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LEAF-LOOKERS Guide

New York Autumn Leaves
Leaf-Lookers Guide

Upstate New York is a kaleidoscope of color from mid September through the end of October. From the Allegany State Park in the west, through the Finger Lakes region to the Adirondack and Catskill Mountains in the east, you have so much to chose from it will take years to see it all.

Leaf-lookers can expect to see a lot of orange and red on the sumacs and maples. The white ash turns a deep, dark purple while the black ash shows a beautiful yellow as though trying to compete with the bright yellow of the poplars. The beech and birch trees are yellow, or dull orange or, sometimes, an almost red.

Each week during fall, I©NY® issues reports detailing the progression of colorful fall foliage across the New York based upon information filed by the State’s officially designated “leaf peepers.” These fall foliage spotters are instructed on how to rate foliage color in their areas, citing conditions such as brilliance, percentage of leaves changed, predominating colors and stages (just beginning, near peak, peak and past peak). I©NY® compiles its weekly reports based upon information called in by the spotters. To view the current report, go to REPORT.

Most accommodations are 'booked up' during the leaf season. If you haven't made your hotel/motel reservations yet we have included access to an on-line reservation system for your convenience. There are many communities with excellent accommodations in New York. A New York map is available at reserv-net.net. Just click on the community of choice. A list of accommodations will then appear. Select from the list to make your reservation. It is easy to make your reservation and save money, too.

Recommended Drives for Leaf-Lookers:

Western New York

Finger Lakes Region

Adirondack Mountains

Catskill Mountains

Harriman State Park

 

Chart of Leaf Colors

The U.S. Forest service has a special, toll-free, number for leaf-lookers.
Phone for peak dates and other information: 1-800-354-4595

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