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Traveling through California this fall? Then you're in for a treat -- as the Golden State lives up to its name, and then some, as majestic California mountains and valleys take on the multi-colored hues of Autumn. Leave Hollywood and head north for an all-natural movie set complete with technicolor backgrounds and breathtaking special effects.

Nominated for best California fall color are places like Big Sur, the Bay Area, the Napa Valley, and Humboldt Redwoods State Park. But usually the golden Oscar goes to (you guessed it).... Yosemite National Park.

Don't forget the camera!

2023 California Fall Foliage Reports : California Fall Color

Peak Times : October, November

Fall Foliage Hotline : 1-800-354-4595

Suggested Viewing :

•  Highway 49

•  Big Sur

•  Yosemite National Park

•  Big Bear Lake

•  Lake Arrowhead

•  Humboldt Redwoods State Park
  
  

also see -> California Campgrounds | California Wineries

More about California fall colors around the Web:

Best California fall foliage reports and locations - And they mean it, with a long list blogs, magazine articles and other resources for scoping out the best places to see and photograph California foliage.

Big Sur Scenic Vistas - Spectacular anytime of year, this guide to the coast includes a complete list of what to see including bridges, scenic overviews, and additional facts on campgrounds and state parks.

Bizz Johnson Trail - Located at Eagle Lake in northeast CA, here's a guide to the spectacular views, map & contact info, and related resources

Dan Heller's Pictures of Fall Foliage - Professional photographer's gallery with stunning views of autumn in Yosemite National Park.