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Coming Fall 2025
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We're once again helping fall foliage enthusiasts in Kentucky find the best fall color! Use our map to explore the estimated timing of fall color throughout the state, allowing you to plan trips with confidence this year. Check back regularly for updates based on the latest reports gathered from hundreds of sources throughout the region.
Kentucky’s fall foliage transforms the state with a vibrant mix of colors, as maples blaze in bright reds, oaks and hickories add warm oranges and yellows, and sycamores glow golden across its rolling hills and river valleys. From the rugged beauty of Red River Gorge to the serene woodlands of the Daniel Boone National Forest, each region offers a unique display shaped by local trees and crisp Appalachian air. Use our map to find the best times and spots for peak color, whether you’re hiking in Cumberland Falls State Park or driving through the Bluegrass countryside.