Maine’s Fall Color Reaches Peak in Northern and Western Regions as October Travel Weekend Arrives

Maine fall foliage map for the week of September 30, 2026, showing peak color in northern and western regions.

State forestry officials report peak conditions in three foliage zones, low leaf drop across Maine and a busy October 2–4 calendar of fairs, festivals and scenic drives. KEY TAKEAWAYS Maine’s September 30 foliage report places Zones 5, 6 and 7 at peak color, with northern Zone 4 rated high and the remaining zones moderate. Color… Read the full news article

Maine’s autumn unfolds from northern forests to coastal orchards

Rangeley Lakes, orchard apples and colourful autumn foliage in Maine

A rolling foliage season links scenic drives and Acadia hikes with apple harvests, corn mazes and Stephen King-inspired Halloween stops KEY TAKEAWAYS Maine's fall colour advances from north to south, giving travellers several weeks of potential foliage viewing rather than one statewide peak date. Acadia National Park, state parks and seven National Scenic Byways offer… Read the full news article