Fall in Virginia is one of the most beautiful times of year, and traveling throughout the Commonwealth during this season can reveal an abundance of color.
But when will Alexandria see peak autumn foliage? According to the Fall Foliage Report issued by the Virginia tourism office, you can expect the best leaf-peeping days in Alexandria from mid to late October. But you can sign up for weekly foliage reports beginning in mid-September (see below!).
Virginia’s expansive woodlands, famously blue-tinged mountains, and rambling scenic byways are the place to be when fall leaves are at their fiery peak.
Virginia's diverse landscape, from the highest mountains to the Eastern Shore, provides a long fall foliage season, starting earliest in the higher elevations and moving eastward. Generally peak fall foliage is sometime between Oct. 10 and Oct. 31; however, dates can vary from year to year. Want to know when and where to see the best fall colors in Virginia this autumn?
Sign up for weekly fall foliage reports that begin in mid-September here.
You can also check for specific fall foliage reports about our state parks on the State Parks site, beginning Sept. 24.

