Fall is the most spectacular season in Oklahoma. The dark green foliage that comes with summer turns to bright orange, reds, and yellows. As a state with a wide variety of topographies, it is the perfect time to get out and view the beautiful colors that come with autumn. Every year, the team at smokeymountains.com predicts the timing of peak fall foliage in every state, according to their special algorithm. While many parts of the country are beginning to already see changes, the majority of Oklahoma won’t see its peak until late October.
We still have about a month to go before the majority of Oklahoma starts to see patchy to partial fall colors. This map here is a prediction for the state on October 18. The yellow and orange colors predict patchy to partial change.
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But, once it starts it doesn’t take long to see these gorgeous colors all throughout the Sooner State.
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Once the colors start to turn, don’t miss a drive on the Talimena Scenic Byway, one of the best places to view fall foliage in the state.
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As you’ll see here on this map, just one week later on October 25, a good majority of the state will be near peak or at peak. The panhandle area will be at its peak, so if you’re in northwestern Oklahoma, this is your prime time for viewing fall foliage.
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Southeastern Oklahoma will be at partial peak, which will still be a beautiful time to visit Broken Bow, another area that’s absolutely stunning in the fall.
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Around November 1 is really when you’ll see near-peak to peak for most of the state.
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So, be sure to mark your calendars for the last week of October if you really want to see the most spectacular fall scenery in Oklahoma.
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To view the interactive map at smokeymountain.com click here.
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If you’re interested in learning more about the drive along Talimena Scenic Byway, click here.
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