You'll Be Happy To Hear That Cincinnati's Fall Foliage Is Expected To Be Bright And Bold This Year
By Andrea Limke|Published September 22, 2018
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A Cincinnati native who has lived in Kentucky for over 10 years, Andrea's heart belongs both in the Queen City and the Bluegrass State. After earning an education degree and working in that field for a number of years, Andrea began to pursue her passion for writing over 6 years ago. Since then she has written for a number of print and online publications, as well as published a children's book.
Now that it’s officially fall, all of the pools are closed, and the air is a bit cooler, you may be wondering when we’ll start to see the colors of the season here in Cincinnati. Each year, we are treated to a colorful masterpiece on the trees and other plants throughout the Queen City and fall 2018 is really going to shine. The yellows, oranges, and reds are slowly beginning to make their way out and you’ll be happy to hear that our fall foliage is expected to be bright and bold this year.
Cincinnati was hanging on to summer until the very last minute with hot temperatures and humid air. But thankfully, with the new season, cooler air has arrived and our area is poised for a beautiful fall.
Of course every fall the leaves slowly change throughout the season, but the exact timing varies a bit each year. If you're curious when the colors will be at their peak this year, just check out this handy, interactive map from the Smoky Mountains website.
The map above shows that on October 22nd, we will be nearing the peak in fall colors. This is still dependent on upcoming weather patterns, but it tends to be fairly accurate. The map below shows that we will be at peak on October 29th and then the color begins to fade away into November.
Whenever the colors do decide to peak this year, you can expect to see scenes such as this. Below is the view from an airplane as you approach CVG. Just imagine those colors from the ground.
If you've ever wondered why leaves change their color, there is actually quite a bit of science behind it. The weather patterns do play a part and that's how experts are able to predict the vibrancy each year. You can learn more about the color-changing process and view the interactive map here.
There are many places throughout Cincinnati that are ideal for visiting in the peak of fall color. Spring Grove Cemetery may seem like an odd choice, but this historic property is also an Arboretum and absolutely stunning in autumn. Learn more about the beauty of Spring Grove Cemetery here.
Another scenic destination that's idyllic in fall is the Cincinnati Nature Center. The lakefront hiking trails, thick forests, and natural beauty all really come to life as the colors change. If you've never been to this natural oasis in Milford, you can learn more here.
Of course with the bright and bold colors of fall come all of the seasonal activities that take place outside. It seems everything becomes picture-worthy in the fall, from pumpkin patches, to sunflower fields, to winding corn mazes. If you need ideas of ways to get out and experience these favorite fall activities in Cincinnati, visit here.
We love every season in Cincinnati, but fall definitely has its own magic and certainly plenty of bright and bold colors. Are you looking forward to the change in colors this fall? Where do you go around town to experience it? Let us know in the comments!
And if you need some suggestions of where to see the fall colors, check out our Fall Foliage Road Trip in a previous article here.
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