Believe it or not, fall is on its way to the Land of Enchantment. Even as we’re enjoying the last gasps of summer, we are excited about the arrival of this season of color. When our leaves start turning into their spectacular reds, oranges, and golds, it’s magical. There’s no doubt about it: New Mexico fall foliage is spectacular. Wondering when to see fall colors in New Mexico? Thanks to the experts over at Smoky Mountains, there’s a way to predict when and where maximum leaf viewing will occur. Let’s take a peek at this year’s New Mexico fall colors map.

The Fall Foliage Prediction Map from the folks at Smoky Mountains is an interactive tool that predicts when and where to view maximum foliage.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers/Flickr By sliding the bar to the right or left, you can see how the country’s fall foliage will happen this season. The map above shows this year’s New Mexico fall foliage map has our state reaching peak fall foliage the weeks of Oct. 31 and Nov. 7. Those in the far north and far south will peak a week ahead of the rest of the state.

If you want to see the first New Mexico leaves at full color, this fall foliage road trip in New Mexico is a great opportunity to see the state at its most colorful!

Ron Reiring/Flickr This lovely excursion takes you to all the best places to see fall colors in New Mexico.

By the beginning of November, the entire state should be enveloped in fall color and either at peak or just past it.

Mark Seymour/Flickr Leaf viewing in central New Mexico should be especially spectacular while leaves in the northern counties start to move past prime.

Of course, no prediction tool can be 100 percent accurate.

littlemoresunshine/Flickr However, we hope these estimates will help you enjoy New Mexico’s gorgeous fall season a little easier.

Looking for a little more autumn afternoon inspiration?

littlemoresunshine/Flickr We linked our early leaf trip above, but for a longer drive with more options, check out our extended New Mexico Fall Foliage Road Trip and enjoy an epic adventure this season in the Land of Enchantment!

Where do you think is the best place to see fall colors in New Mexico? What autumn festivities are you looking forward to the most? We love to hear from you!

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers/Flickr

By sliding the bar to the right or left, you can see how the country’s fall foliage will happen this season. The map above shows this year’s New Mexico fall foliage map has our state reaching peak fall foliage the weeks of Oct. 31 and Nov. 7. Those in the far north and far south will peak a week ahead of the rest of the state.

Ron Reiring/Flickr

This lovely excursion takes you to all the best places to see fall colors in New Mexico.

Mark Seymour/Flickr

Leaf viewing in central New Mexico should be especially spectacular while leaves in the northern counties start to move past prime.

littlemoresunshine/Flickr

However, we hope these estimates will help you enjoy New Mexico’s gorgeous fall season a little easier.

We linked our early leaf trip above, but for a longer drive with more options, check out our extended New Mexico Fall Foliage Road Trip and enjoy an epic adventure this season in the Land of Enchantment!

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New Mexico Fall Colors Map September 19, 2022 Sarah M. What is there to do in New Mexico in the fall? New Mexico hosts some thrilling fall festivals every year. The Corrales Harvest Festival is a wonderful family-friendly event that’s full of fun. This two-day party has hay rides, wine tastings, an arts and crafts show, and a pet parade. There’s even a kids-only section, so you know every member of your family will have a wonderful time. Red River Oktoberfest is another amazing fall festival in New Mexico. Here, visitors can chow down on bratwursts and sip excellent craft beer. Where can I see the best fall foliage in New Mexico? The best place to see fall colors in New Mexico is in The Carson National Forest. This breathtaking place is home to the Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway. This 80-mile loop takes you to Wheeler Peak, the highest point in New Mexico. From here, a sea of vibrant colors will greet you. This scenic drive sits in the town of Taos, which is widely regarded as the best town in New Mexico for fall colors. Why should I visit New Mexico in the fall? New Mexico is positively radiant in the fall. The sweltering summer temperatures have disappeared and refreshing breezes whip across the state. In addition to the pretty colors and exciting events, New Mexico is known to have some spooky Halloween events during this season. The Zoo Boo takes place every year at the ABQ BioPark Zoo and there’s a colorful parade that makes it way through Morningside Park.

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New Mexico Fall Colors Map

September 19, 2022

Sarah M.

What is there to do in New Mexico in the fall? New Mexico hosts some thrilling fall festivals every year. The Corrales Harvest Festival is a wonderful family-friendly event that’s full of fun. This two-day party has hay rides, wine tastings, an arts and crafts show, and a pet parade. There’s even a kids-only section, so you know every member of your family will have a wonderful time. Red River Oktoberfest is another amazing fall festival in New Mexico. Here, visitors can chow down on bratwursts and sip excellent craft beer. Where can I see the best fall foliage in New Mexico? The best place to see fall colors in New Mexico is in The Carson National Forest. This breathtaking place is home to the Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway. This 80-mile loop takes you to Wheeler Peak, the highest point in New Mexico. From here, a sea of vibrant colors will greet you. This scenic drive sits in the town of Taos, which is widely regarded as the best town in New Mexico for fall colors. Why should I visit New Mexico in the fall? New Mexico is positively radiant in the fall. The sweltering summer temperatures have disappeared and refreshing breezes whip across the state. In addition to the pretty colors and exciting events, New Mexico is known to have some spooky Halloween events during this season. The Zoo Boo takes place every year at the ABQ BioPark Zoo and there’s a colorful parade that makes it way through Morningside Park.

The OIYS Visitor Center

The OIYS Visitor Center

New Mexico hosts some thrilling fall festivals every year. The Corrales Harvest Festival is a wonderful family-friendly event that’s full of fun. This two-day party has hay rides, wine tastings, an arts and crafts show, and a pet parade. There’s even a kids-only section, so you know every member of your family will have a wonderful time. Red River Oktoberfest is another amazing fall festival in New Mexico. Here, visitors can chow down on bratwursts and sip excellent craft beer.

Where can I see the best fall foliage in New Mexico?

The best place to see fall colors in New Mexico is in The Carson National Forest. This breathtaking place is home to the Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway. This 80-mile loop takes you to Wheeler Peak, the highest point in New Mexico. From here, a sea of vibrant colors will greet you. This scenic drive sits in the town of Taos, which is widely regarded as the best town in New Mexico for fall colors.

Why should I visit New Mexico in the fall?

New Mexico is positively radiant in the fall. The sweltering summer temperatures have disappeared and refreshing breezes whip across the state. In addition to the pretty colors and exciting events, New Mexico is known to have some spooky Halloween events during this season. The Zoo Boo takes place every year at the ABQ BioPark Zoo and there’s a colorful parade that makes it way through Morningside Park.