Here Are The Best Times And Places To View Idaho's Fall Foliage In 2023
By Courtnie Erickson|Published September 06, 2023
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From Southern Utah to the Panhandle in Idaho, Courtnie Erickson has lived in what she believes are the best (and the most beautiful!) areas in the country. She graduated with a journalism degree from Utah State University and has more than 15 years of professional writing experience. You’ll likely see her with a Dr. Pepper in her hand and a pair of running shoes on her feet. Courtnie is a writer and editor at OnlyInYourState.
It can be hard to say goodbye to summer but fall in Idaho is always welcome. The vibrant reds, yellows, and oranges create scenery that is breathtaking all around the state. However, to fully immerse yourself in the Gem State’s fall foliage, it is all about timing. Rather than search online for “When do leaves change color in Idaho?,” the folks at SmokyMountains.com created an interactive Idaho fall foliage map 2023 to give us a hint.
The first official day of fall is September 23 and around this time in northern Idaho, signs of fall will be appearing. During this time, you’ll start to see reds, oranges, and yellows dancing all around the panhandle.
Early and mid-October are some of the best times to view fall foliage in central Idaho. This is a wonderful time to go for a walk along the jaw-dropping Boise River Greenbelt.
By October 23, fall foliage in the panhandle will start to fade away but in southern Idaho, this is when the colors are at their peak. Plan a visit to destinations like Shoshone Falls, Mesa Falls, and City of Rocks National Reserve.
By early November, peak fall foliage in Idaho will be at an end across the state. Fall foliage in Idaho may be short lived, but it is certainly beautiful.
Keep in mind that while the map’s predictions may not be 100 percent accurate, it is a useful tool to help you get out and enjoy the beauty of Idaho’s autumn months. This truly is one of the most beautiful times of the year.
Rather than Google “When do leaves change color in Idaho?” the above interactive map is a terrific guide. Visit SmokyMountains.com to learn even more.
What are some of your favorite places to view fall foliage in Idaho? Let us know in the comments. And if you plan a fall foliage road trip in Idaho or even a scenic drive, make sure you are prepared with the best road trip gear. You don’t want any obstacle keeping you from immersing yourself in fall foliage views!
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