Fall Colors: Coming Soon!

By: Claire Anderson

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It often seems that the beautiful red and gold hues of fall leaves are here and gone in the blink of an eye. Planning ahead and knowing the foliage timeline can help you make the most out of the fall colors and enjoy the beautiful landscapes around you. 

According to the Smoky Mountains Fall Foliage Prediction Map, the Chippewa Valley area will be in near peak and peak colors from October 9th to around October 21st. These dates may vary slightly depending on the amount of moisture in the soil, when we start getting frost, and the weather throughout the week. Typically warmer days and cooler nights encourage brighter colors! Keep an eye on the Fall Color Report Map for updated information and see when the colors in your region may be at its peak. 

Getting outside to experience the fall colors is essential to the fall experience. If you're looking for a more creative way to enjoy the fall weather, try your hand at crafts that utilize fall foliage. An easy craft is collecting leaves that have fallen, and making biodegradable confetti with a fun hole puncher! 

You may also want to check out an apple orchard, or a pumpkin patch in the area. If you’re looking for a beautiful autumn hike, come out to Beaver Creek and check out our trails that allow for any experience level. If you're looking for a trail with a beautiful overlook our Blue and Red trails on our South campus are two longer hikes that both have breathtaking overlooks. For a quicker and easier hike, check out our Green trail!

No matter what you do this season, make sure to enjoy the fall colors and have some fun outside during the beautiful autumn days!