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Smokies Expect Peak Fall Colors Around October 21st 2025

By Ronni Chase Oct 10, 2025 | 11:03 AM

Tennessee State Parks says moderate to vibrant fall foliage can be seen now at the highest elevations in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and will peak around October 21st.

In Cumberland and most neighboring counties, peak fall colors are expected around October 28th.

Fall leaves should peak around November 4th in the Nashville area and about a week later in West Tennessee.  (Image courtesy TN State Parks.)