Fall Color Arkansas

Plan a trip, find a hike, and scout fall color in Arkansas with our interactive fall foliage map! Daily updates begin on September 1st. Experience Arkansas' Fall Colors Every autumn, nature paints the mountains and values of Arkansas State Parks with gorgeous hues of gold, red, and orange. Our state parks showcase autumn's finest colors while allowing you to explore the state's varied landscapes and even wildlife on a fun.

The ExploreFall Arkansas page provides an interactive foliage map with daily updates beginning Sept. 1, helping travelers gauge "low" to "peak" color across the state. The tool (powered by Esri) aggregates reports and weather to estimate timing; check back frequently to adjust your plans.

For Mena-area trips, pair the map with classic drives and overlooks. Arkansas' fall color typically begins in the Ozark highlands in late September to early October, gradually moving south and east through early to mid-November. Elevation, latitude and tree species drive the timing and natural progression of peak color.

Here is a list of the best places to see gorgeous fall color in Arkansas. From scenic drives to amazing hikes. The best of Arkansas in fall!

Discover the best Arkansas state parks for fall color. From Mount Magazine to Lake Catherine, here's where to see the state's most vibrant autumn foliage. Fall in Arkansas is a time of vibrant, sweeping color-making the Natural State one of the best places in the country to view autumn foliage.

Arkansas's diverse geography means color chasers can enjoy fall leaves from the peaks of the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains to the valleys of the Arkansas River and beyond. Fall colors are appearing slowly in northern Arkansas, mainly in the Ozarks and Boston Mountains, while central and southern parts of the state remain in the "little to no color" phase. Here Are the Best Times and Places to View Arkansas's Fall Foliage in 2025 Discover the top spots in Arkansas to witness stunning fall foliage, including Maplewood Cemetery, Talimena Scenic Drive, and more.

Plan your autumn adventure today! Here's the 2025 Arkansas fall foliage forecast, best places to see fall colors in the Ozark Mountains, scenic drives like the Pig Trail, and where to stay. Start planning your Arkansas fall getaway today!