October 9, 2024, Press Release from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources: COLUMBUS, Ohio – The fall colors seem to be taking its time this year, however glimpses and patches of vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows are becoming more and more common, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).
“We are still seeing a lot of green out there but also seeing more colorful splashes of fall color throughout the state,” said ODNR Fall Color Forester David Parrott. “Cooler temperatures will really help the color transformation continue. We should be seeing the best fall color in the next few weeks.”
Ohio is starting to see more glimpses of vibrant reds, oranges, and yellow.
Our fall color reporters are still seeing mostly changing conditions with a few areas at near peak. Current changers include dogwoods, sycamores and pin oaks.
Watch the third fall color update video.
Ohio has an extensive archery season that is open now through Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025. Hunters may use crossbows, compound bows, recurve bows, and longbows to pursue deer during the archery season. Hunting licenses and deer permits can be purchased on the free HuntFish OH mobile app. App users can also view maps of public hunting areas, see the current hunting regulations, view sunrise and sunset times, and check game without a cellular connection. For more info on rules and regulations as well as safety reminders, head to wildohio.gov.
A look at the trees over the Delaware Wildlife Area.
This coming weekend don’t miss out on the Grandma Gatewood Fall Colors Hike ,which also celebrates 100 years of the Hocking Hills region, and Stargazing at John Bryan State Park for International Astronomy Day. The excitement doesn’t stop there because next week is Earth Science Week—and ODNR will host a variety of activities.
Those interested in finding the most eye-catching leaves throughout the season should check out ODNR’s fall color website, the official guide to the changing colors. The website includes:
- Weekly color updates and information to help plan a fall color adventure;
- Unique overnight accommodations at Ohio State Parks; and
- Fun events happening around the state.
Also don’t forget about participating in the Ohio Fall Color Challenge on the OuterSpatial App at https://outerspatial.link/xvaRQh0p1Mb.
ODNR encourages people to share fall color photos using #OhioFall24, #OhioTheHeartofitAll and #FallinOhio. Each week, ODNR will choose photos from those who use this hashtag to share on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. For more fall color photos, follow ODNR, Ohio State Parks and Ohio The Heart of It All. on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at @OhioDNR, @OHStateParks, @odnrforestry and @OhioTheHeartofitAll.
The Ohio Division of Forestry promotes the wise use and sustainable management of Ohio’s public and private woodlands. To learn more about Ohio’s woodlands, visit forestry.ohiodnr.gov. Follow us on Facebook and on Instagram @odnrforestry.
In 2024, join ODNR as we celebrate 75 years of protecting Ohio’s natural resources and providing outstanding and award-winning recreational opportunities.
ODNR ensures a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all. Visit the ODNR website at ohiodnr.gov.
