Finger Lakes and Central New York foliage moving toward peak in early October

The latest I LOVE NY Fall Foliage Report shows that brilliant autumn colors are arriving quickly across the Finger Lakes and Central New York. Foliage conditions in the Finger LakesThe Finger Lakes are showing steady progress toward peak, with Watkins Glen already reaching peak conditions. Foliage conditions in Central New YorkCounties in Central New York are reporting stronger changes than last week, with some areas now past the halfway point. In Madison County, Cazenovia is showing about 50 percent color change, marked by brilliant reds mixed with yellows and oranges. Peak conditions are expected to spread quickly across both regions over the next week, making early to mid-October the best window for leaf peeping.