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.

Illinois Fall Foliage

Peak foliage runs from Oct 21 to Nov 11, based on years of fall color records. Explore 14 locations.

Peak Range
Oct 21 – Nov 11
Dominant Trees
Oak Hickory
96% deciduous

At a glance

14 places have a dated peak, from Oct 21 at Galena to Nov 11 at Lincoln Park. Half of them peak between Oct 24 and Oct 28.

Oak / hickory is the main forest type at 13 of the 14 places with forest data.

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