Mississippi Fall Foliage 2026
For 2026 planning, Mississippi's typical peak is November 1, within the October 28 to November 5 window. The 550-foot high ground usually peaks around November 1, while 250-foot valleys follow around November 2, with oak, sweetgum, bald cypress, and hickory dominating. Plan the northern hills for early November; the coast typically reaches late November, if at all.
Seasonal model estimate. Timing remains uncertain; check recent reports before traveling. Source: seasonal timing model. Calculated .
What changes color here
- oak
- sweetgum
- bald cypress
- hickory
Northern hills early November; the coast late November if at all.
What to shoot instead
Prioritize bald cypress in the backwaters during November, using a polarizer to manage reflections and deepen color. The northern hills offer the more reliable early-November window, while the coast is a late-November option only.
Where to shoot in Mississippi
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Recent reports from Mississippi
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- Does Mississippi have a fall foliage season?
- Bald cypress in the backwaters turns rust-orange in November and is the only foliage subject really worth planning around. Northern hills early November; the coast late November if at all.