Although it’s still sunny and warm here in Columbus, fall is coming very soon. Fall will bring with its beautiful colors, a great time to enjoy all the scenic parks around Columbus, and lots of wonderful photo opportunities. Whether you plan to go for a hike or hire a photographer for that perfect fall family photo, make sure you time it right. The folks at Smoky Mountains have released their annual fall foliage map; here are their predictions:
Starting September 24th, we will start to see partial change in the fall colors.
Smoky Mountains Some trees will still be green, while other will be making their way towards incredible amber and orange tones. Some people love the mix of green with the hint of autumn, so don’t miss this week for your autumn adventures.
By October 1st, Columbus will be near the peak of the best fall foliage colors.
Smoky Mountains You might be tempted to wait another week, but be careful. While this map is a fantastic resource, it can’t be 100% accurate. Don’t put it off and miss your chance to see the gorgeous colors.
The real peak will happen around October 8th.
Smoky Mountains Autumns tend to not last long in Columbus, so once we’re past the peak, it will start looking more like winter. By October 15th Columbus will be past the peak.
If you’re wondering where to enjoy these beautiful fall colors, Alum Creek State Park is always a good choice.
Mark Cameron/Flickr The park offers several trails around the lake, boating opportunities, and an excellent dog park.
Alum Creek State Park is located at 3305 S. Old State Rd., Delaware, Ohio 43015.
Another beautiful place to take in the autumn nature is Blendon Woods Metro Park.
MetroParks Website / Bradley Paskievitch Hit the trails for a colorful hike or enjoy a family picnic surrounded by the changing leaves. The park also has Nature Play Areas and a disc golf course.
Blendon Woods Metro Park is located at 4265 E Dublin Granville Rd., Westerville, OH 43081.
Highbanks Metro Park is also a wonderful place to enjoy fall colors.
Mark Cameron/Flickr This park offers great hiking trails that will lead you through both woods and open pastures.
Highbanks Metro Park is located at 9466 Columbus Pike, Lewis Center, OH 43035.
If you’re looking for more incredible parks where you can enjoy the full beauty of Columbus’s fall colors, check out these excellent hiking trails.
Smoky Mountains
Some trees will still be green, while other will be making their way towards incredible amber and orange tones. Some people love the mix of green with the hint of autumn, so don’t miss this week for your autumn adventures.
You might be tempted to wait another week, but be careful. While this map is a fantastic resource, it can’t be 100% accurate. Don’t put it off and miss your chance to see the gorgeous colors.
Autumns tend to not last long in Columbus, so once we’re past the peak, it will start looking more like winter. By October 15th Columbus will be past the peak.
Mark Cameron/Flickr
The park offers several trails around the lake, boating opportunities, and an excellent dog park.
Alum Creek State Park is located at 3305 S. Old State Rd., Delaware, Ohio 43015.
MetroParks Website / Bradley Paskievitch
Hit the trails for a colorful hike or enjoy a family picnic surrounded by the changing leaves. The park also has Nature Play Areas and a disc golf course.
Blendon Woods Metro Park is located at 4265 E Dublin Granville Rd., Westerville, OH 43081.
This park offers great hiking trails that will lead you through both woods and open pastures.
Highbanks Metro Park is located at 9466 Columbus Pike, Lewis Center, OH 43035.
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