Autumn is sweeping across the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York, with foliage now reaching nearly 35% across most of the county!
While the county is starting to put on a show, Allegany State Park is slightly behind, but still as beautiful as ever.
A Weekend Made for Fall
The Enchanted Mountains are full of ways to enjoy the changing season this weekend, October 2-4. From outdoor adventures and local events to seasonal attractions, there is something waiting around every bend.
Fall Foliage at Sprague's Maple Farm — Weather permitting on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am - 4pm through October 18th, Sprague's will be offerring free wagon rides to the sugarhouse, where hot mulled cider and fresh maple donuts will be served. Save room for dinner at the restaurant!
Salamanca-Seneca Falling Leaves Festival— Experience Seneca culture and heritage and enjoy the beautiful fall foliage at the Annual Falling Leaves Festival October 2nd - October 4th. There will be face painting, balloon animals, live music and more!
7th Annual Harvest Day — Visit Rusty Rooster Farm & Vintage in Portville for their Harvest Day on Saturday, October 3rd from 10am - 4pm. There will be outdoor activities, apple cider pressing, donuts, photo stops, door prizes and more!
There are so many more activities and events! For a complete list of things happening this weekend and throughout the season, visit our events page.
Make Room for Fall Traditions
A visit to the Enchanted Mountains in autumn wouldn’t be complete without experiencing some of the traditions that make this season so memorable.
Schedule a fall foliage ride with Revolution Rail Co and take in the countryside from a 2 or 4 person railbike! Make your way to Pumpkinville for pumpkins, fall fun and all the sights, sounds and flavors of the season. Experience Night Lights at Griffis Sculpture Park as they light up sculptures on the trails on weekends through Columbus Day. Continue with another fall tradition with a stop at Cummins Cider Mill, where the arrival of fall means cider, seasonal treats and the unmistakable taste of autumn in the Enchanted Mountains.
These are the kinds of places and experiences that make fall in the Enchanted Mountains more than just a season — they make it a tradition.
The leaves are sill just beginning to change, but the season is already here. Come explore the Enchanted Mountains and be sure to take the scenic route. Discover a new fall tradition and watch the landscape transform one colorful leaf at a time.
Current foliage in the Enchanted Mountains: Approximately 35% change
Keep an eye on the rest of New York's Foliage with the I LOVE NY Fall Foliage Report.
Start planning your Enchanted Mountains getaway!
