The Forks, Maine Fall Foliage Report

Fall is an amazing time of year in Maine – and whether you’re aiming to take a leaf peeping day trip for craft beer and lunch, or looking for an overnight adventure (yep, we’ve got cabins), we’re here to let you know exactly what the foliage is doing here in The Forks! So, every week starting in mid September until mid-October, our team will be flying high to get you a bird’s eye view of the changing colors in The Forks area for your Forks Area, Maine Fall Foliage Report. Generally, we see peak foliage sometime between the last week of September and first week of October. This is perfect timing for our Last Blast on the Dead River, or a fun fall ATV trip! If you’re looking for more to do, check out our TOP 5 things to do in The Forks in the fall!

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The Forks, Maine Fall Foliage Report 2024

Weekly Photo: October 1st, 2024

Northern Outdoors fall foliage week 4 The Forks, Maine

Photo date: October 3rd, 2024
Photo Location: Above Northern Outdoors, looking north over Martin Pond, Route 201, and the Kennebec River

 

Weekly Report, Week of October 1st, 2024:

Maine Fall Foliage report puts our area of Maine in “peak” color change, making it a perfect time to hit the trails- ATVing and hiking! Whitewater rafting is winding down, but we do still have one more weekend of rafting on the Kennebec River! ATV trails for our area are open through the end of October, so you can rent a trailside cabin and trailer up. Or, rent an ATV on-site from our partners at 201 PowerSports. Prefer a day trip? Take a road trip along Route 201, a National Scenic Byway, to visit the lodge and snag a bite to eat. Make it a brewery road trip — check out the recommended Kennebec Valley Beer Trail to find some delicious food and great beer in our neck of the woods! Our favorite stop on the list is Kennebec River Pub & Brewery of course 😉 While you’re here, take a moment to explore Moxie Falls or Mosquito Mountain (picture below). It’s the best time of year!

Maine Fall Foliage Week 4

Photo Source: Maine.Gov, Maine Foliage Report

Want to see more? The Maine Foliage Report, published weekly, gives you the full run down of the color change across the entire state.

When is peak foliage in The Forks, Maine?

Each year, we expect to see peak foliage conditions the first week of October. Thankfully, the colors don’t come and go TOO quick, and we usually still see some colors into middle of October. If you’re looking to book a fall getaway, give us a call or book online!

Last Blast on the Dead River, October 5th, 2024

Mosquito Mountain Foliage The Forks Maine

Peak foliage from the peak of Mosquito Mountain, October 2nd, 2023

 

Need some ideas on how to see the colors? We’ve got a few in mind!
  • Relax in a cabin in the woods, steps away from a craft brewery and restaurant..oh, and an outdoor hot tub!
  • Whitewater rafting on the Kennebec River!
  • ROAD TRIP! Check out the Maine Beer Trail and go for a brew tour, or just stop by our resort for lunch on your way through.
  • Fly fishing through the Kennebec River gorge is the MOST unique fishing trip offered in our area!
  • Take a hike! Into Moxie Falls, up Mosquito Mountain, or along the river on the FAST trail!
  • Trailer up your ATV and cruise to Moosehead Lake!

 

Dead River view down river fall foliage

Photo date: October 7, 2018
Photo Location: Dead River
Cred: Brandi Barnett

 

   

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