October 27, 2004

Much of western Virginia and Maryland, most of West Virginia and the mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee are showing peak color. Elsewhere in the region, moderate (31% - 60% change) to high (61% - 80% change) can be found. In portions of northern and southern West Virginia, peak has passed.

Here are some of the places to visit now for great foliage displays.

Maryland - The western panhandle of the state continues to show peak foliage conditions. Some of the higher elevations however, may be just past peak.

North Carolina - The mountains along the North Carolina/Tennessee border are showing peak color (81% - 100% change).

Tennessee - Again, the mountains along the North Carolina/Tennessee are showing great color.

Virginia - The Allegheny Mountains in west-central Virginia (along U.S. Route 220). The famed Skyline Drive in the Shenandoah National Park is showing fantastic fall colors. Venture off of Interstate 81 to find
abundant fall foliage.

West Virginia - Bright fall foliage can be found throughout the state. Watch out for some of the areas in
northern and southeastern West Virginia as some areas have passed peak.

Leaf drop is mostly moderate to high throughout the region.

This information provided by Marek D. Rzonca, The Foliage Network.