Fall Colors Could Get Boost From Recent Rain

Special to 1812Blockhouse

This is the Fall Color 2024 Update No. 2 from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

Fall is officially here, and the recent rainfall paired with cooler temperatures will help Ohio’s tree canopies as they transform from greens to sunset colors according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

“The recent rainy weather should help some with fall color here in Ohio,” said ODNR Fall Color Forester David Parrott. “For the best fall color, we need cooler nights and sunny days. The recent rain in Ohio, after a very dry summer, may benefit some of the late changers as they show their colorful displays within the next few weeks. The high winds we’ve experienced may have caused us to lose some leaves prematurely in areas hit by recent storms.”

Our fall color reporters are currently reporting almost all changing conditions with a few at near peak. Current trees that are changing include sassafras, a few hickories and oaks.

The second fall color update video can be viewed here:

While planning your fall color activities, check out many of our storybook and haiku trails around Ohio. These trails are great ways to enjoy the outdoors while learning. Trails are approximately one-half mile in length with colorful and fun signs to read along the way. Find your next storybook trail adventure by clicking HERE for an interactive listing of trails throughout the state.

Those interested in finding the most eye-catching leaves throughout the season should check out ODNR’s fall color website, the official guide to the changing colors. The website includes:

Weekly color updates and information to help plan a fall color adventure;
Unique overnight accommodations at Ohio State Parks; and
Fun events happening around the state.

Also, don’t forget about participating in the Ohio Fall Color Challenge on the OuterSpatial App at https://outerspatial.link/xvaRQh0p1Mb.

ODNR encourages people to share fall color photos using #OhioFall24, #OhioTheHeartofitAll and #FallinOhio. Each week, ODNR will choose photos from those who use this hashtag to share on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. For more fall color photos, follow ODNR, Ohio State Parks and Ohio The Heart of It All. on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at @OhioDNR, @OHStateParks, @odnrforestry and @OhioTheHeartofitAll.