Foliage Report for October 8, 2025

Fall Foliage Colors Advancing Toward Peak Throughout Maine this Upcoming Holiday Weekend

The fifth 2025 Fall Foliage Report from the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) indicates high color change (70-100 percent) throughout Maine, with moderate to high (50-70 percent) leaf drop.

This Week's Foliage Outlook

"Maine is approaching peak foliage conditions heading into the holiday weekend. Vibrant fall colors are unfolding across the state, especially in the central, coastal, and southern regions, where leaves remain plentiful and intact. It's an ideal time for leaf-peeping enthusiasts to plan outdoor adventures and enjoy the many fall events happening statewide over the next couple of weeks before foliage passes its peak," said Gale Ross, Maines fall foliage spokesperson.

Follow the 2025 Maine fall foliage forecast this season and take advantage of autumn events, activities, and tips for colorful road trips throughout Maine. With Indigenous Peoples Day approaching, the long holiday weekend is an ideal time to enjoy Maines crisp fall weather, vibrant foliage, and seasonal festivals.

• Celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day at the University of Maine Farmington. Gather on Tuesday, Oct. 14, from 12-2:30 p.m. for an Indigenous Peoples Day Lunch and Film Screening, presented by UMF Student Life and Mantor Library.
• Celebrate autumn in the mountains with a visit to Bethel and the Maine Mineral and Gem Museum. From the worlds foremost collection of meteorites to the most extensive collection of Maine minerals and geologic specimens in the United States, MMGM tells the fascinating stories of our natural world.
• Maple lovers can savor the flavors of the season at the Maine Maple Fall Fest, happening Oct. 1112 at sugarhouses and farms across the state. Guests can enjoy pancake breakfasts, maple tastings and farm tours that highlight Maines sweet tradition.
• From Oct. 1013, downtown Damariscotta transforms for the Pumpkinfest & Regatta. Giant pumpkin displays, a pumpkin derby and the signature regatta, where hollowed-out gourds race across the harbor, make this one of Maines most unique fall celebrations.
• On Oct. 13, Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village hosts its annual Harvest Festival, featuring artisan demos, wagon rides and live music on the historic grounds of the worlds only active Shaker community.
• With spooky season in full swing, consider a haunted tour, corn maze or hayride. Farms across the state host seasonal attractions, from twilight wagon rides to pumpkin patches and harvest activities. Visit Real Maine to find local farms and events that bring the spirit of the season to life.
• For a holiday weekend foliage drive, head to the Old Canada Road National Scenic Byway, which traces U.S. Route 201 for 78 miles through historic river valleys and forested landscapes. This route follows the Kennebec River, with sweeping overlooks, waterfalls and cultural stops that recall the regions logging and trading past. Leaf peepers can enjoy picnic areas along Wyman Lake, scenic turnouts near Mosquito Mountain and views that stretch toward the Canadian border. The byway offers a quieter, less traveled road trip with plenty of opportunities to take in Maines fall colors at their peak.

Fall Foliage Traveler Tips

• Plan ahead. Popular spots can be busy over the Indigenous Peoples Day weekend, so arrive early.
• Add some thrills. Pair your foliage trip with a haunted tour, hayride or corn maze.
• Chase the light. Early morning and late afternoon "golden hours" make foliage photos especially stunning.
• Pack a picnic. Scenic turnouts and byways like Old Canada Road are perfect for a fall meal outdoors.

Follow Maine's official foliage forecast online or by email, and share your adventures with #MaineFoliage. Stay inspired through the Maine Fall Foliage Facebook and Instagram, featuring fresh images and seasonal activities from across the state. For even more fall trip ideas and travel planning resources, visit www.visitmaine.com.

Week of October 8, 2025

Zone Number	Color Change	Leaf Drop
7	Past Peak	Moderate
6	Past Peak	Moderate
5	Peak	Moderate
4 North	Peak	Moderate
4 South	High	Moderate
3 North	Peak	High
3 South	High	Moderate
2	High	High
1	High	High

Foliage Zones

Zone 7: Northeastern Maine, including Fort Kent, Caribou, and Presque Isle

Zone 6: Northwestern Maine

Zone 5: Western Mid-Maine, including Greenville, Rangeley, Bethel

Zone 4: Eastern Mid-Maine, including Houlton, Millinocket, and Calais

Zone 3: Central and Southwestern Maine, including Bangor, Augusta, and Fryeburg

Zone 2: Downeast Maine, including Machias, Bar Harbor, and Penobscot Bay

Zone 1: Mid-Coast and South Coastal Maine, including Camden, Portland, Kennebunkport, and Kittery