Catching the turning of the leaves in the Upper East Side of Texas requires paying attention to the show Mother Nature presents on her own time. Some close watchers are saying mid-November is peak season in the region, others say late November to early December. Some of the timing depends on the types of foliage so one might enjoy vivid colors in one part of the region in November and others into early December.
Taking a drive along the winding country roads of this most-forested area of Texas is an annual must-do for many. Meandering through just about any of the backroads of the region you’re bound to see nature’s beauty. In addition, here are a few recommendations from our friends at Texas State Parks and a few other notable locations to enjoy the full color of the season.
Cooper State Park
www.tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/cooper-lake
Daingerfield State Park
www.tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/daingerfield
Martin Creek Lake State Park
www.tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/martin-creek-lake
Lake Bob Sandlin
www.tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lake-bob-sandlin
Tyler State Park
www.tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/tyler
Caddo Lake
www.tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/caddo-lake
East Texas Arboretum
www.easttexasarboretum.org
Piney Woods Wine Trail
www.pineywoodswinetrail.com
Fall Foliage Driving Trail: Athens to Palestine
www.visitpalestine.com
Davey Dogwood Park
www.visitpalestine.com
Fall Harvest Lunch Train
www.texasstaterailroad.net
Winnsboro Autumn Trails Driving Tours
www.winnsboroonlineguide.com/trails
Ruby Mize Azalea Garden. Nacogdoches
www.sfasu.edu/gardens/explore/azalea-garden
Deep East Texas Fall Foliage Trail
www.visitnacogdoches.org/tours-and-trails
