Most people are surprised to learn that Texas boasts some incredible fall foliage. That's right - the Lone Star State isn't all rolling pastures and oppressive humidity! If you're interested in doing some leaf peeping this year, it's important to know when the foliage will peak in various parts of the state. SmokyMountains.com has taken all the guesswork out of it with their interactive fall foliage map, so all you have to do is plan out your adventures and enjoy the views.
If you've been asking the all-important question of when fall foliage will peak in Texas this year, save yourself hours of research (or, even worse, a wasted trip) and use the interactive tool at SmokyMountains.com instead.
This handy map features a do-it-yourself slider that lets you see exactly when the leaves will be at their most spectacular in any given area of the state. Pictured here are the predictions for September 20 - Texas has only just started to exhibit signs of fall.
By the week of October 25, the uppermost northwestern corner of the Panhandle has begun to peak.
This would be a great time to visit Palo Duro Canyon. Since the area is dominated by red rocks, most people don't associate the state park with fall, but that's a huge mistake.
Here's a glimpse into the pure magic that is fall in the canyon.
There are over 30 miles of trails to embark on, so rest assured you'll get to do plenty of leaf-peeping during your visit.
As we head into early and mid-November, peak season has arrived for the iconic Texas Hill Country region.
This means some of the most popular autumn destinations, including Garner State Park in Concan, will be absolute fall fairytales.
This is what Garner State Park looks like after its leaves have fully turned.
It looks more like New England than Texas, don't you think?
Lost Maples State Natural Area is another fall favorite, its meandering trails dotted with crimson, honey, and rich amber hues that promise to leave you breathless.
Don't forget to stop by Love Creek Orchards/The Apple Store on your way home for some freshly baked apple goodies!
Click here to view the map and try out the interactive tool for yourself. While things may not pan out this way to a T - as you probably well know, Mother Nature has a mind of her own - the Smoky Mountains predictions are usually fairly spot-on. Even better, the map will be updated mid-season for improved accuracy. Here, you'll find a list of Smoky Mountains' favorite places to see fall foliage in all 50 states - Lost Maples made their list, too!
Will you be utilizing the Smoky Mountains map for your leaf-peeping adventures this year? Where are your favorite spots in Texas to view the changing leaves? Tell us your thoughts in the comments section below, then check out our previous article for some of our top picks.
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