Fall In The Adirondacks

Fall in Tupper Lake is filled with changing colors, pristine waterways, and crisp weather.

Here are some ways to take in all this natural beauty:

• Walk the Wild Walk at The Wild Center to gain a cool perspective above the tree line. 
• Paddle the Raquette River and take in the reflection of the leaves on the water. 
• Hike a mountain and see the canvas of changing leaves below you.  Conquer the Tupper Lake Triad in the fall for a different perspective.
• Fall is one of the most scenic times to play 18 holes at The Tupper Lake Golf Club, nestled charmingly among the changing trees.

2021 Fall Foliage Reports

October 25, 2021

• Percent of trees predicted to have changed by the coming weekend: 100% 
• Brilliance: Dull with not much left for color
• Predominating colors: Yellows and golds
• Rating: Past peak

Most leaves have fallen with recent rain and wind storms. 

October 18, 2021

• Percent of trees predicted to have changed by the coming weekend: 100% 
• Brilliance: Dull with not much left for color
• Predominating colors: Yellows and golds
• Rating: Past peak

Most leaves have fallen, some golds are still holding on. 

September 27, 2021

• Percent of trees predicted to have changed by the coming weekend: 70% 
• Brilliance: Bright - with cold nights and a bit of rain, the colors have increased greatly in brilliance
• Predominating colors: Mostly reds, oranges & yellows have started to pop over the last week.
• Rating: Near peak

September 20, 2021

• Percent of trees predicted to have changed by the coming weekend: 55% 
• Brilliance: Very bright, the mix of cold mornings and warm afternoons have caused the colors to pop
• Predominating colors: Reds, oranges, and golden yellows
• Rating: Midpoint

September 13, 2021

• Percent of trees predicted to have changed by the coming weekend: 20% 
• Brilliance: Average brightness. Maple trees have started turning fast
• Predominating colors: Still predominantly green, touches of dark reds from the maple trees
• Rating: Just beginning 

September 7, 2021

• Percent of trees predicted to have changed by the coming weekend: 10% 
• Brilliance: Colors are dull, just starting to change
• Predominating colors: Still predominantly green, touches of dark reds and some yellows
• Rating: Just beginning