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When and Where to Visit
Maine's state parks, mountains, farms and coast provide wonderful settings for fall leaf peeping. We've put together some suggestions for the best locations in each region of Maine, and when to visit each one for the best fall colors.
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Where to Visit
- Southern (1) - Mid-Coast and South Coastal Maine, including Rockland, Camden, Portland, Kennebunkport and Kittery
- Eastern (Downeast) (2 & 4) - Includes Houlton, Millinocket, Calais, Machias, Bar Harbor and Penobscot Bay
- Central (3) - Central and Southwestern Maine, including Bangor, Augusta, and Fryeburg
- Western (5) - Western Mid-Maine, including Greenville, Rangeley, and Bethel
- Northern (6 & 7) - Northeastern & Northwestern Maine, including Fort Kent, Caribou and Presque Isle
When to Visit
Fall color in Maine follows a north-to-south progression. In northern Maine, peak conditions typically arrive in the last week of September and continue into the first week of October. Central Maine and the western mountains usually reach peak color around Indigenous Peoples’ Day weekend. Coastal and southern Maine generally sees peak or near-peak foliage from mid-October through the end of the month.
Please note: This map reflects patterns from the past three years of foliage reports. 2025 foliage updates are not included, so be sure to check the latest reports for this season’s most current colors.