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Minnesota fall foliage
Minnesota's fall color show is a vivid mix of maples and aspens reflecting off thousands of lakes—pure magic from an RV window. The North Shore of Lake Superior offers dramatic cliffs and waterfalls framed by brilliant leaves, while the Boundary Waters provide a quieter, more remote experience. Stock up on hot cocoa and settle in at a lakeside campsite for an memorable autumn getaway.
Typical peak
late September to early October
Leaf regions
North Shore (Lake Superior), Boundary Waters / Arrowhead, Itasca State Park
Nearest RV base
Tettegouche State Park
Plan it honestly
Peak in northern Minnesota is typically late September to early October; check the state's current foliage report at dnr.state.mn.us.
Time it with the state's current foliage report: MN DNR Fall Color Finder .