when the leaves will be at their most beautiful!

The predictions and the graphics in this article come from SmokyMountains.com, a travel brand that markets the Smoky Mountain region and hosts travelers in luxurious Gatlinburg cabins. They are focused on delivering incredible vacation
experiences for the millions of annual travelers to the regions and the fall leaf map is one of the ways they positively impact vacations. To learn more, be sure to visit their website!