Best Spots in Colorado for Leaf Peeping & Fall Foliage

It’s almost that time of year.  If you’ve experienced the fall colors in Colorado before you know that they typically peak in late September to early October. The challenge is always that the timing can vary based on elevation, weather patterns, and a million other factors.  

For the best chance of seeing fall foliage at its peak, plan your trip in late September to early October. Just know that peak viewing times can vary depending on where you are in the state.  Here’s a rough estimate of the best times to visit certain locations to see the changing colors, happy leaf peeping and beware of traffic during peak season!  

Plus, if you’ve ever accidentally ended up on a road in the middle of nowhere during peak leaf season and encountered an unexpected line of traffic as far as the eye can see, I see you.

Sept 15 - Sept 30
 
>> Steamboat Springs
>> Rocky Mountain National Park
>> Flat Tops

Sept 20 - Oct 1

>> Vail
>> Summit County
>> Crested Butte
>> Aspen 

Sept 25 - Oct 5

>> Telluride
>> Durango

Oct 15 - 31

>> Denver

Oct 20 - Nov 7

>> Colorado Springs
>> Western Slope

p.s. Headed to Aspen and you’re a Colorado resident? Make sure to ask Hotel Jerome if they have the locals or anniversary rate available for your stay!

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Michelle Fitzgerald
Real Estate Broker, Realtor®

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