The predicted color stage on the selected date, modelled from years of fall color records. A forecast, not a live observation.When each area's color is predicted to peak this season. The date doesn't change this view.

Fall foliage near Apache County, Arizona

Explore locations and scenic byways near Apache County, Arizona.

In Apache County

Over 3 hours

Scenic driveSan Juan Skyway Scenic and Historic Byway278 mi · 5 hr 46 minA 236-mile loop through golden aspen groves in late September, connecting the historic towns of Durango, Silverton, and Ouray. It includes the 'Million Dollar Highway', known for its steep drop-offs and mountain views.Scenic driveGrand Mesa Scenic and Historic Byway453 mi · 10 hr 4 minWildflower meadows and forests of shimmering aspen that turn gold in the fall.Scenic driveFrontier Pathways Scenic and Historic Byway560 mi · 10 hr 59 minRugged mountains and clusters of golden aspen.West Fork Trail203 mi · 4 hr 27 minPeak: Mid OctoberHighway 89A205 mi · 4 hr 28 minPeak: Late OctoberRed Rock Crossing239 mi · 4 hr 59 minPeak: Mid NovemberVerde Valley (Dead Horse Ranch State Park)244 mi · 5 hr 6 minPeak: Early NovemberMount Lemmon (Santa Catalina Mountains)231 mi · 6 hr 19 minPeak: Mid OctoberStatus: Peak color

Driving distance and time by road from Apache County.

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Planning Your Trip to Apache County

From Apache County you can reach 9 fall color locations and 0 scenic byways in Arizona, for day trips that range from a one-hour hike to a full-day drive.

When to Visit

Across the destinations we track around Apache County, peak color has historically landed in Late October, measured from years of fall color records at those spots.

Highlights around Apache County

How we know when Apache County peaks

Each date above comes from years of fall color records at that specific spot, checked against what observers on the ground saw — not a regional average wearing a local name. Where a location has no usable observations of its own, we withhold the date and point you somewhere nearby that does.