There is something special about the fall. While I love the pumpkin patches and corn mazes, I hold a special place in my heart for fall foliage. While Nebraska may not be known for its fall foliage, it doesn’t mean you won’t find it around the state. In fact, if you time your outing just right, you can surround yourself with a sea of vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows. So, when do leaves change color in Nebraska in 2024? Well, this Nebraska fall foliage map 2024 by our friends at SmokyMountains.com gives us the answer:

While it is impossible to know with 100 percent accuracy when the leaves will change colors, the fall foliage map by SmokyMountains.com gives us a pretty good idea so you can start planning your autumn adventures.

SmokyMountains.com utilizes a refined data model that depends on a combination of factors, including historical temperature and precipitation, forecast temperature and precipitation, the type of tree known to be prominent in that geographic region, the historical trends in that area, and user data.

By the middle-to-end of October, the vibrant colors should arrive in full force and fall foliage in northern Nebraska will be at its peak. This is a wonderful time to visit Smith Falls State Park. With a waterfall, hiking, and fall foliage, it’s the perfect autumn day trip. This peak happens quickly; by Halloween, Nebraska will be past its prime, so be sure and plan your fall leaf peeping adventures for October!

I recommend a visit to Indian Cave State Park when fall foliage is at its peak. The views are incredible and you won't want to forget a camera! Platte River State Park is another destination you won’t want to miss when the leaves change colors. You could spend all day admiring the scenery surrounding you.

Sometimes you just don’t have the time to travel far and that’s okay. Gorgeous fall foliage can often be found right in the heart of the cities and towns in Nebraska.

Fall in Nebraska is truly delightful. It is easy to see why it is my favorite season of the year!

There’s no need to search online for “When do leaves change in Nebraska?” The above interactive map from SmokyMountains.com is a terrific resource - you can also view their recommendations for top fall foliage attractions in all 50 states!

Where do you love to view fall foliage in Nebraska? Do you the fall in Nebraska? Let us know in the comments. If you want to enjoy more colorful scenery around the Cornhusker State, check out this fall foliage road trip. Just make sure you check out our road trip packing list so you are prepared for anything that comes your way.