# When will fall foliage peak in Philly, Poconos and South Jersey?

> Fall foliage projections for Philly, Poconos and South Jersey reveal peak dates and coloration stages.
- Title: When will fall foliage peak in Philly, Poconos and South…
- Summary: Fall foliage projections for Philly, Poconos and South Jersey reveal peak dates and coloration stages. Philly's foliage peaks in late November, Poconos in…
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- Source: PhillyVoice — https://phillyvoice.com/fall-folliage-philadelphia-poconos-south-jersey-2026
- Published: 2026-10-09T19:18:29.564+00:00
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- Topics: philly, poconos, south jersey, fall foliage, peak color, leaf coloration, fall foliage season, coloration stage, news, local
## Fall foliage timing
A wet summer with cooler nights and sunny days is expected to make leaves particularly vibrant this autumn.
## Philly coloration stage
Philadelphia and four collar counties are in 'just starting' stage with peak foliage a few weeks away.
## Philly viewing spots
William Penn State Forest in Chester County offers early color changes with Gibralter Hill and Wertz trails ideal.
## Philly recommended spots
Morris Arboretum Tyler Arboretum Laurel Hill and Haverford College Arboretum are top viewing locations.
## Poconos coloration
Northern Wayne County peaks October 14 with 90% full color while southern Wayne County peaks October 17.
## Poconos coloration stage
Pike and northern Monroe counties have 65% full color with 80% leaves remaining on branches.
## Poconos coloration stage
Southern Monroe County and Carbon County have 30% full color with 95% leaves remaining on branches.
## South Jersey coloration
Most of South Jersey is in 'some change' stage with peak expected in early November.
## South Jersey peak timing
Southern Cape May County and Atlantic City area peak mid-November while rest of state peaks early November.
## Weather impact
Recent Nor'easter and weekend storm could loosen leaves prematurely despite good coloration potential.
## Key takeaway

Philly's foliage peaks in late November, Poconos in early October, South Jersey in early November with 90% coloration in northern Wayne County.