Fall Foliage Report - Nov. 18, 2009

The fall color season is drawing to a close in Virginia. Many areas of the Piedmont, especially the southern Piedmont, still have color, though this area is past peak. The Coastal Plain has significant color and areas will be peaking between now and Thanksgiving. This the last Fall Foliage Report for the 2009 season. Thanks for supporting our blog and scenic driving tours. These reports will resume in late September, 2010.

Fall Foliage Report - Nov. 12, 2009

The season is winding down! Fall colors on oak trees are providing patches of color throughout the state. In Southwest Virginia, the Roanoke Valley, and the Shenandoah Valley, colors are past peak. In the lower Piedmont, colors are at or just past peak. In the Coastal Plain of Virginia, beautiful color is still evident on the Peninsula. On the Eastern Shore, approximately two-thirds of the trees have color.

Fall Foliage Report - Nov. 4, 2009

This week, significant color changes are occurring in the Piedmont with many areas approaching peak color. In the Coastal Plain of Virginia, patchy colors can be found on the Peninsula.

Fall Foliage Report - Oct. 28, 2009

Fall colors are in full view across most of the state. In the New River Valley, more than 75% of the trees have changed and have peak color. In the Shenandoah Valley, between 65-75% of the trees have color. The Piedmont has approximately 50% color and is expected to peak in early November. The Coastal Plain is expected to peak in mid-November. Fall fire season is in effect from October 15th to November 30th, so remember to be careful with outdoor fire.

Fall Color Scenic Drive - NEW!!!!

Heading out to see some fall color this weekend? Don't forget Greene County. Jack Kauffman, our forester for Madison and Greene counties, sent directions for a scenic drive between Stanardsville and Sperryville. Find it at http://www.dof.virginia.gov/fall/index.htm If you give it a spin, "comment" about it here.

Fall Foliage Report - Oct. 21, 2009

Fall colors are underway across the state. In Southwest Virginia, peak colors can still be seen in many areas. In the New River Valley, about 70% of the trees have changed and have peak color. In the Allegheny Mountains, peak colors can still be seen. In the Shenandoah Valley, approximately 50% of the trees have color and are at or approaching peak. Elsewhere in the state, the Piedmont has approximately 25% color. The Coastal Plain is expected to peak in early to mid-November. To learn about scenic driving tours, visit our Web site at www.dof.virginia.gov

Fall Foliage Report - Oct. 14, 2009

Don't let a wet forecast keep you from seeing Virginia's fall colors! They continue to reveal themselves across the state. In Southwest Virginia, colors are approaching peak or are at peak in the higher elevations. In the New River Valley, approximately one-quarter to one-third of the trees have color. In the Allegheny Mountains, colors are at peak in western Highland County and approaching peak in the eastern part of the county. In the Shenandoah Valley, the fall color change is underway. Fall colors continue unfolding in the Piedmont and Coastal Plain. The Piedmont is expected to peak in late October and the Coastal Plain is expected to peak in early to mid-November.

Fall Foliage Report - Oct. 8

Welcome to the Fall Foliage Report from the Virginia Department of Forestry - Shaping Virginia’s Forests. For the week of October 7, patchy color changes continue throughout the state. In southwest Virginia, color change is very evident in the higher elevations, particularly in the Alleghany Highlands. Small red and yellow patches of color change are now visible. Foliage viewing is underway and approximately 10-15% of trees have changed color. At this time, peak colors are expected in the mountains during mid to late October; the Piedmont and Coastal Plain are expected to peak between late October and mid-November. To learn about scenic driving tours, visit our Web site at www.dof.virginia.gov. As you enjoy the outdoors and Virginia's forests, remember to be careful with outdoor fire. A cigarette, campfire or cooking equipment can destroy the scenic wonders of Virginia.

Fall Foliage Season Has Begun!

This is our first report of the season! Cooler weather means it's time to get out and see all Virginia has to offer at this time of year. Not much is going on so far - a gradual change in foliage conditions can be seen across the state. In western Virginia, color change is noticeable at higher elevations, with a lower percentage of fall color at the lower elevations. Patchy color changes exist among tree species such as poplars, sweet gum, dogwood and maple. At this time, peak colors are expected in the mountains during mid to late October; the Piedmont and Coastal Plain are expected to peak between late October and mid-November. To learn about scenic driving tours, visit our Web site at www.dof.virginia.gov. As you enjoy the outdoors and Virginia's forests, remember to be careful with outdoor fire. A cigarette, campfire or cooking equipment can destroy the scenic wonders of Virginia.