West Virginia · autumn
West Virginia fall foliage
West Virginia's mountainous landscape turns into a vibrant quilt of color each autumn, with the New River Gorge as a dramatic centerpiece. Your RV can navigate the winding roads through Monongahela National Forest, where the canopy of red, orange, and yellow feels like a cathedral of foliage. Small towns like Davis and Fayetteville offer warm hospitality and perfect leaf-peeping launch points.
Typical peak
early October to late October
Leaf regions
New River Gorge, Monongahela National Forest, Canaan Valley
Nearest RV base
Babcock State Park
Plan it honestly
Peak in the highlands is typically early to late October; check the state's current foliage report at wvtourism.com.
Time it with the state's current foliage report: WV Fall Foliage .