The Best Times And Places To View Fall Foliage In Louisiana

Louisiana isn't known for the beautiful displays of fall colors that our northern friends experience, but that doesn't mean we don't still see the leaves change colors. Believe it or not, Louisiana does have some beautiful fall foliage, you just need to know when and where to look. The folks over at Smoky Mountains have predicted when each state will reach its peak fall foliage, so you can plan an epic road trip for prime leaf-peeping. They just released their 2022 season predictions, so now we know when you can expect parts of Louisiana to break out in a colorful sea of reds, oranges, and yellows. Check out this interactive map to know when to see fall colors in Louisiana.

The prediction map on the Smoky Mountains webpage is an interactive map that allows you to see when each state will see those beautiful fall colors we all know and love.

Clearly, Louisiana will be one of the last states in the nation to see those orange and gold hues. But it's worth the wait!

We don't tend to see cooler temperatures until mid-to-late October, and the cold fronts are what's needed to bring out the colors in the leaves. We should start seeing the leaves change color at the tail end of October.

The northern part of the state will see the colors change first, and then the rest of the state will follow. By the second week in November, Louisiana's fall foliage should start peaking.

But you need to act quickly! By mid-November, most of the state will be at its peak. This is the perfect time to head outdoors and enjoy the best fall foliage in Louisiana -- because by next week? The leaves will begin to fall!

During the peak fall foliage, you'll be able to capture perfect moments like this floating camp on the Ouachita River in Union Parish. Isn't it beautiful?

The lakes are absolutely gorgeous during peak fall foliage. Kayaking and canoeing, especially in the northern part of the state, are some of the best fall day trips in Louisiana.

If you want to see the fall colors in Louisiana, consider an overnight stay at one of the many beautiful state parks in the northern part of the state such as Lake Claiborne State Park in Homer or Lake D'Arbonne State Park in Farmerville.

To learn more about the fall foliage prediction dates and when you will see fall colors in Louisiana, visit the Smoky Mountains website.

Are you looking forward to the cooler temperatures? What's your favorite thing to do in the fall? Let us know your thoughts on fall in the comments!

If you want to get outside and view some of the best fall colors in Louisiana, head on this fall foliage road trip! Happy fall, y'all!