PA Fall Foliage: State Pledges To Provide Better Updates

PENNSYLVANIA — The state Department of Conservation and National Resources next week will launch a weekly fall foliage update that will focus more on regional updates and photos.

The update site will debut on September 25 and will be updated every Thursday, the state agency announced.

“Whether you’re camping in one of Pennsylvania’s 124 state parks, hiking through our 2.2 million acres of state forests, or taking a scenic drive, fall is one of the best times to experience the outdoors,” department secretary Cindy Adams Dunn said in a statement. This new report will give people the tools they need to plan trips and discover new activities across the commonwealth.”

Visitors can also get online details at Pennsylvania: The Great American Getaway, a statewide campaign highlighting public lands, scenic drives, festivals, pick-your-own farms, and family-friendly autumn activities.

Fall foliage typically peaks in October, and the department's weekly reports will feature updated photos and tips on the best places to see the colors.

“Pennsylvania’s fall foliage sets the standard for autumn in America,” said Anne Ryan, the department's deputy secretary for tourism.

“From hayrides and pumpkin patches to scenic train rides and campfires in the mountains, every year millions of visitors come to enjoy our landscapes and seasonal traditions — reminding us why Pennsylvania is one of the nation’s top fall destinations.”