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Fall foliage begins its journey south from Canada, reaching Missouri by mid-September.
Peak color in Missouri is expected around mid to late October, showcasing vibrant hues from sassafras and sumac to maples and oaks.
Numerous conservation areas and state parks offer prime viewing locations, particularly those with lakes or marked trails.
As August closes out and with September nearly here, it means the autumn season is fast approaching. Trees will start turning colors to showcase the brilliance of the season.
The first day of autumn is Sept. 22, but it will take a little bit longer for leaves to start to turn in Missouri. The fall season traverses from north to south across the U.S. as axial tilt of the earth starts to move the northern hemisphere away from the m