Best Places To See Fall Foliage In Maryland Guide

Peak leaf peepin’ tends to be mid-October in Western Maryland and then spreads East across the state. So, don’t despair if you miss peak bloom at Deep Creek.

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There are loads of great places in Eastern Maryland and the Eastern Shore that won’t reach peak bloom until the first week of November!

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Deep Creek Lake

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Gunpowder Falls State Park

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The Thurmont Area Of Maryland

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Loch Raven Reservoir

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Patapsco Valley State Park

We love visiting the Grist Mill Trail in the Avalon/Orange Grove area because the reflection of the leaves in the river is just super pretty. Learn more

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