Sep 1Dec 31
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.
California Fall Foliage
Peak foliage runs from Sep 29 to Nov 20, based on years of fall color records. Explore 32 locations.
Peak Range
Sep 29 – Nov 20
Dominant Trees
Western Oak
46% deciduous
At a glance
19 places have a dated peak, from Sep 29 at Hope Valley & Carson Pass to Nov 20 at Bidwell Park. Half of them peak between Oct 25 and Nov 10.
Western / oak is the main forest type at 14 of the 19 places with forest data.
Best-measured dated places
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