Wondering when the fall leaves will peak in Durango and where the best spots are to see them? Look no further! We've got the fall foliage map and the details on where to go with your family in the Durango area for a colorful fall adventure during the 2024 fall leaf season.
When Will Fall Foliage Peak in Durango?
Thanks to San Juan National Forest Fall Color Report 2024, you can now easily track when leaves will peak around Durango. Also Check out the interactive map from SmokyMountains.com. This map uses advanced data like temperature, precipitation, and tree types to predict when fall colors will be at their best. Plus, with real-time user reports, you’ll know exactly when and where to take your kids for the most vibrant fall foliage.
The interactive Fall Leaf Map has become a go-to resource for families planning fall adventures. Whether you’re looking for the perfect day to go leaf-peeping in Bayfield or planning a family fall weekend getaway, this map will help you time it just right.
"Generally, fall colors begin with golden yellow quaking aspen at the highest elevations and narrow leaf cottonwoods in low-lying cold areas as early as late August. But aspens, which put on fall’s brightest show and account for 20% of Colorado’s forests, usually peak near the end of September to early October, which is typically a few weeks later than trees in most of the rest of the state." - SJNF Forester, Matt Tuten
Want to know when the leaves will peak near Durango?
Check out the 2024 Fall Foliage Map from SmokyMountains.com and plan your family adventure today!
You can slide the slider to the right to see the predicted progression of fall.
Where to See the Best Fall Colors around Durango
Looking for the top places to enjoy peak fall foliage in Durango? Here are the most scenic spots for a day of autumn exploration with kids and your family:
1. Durango to Purgatory
40 Min Drive
2. Purgatory to Silverton
- 40 Min Drive
3. Silverton to Ouray
- 45 Min Drive
4. Ouray to Telluride
- 1 Hour 10 Min Drive
5. Telluride to Rico (Lizard Head Pass)
- 45 Min Drive
6. Rico to Dolores
- 40 Min Drive
7. Mancos to Transfer Campground
- 20 Min Drive
8. Durango to Mancos (LaPlata Canyon Area)
45 Min Drive
9. Bayfield to Pagosa Springs
- 45 Min Drive
10. Bayfield to Vallecito Lake
30 Min Drive
11. Bayfield to Hunter Camp (Piedra River Area)
45 Min Drive
11. Pagosa Springs to Wolf Creek
30 min Drive
Plan Your Family’s Fall Adventures in Durango Now!
With so many family-friendly fall activities in Durango, now is the perfect time to plan your family fall fun in Durango. Whether you’re looking for kid-friendly hikes, free seasonal events, or the best spots to see peak fall foliage, Durango has something for everyone. Be sure to check the San Juan National Forest Fall Color Report 2024 to ensure you catch the best colors of the season and our Macaroni KID Durango Fall Guide for all the local fall events and fun your family won't want to miss!
