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Fall Foliage Report

Fall is here in Lake Placid, and we’re looking forward to crisp autumn days, brilliant foliage, cozy sweaters, fresh apple pie, and pumpkin everything. Get your camera ready and start planning your seasonal adventures in the Lake Placid area.

Foliage is beginning to change across the Adirondacks, and our weekly foliage reports provide updates on changing colors throughout the region to help you plan your trip around peak foliage. Check back each week for the latest report, or sign up to have the weekly Adirondacks fall foliage report delivered straight to your inbox.

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Foliage Report

The first hints of fall

Last updated: September 14, 2026

Percent of trees predicted to have changed by the coming weekend: 10%

Brilliance: Average

Predominating colors: Vibrant summer green is hanging around with hints of color.

Rating: Just beginning

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Fall Foliage Season

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The fall foliage season is the perfect balance of warm days and cool nights (dipping to the mid-30s to low-40s). These temperature changes start the vibrant color change we look for as autumn arrives in the High Peaks.
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