

This city along the Maury River has fun, vibrant murals to seek out. It’s almost leaf-peeping season When do the leaves start to change Find out when fall foliage starts, how long fall foliage lasts, and where to go to see the best fall foliage colors. From Steeles Tavern, drive the winding Route 56 up the Blue Ridge Parkway, "America's Favorite Drive." ExploreĮnjoy the views from the Blue Ridge Parkway from Vesuvius to Buena Vista, where you'll exit onto Route 60 and descend into Buena Vista, an Appalachian Trail Community. For daily wit & wisdom, sign up for the Almanac newsletter. Get to Know the Trees that Make Up Southern West Virginia’s Fall Palate October 11, 2012. Enjoy the countryside and pick up Route 606 for historic sites and some of our best Virginia wine.

Route 252 - Brownsburg Turnpike - has been called "The Avenue of Trees" as it makes its way from Route 39 just outside of Lexington to Brownsburg. Devils Backbone Outpost Tap Room & Kitchen.This route winds along the Maury River from Route 11 in Lexington into West Virginia and includes Goshen Pass and the Goshen Wildlife Management Area. One of the most glorious scenic drives in the Shenandoah Valley is Route 39, the Appalachian Waters Scenic Byway. Our peak color tends to arrive around mid-October, so plan your visit accordingly, and add in some fun while you're at it!Ĭheck out this interactive Fall Foliage Prediction Map and don't miss the activities overview map at the end of this article. If you're visiting Cass Scenic Railroad, consider also dropping by Seneca State Forest near Dunmore, 17 miles (27 km) south of Cass. Adult tickets start at 61, and kid tickets (4 to 11)at 51.

Notice the details of the leaves their stems and how they attach to the leaf. Handle the leaves and get to know their colours, size and shape. 'Tis the season for an incredible display of fall foliage in Lexington, Buena Vista, and Rockbridge County. Fall foliage train rides to Bald Knob run regularly from mid-September through late October. Try and identify the leaves you find using the downloadable guide.
