Wondering when the color of fall leaves will peak in 2022 near Williamsport and where best to see them?
David Angotti can tell you. He is a statistical expert and the co-founder of the site SmokyMountains.com. His love for weather, travel, technology, and the autumn season led him to begin developing a nationwide fall leaf map in 2013 after one Smoky Mountains visitor too many inquired with him when the leaves would be at their fall best.
What started as a fun side-project quickly became the most respected nationwide fall leaf map and one of the best fall resources in the country. Now, tens of millions of people use his map each year to plan everything from photography trips to weddings. But the most common users are simply people wondering when the leaves will peak near them, just like you're wondering when leaves will be at their best fall color in and around the Williamsport Area!
While not an exact science, the predictive map uses a complex algorithm that carefully analyzes several million data points and outputs approximately 50,000 predictive data pieces to determine when leaves will peak in each part of the country.
Check out the map below to see when the leaves will peak near Williamsport or another part of the country. Simply move the slider along the bottom to see when leaves are expected to reach peak color in Williamsport.
Where to go leaf peeping in Williamsport
While at Macaroni KID Williamsport we don't use scientific data to determine the best place to go near Williamsport to see fall leaves, we think we have pretty good intel!
Here are my family's top five places near Williamsport to go leaf-peeping:
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Worlds End State Park/Loyalsock Canyon Vista
82 Cabin Bridge Road
Forksville, PA 18616
Worlds End State Park offers many beautiful views of the fall foliage. Along the drive you are sure to see beautiful scenery! To get to Canyon Vista you need to take Mineral Spring Road to Cold Run Road. The Loyalsock Canyon Vista is ADA accessible.
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Hyner View State Park
Hyner View Road
Hyner, PA 17738
Hyner View State Park has a wonderful scenic vista and is one of DCNR's nicest overlooks. If you are lucky you will even get to see a hang glider or two take off! You will have beautiful views of the mountains and Susquehanna River Valley!
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Rock Run
North of Williamsport near the town Ralston.
One of the areas best kept secrets is Rock Run. Home to some GOREGOUS waterfalls and AMAZING swimming holes. You won't be disappointed in the fall leaves or the scenic vistas! You need to take McIntyre Road to get to Band Rock Vista. The drive alone is worth the trip to Rock Run area!
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Kettle Creek Vista
Crowley Road (Kettle Creek State Park)
97 Kettle Creek Park Lane
Renovo, PA 17764
Kettle Creek Vista and State Park are our family's favorite spot to view the leaves and Kettle Creek Valley. There is plenty to see on your drive up and places to stop to enjoy the scenery. To get to Kettle Creek Vista, you need to take Sugar Camp Road to Crowley Road. If you are lucky, you might even spot an Elk or two!
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1769 Caleb Creek Rd
Trout Run, PA 17771
Rider Park has something for everyone! There are 10 miles to hike and enjoy along with 3 breathtaking vistats to view the beautiful fall leaves. There are trails for all fitness levels. Enjoy a picnic near the pavilion. There are several benches to use to take in the views!
