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State foresters predict Connecticut will have a magnificent foliage season this year with vibrant colors. Better yet, Connecticut’s foliage season typically runs longer compared to northern New England states, offering travelers even more opportunities to see and experience the autumn beauty.
According to Christopher Martin, Director/State Forester, Division of Forestry, Bureau of Natural Resources, DEEP, “ Dry conditions will cause trees to start their annual fall/winter shut down during September and will be especially noticeable on thin soil ledgy areas. The maples, birches, hickories, and yellow poplar will lead the color parade with oaks and beeches waiting later to October. In a normal or wetter year, the trees tend to change color together however this year with the stresses brought on by drought individual tree characteristics will be more prominent and longer lasting. September precipitation and overnight cooler temperatures will determine the final outcome.”
DEEP’s website provides a wealth of information detailing where foliage is peaking, and suggestions on where to hike bike or drive to take in the magnificent fall colors. These include:
Where To View Fall Foliage In CT (lists scenic views and hiking locations)
The Colors Of Fall (describes what colors different trees turn)
Peak foliage timeframes: The leaves will change in the northern parts of the state first, around Columbus Day, and then move down into the valleys and down toward the shore. Here are estimated peak foliage timeframes for each section:
Connecticut Northwest/Northeast Corners: October 3 – 8
Connecticut Eastern and Western Mid-State Counties: October 16 – 23
Shoreline and lower Connecticut River Valley: October 24 – November 6
For more info please visit: https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/Forestry/Foliage/Connecticuts-Fall-Foliage
The “Visit CT” website lists a few suggested driving “loops” to get you safely out and about during prime leaf peeping season. Be sure to program your mapping app, or set your gps, for an amazing drive through the wonders of fall in Connecticut.
Visit https://www.ctvisit.com/articles/top-fall-foliage-drives-in-connecticut or https://www.ctvisit.com/articles/connecticuts-foliage-tracker
Looking for some fall foliage in your own backyard? Check out TownAppeal’s Parks and Open Space directories:
Brookfield: https://townappeal.com/brookfield/business-tags/open-spaces/
Bridgewater: https://townappeal.com/bridgewater/business-tags/open-spaces/
Roxbury: https://townappeal.com/roxbury/business-tags/open-spaces/
Looking for more fall activities? Be sure to check out our Fall Activities Blog: https://townappeal.com/brookfield/2020/09/01/fall-events-in-connecticut/
State foresters predict Connecticut will have a magnificent foliage season this year with vibrant colors. Better yet, Connecticut’s foliage season typically runs longer compared to northern New England states, offering travelers even more opportunities to see and experience the autumn beauty.
According to Christopher Martin, Director/State Forester, Division of Forestry, Bureau of Natural Resources, DEEP, “ Dry conditions will cause trees to start their annual fall/winter shut down during September and will be especially noticeable on thin soil ledgy areas. The maples, birches, hickories, and yellow poplar will lead the color parade with oaks and beeches waiting later to October. In a normal or wetter year, the trees tend to change color together however this year with the stresses brought on by drought individual tree characteristics will be more prominent and longer lasting. September precipitation and overnight cooler temperatures will determine the final outcome."
DEEP's website provides a wealth of information detailing where foliage is peaking, and suggestions on where to hike bike or drive to take in the magnificent fall colors. These include:
Where To View Fall Foliage In CT (lists scenic views and hiking locations)
The Colors Of Fall (describes what colors different trees turn)
Peak foliage timeframes: The leaves will change in the northern parts of the state first, around Columbus Day, and then move down into the valleys and down toward the shore. Here are estimated peak foliage timeframes for each section:
Connecticut Northwest/Northeast Corners: October 3 – 8
Connecticut Eastern and Western Mid-State Counties: October 16 - 23
Shoreline and lower Connecticut River Valley: October 24 - November 6
For more info please visit: https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/Forestry/Foliage/Connecticuts-Fall-Foliage
The "Visit CT" website lists a few suggested driving “loops” to get you safely out and about during prime leaf peeping season. Be sure to program your mapping app, or set your gps, for an amazing drive through the wonders of fall in Connecticut.
Visit https://www.ctvisit.com/articles/top-fall-foliage-drives-in-connecticut or https://www.ctvisit.com/articles/connecticuts-foliage-tracker
Looking for some fall foliage in your own backyard? Check out TownAppeal's Parks and Open Space directories:
Brookfield: https://townappeal.com/brookfield/business-tags/open-spaces/
Bridgewater: https://townappeal.com/bridgewater/business-tags/open-spaces/
Roxbury: https://townappeal.com/roxbury/business-tags/open-spaces/
Looking for more fall activities? Be sure to check out our Fall Activities Blog: https://townappeal.com/brookfield/2020/09/01/fall-events-in-connecticut/