![]() Note: We tweak this forecast depending on weather patterns and our observations. The leaf progression concludes in the foothills around Marion, Rutherfordton, and Tryon Foothills Wine Country. Also, hike and camp at Lake James and South Mountains State Parks east of Asheville. Color fills the lush Hickory Nut Gorge at Chimney Rock. November First Week: 1,000-2,000 feet elevation.It's a great time for a waterfall hike in DuPont State Forest or a stroll at the NC Arboretum. The city of Asheville, French Broad River, and Biltmore show their best color, along with many of our small towns, including Sylva and Saluda. October Fourth Week: 2,000-3,000 feet elevation.West of Asheville, head to Maggie Valley, Cherokee, and Bryson City. North of Asheville, the best color will be Banner Elk, and hikes to Table Rock and Hawksbill Mountain at Linville Gorge. Top hikes there include Looking Glass Rock or Cradle of Forestry. This also includes much of Pisgah National Forest near Brevard. ![]() Check out Little Switzerland off the Parkway, as well as Bakersville and Spruce Pine. The ultimate week for the most color includes large sections of the Blue Ridge Parkway.
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