FOLIAGE REPORT

Current Foliage Report | Week of October 19, 2026

The peak of bright colors has passed for most locations in the state, but foliage is shifting into bright yellows and golden hues. The beech and oak trees hold their leaves longer than their neighbors, providing deep oranges and reds in late autumn. In central and southern Vermont, you can view brilliant canary yellows, and with the sunny weather, they really stand out. Soon, larch trees (the only conifers in Vermont whose needles change color and drop each year) will add some golden colors to the landscape. There’s still plenty of beauty out there, and the sunny weather coupled with crunching leaves underfoot are great conditions for fall adventure.

Best bets: Southern parts of the state have the most variety of color right now, while central and northern Vermont are giving way to broader views from overlooks as those regions move into stick season. Drives through the mountain gap roads, such as Brandon or Rochester gaps, will provide great vistas and access to many hiking trails. Dirt roads and scenic byways through the Lower Connecticut River Valley, the Stone Valley, and The Shires regions will allow visitors to bask in the glow of this year’s long autumn.

OUR FALL FAVORITES

Whitcomb’s Pumpkins and Corn Maze: Williston, VT- Open Wednesday 2pm-6pm and Sat/Sun 10am-5pm

Shelburne Orchard
U-Pick apples and farm stand favorites! The orchard is open Monday from 12-5pm and Tuesday-Sunday 9am-5pm. Shelburne Orchard frequently hosts music, tastings, food trucks, and more, so be sure to explore their calendar here.

Adam’s Apple Orchard & Farm Market
Pop over to Williston for U-Pick options, open daily from 10am-5pm. Adams often hosts outside food vendors and music! Check out their calendar here.

Hackett’s Orchard in South Hero
U-Pick options throughout the season, open daily 8am-6pm

Shelburne Farms
Walk the beautiful grounds and explore the Children’s Farmyard, open daily from 10am-4pm.

TAKE A DRIVE

Explore two self guided foliage tours beginning and ending in Burlington here. Or, follow along our custom itinerary for a perfect fall day.

FALL HARVEST PACKAGE

You’ll be welcomed to your room with fall treats before heading to a farm to pick your own pumpkins. Book now.