Minnesota’s 2025 Fall Leaf Color Tracking Map Is Live Now!

The wait is over! Autumn has officially arrived in Minnesota, which means lots of beautiful fall foliage colors!

This year brings exciting changes as cooler temperatures settled in earlier than usual, painting the landscape with hints of gold and red that signal the start of leaf-peeping season.

Unlike last fall's warm September days that kept us in suspense, 2025 promises a timely and perhaps even early display of nature's spectacular as trees start changing color.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has launched their highly anticipated interactive Fall Color Finder map, drawing on over a decade of data and expertise from parks, trails, climatology, and forestry staff.

This comprehensive resource represents years of careful observation and scientific analysis to deliver the most accurate fall foliage predictions possible.

Whether you're planning a weekend getaway to the North Shore, a scenic drive through the Brainerd Lakes area, or exploring local trails, the interactive map provides real-time updates on color progression across the state.

From the first subtle yellows appearing in northern regions to the vibrant reds and oranges that will soon follow, you can track nature's transformation week by week.

The early arrival of autumn conditions suggests Minnesota's famous fall colors will peak right on schedule or possibly ahead of it.

This presents perfect opportunities for photographers, families, and outdoor enthusiasts to experience the state's natural beauty at its most magnificent.

Don't miss out on this year's potentially early and spectacular show.

Visit the DNR's Fall Color Finder map HERE!