Wondering when the color of fall leaves will peak in 2022 near the Seacoast and where best to see them?
David Angotti can tell you. He is a statistical expert and the co-founder of the site SmokyMountains.com. His love for weather, travel, technology, and the autumn season led him to begin developing a nationwide fall leaf map in 2013 after one Smoky Mountains visitor too many inquired with him when the leaves would be at their fall best.
What started as a fun side-project quickly became the most respected nationwide fall leaf map and one of the best fall resources in the country. Now, tens of millions of people use his map each year to plan everything from photography trips to weddings. But the most common users are simply people wondering when the leaves will peak near them, just like you're wondering when leaves will be at their best fall color in the Seacoast!
While not an exact science, the predictive map uses a complex algorithm that carefully analyzes several million data points and outputs approximately 50,000 predictive data pieces to determine when leaves will peak in each part of the country.
Check out the map below to see when the leaves will peak near the Seacoast or another part of the country. Simply move the slider along the bottom to see when leaves are expected to reach peak color in the Seacoast.
Where to go leaf peeping in the Seacoast
While at Macaroni KID Seacoast we don't use scientific data to determine the best place to go in the Seacoast to see fall leaves, we think we have pretty good intel! According to NewHampshireWay.com the peak time for foliage in the Seacoast is between Oct 20th - 31st.
Here are my family's top places in the Seacoast to go leaf-peeping:
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Prescott Park
105 Marcy St, Portsmouth
If you are in Portsmouth, take a stroll through the pretty gardens in Prescott Park. Known for their gorgeous flower displays, there is plenty to see even when the foliage starts to change.
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Piscataqua River
The Piscataqua runs through New Hampshire and Maine, and it's a perfect way to be surrounded by the colors of autumn! You can take a cruise from Portsmouth Harbor to sit back and relax while admiring the view.
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Odiorne Point State Park
570 Ocean Blvd, Rye
You may think to head to Odiorne Point State Park in the summer, but it is a fantastic place to visit in the fall as well. With muliple trails for hiking and a park to picnic, you can take in the views of orange, red and yellow against the blue ocean backdrop.
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Coastal Byway
NH Routes 1A and 1B from Seabrook to Portsmouth
If you have little ones who don't like to walk too far, or just prefer to take a drive to enjoy the beautiful fall colors, you can take the Coastal Byway route through the Seacoast. It will take about an hour to drive, but plan to make pit stops as there are several amazing historic attractions to visit.
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Looking for fun fall events and activities in the Seacoast? Check out our local calendar!
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