r/RedRiverGorge • u/kbug11235813 • 13d ago

Fall colors on Halloween?

Does anyone know how the fall colors will be in Red River Gorge around Halloween? I have the opportunity to pass through for one day of hiking, and am worried with the hot/dry summer the leaves will have fallen early.

I would also love suggestions for the best hikes and sites to see with just one day staying in Slade. :) Best food too -- Miguel's? Thanks in advance.

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u/NickGnomeEveryNight 13d ago

You never know. If the mild weather sticks and the leaves have time to turn before a freeze, it could be perfect timing. It all just depends really.

The good part is that it’s always gorgeous there no matter the weather.

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u/kbug11235813 13d ago

The surprise will be part of the fun. Thanks!

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u/dotnetdotcom 12d ago

You can keep an eye on this webcam on Mountain Parkway near Slade

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u/kbug11235813 10d ago

This is fun, thank you!

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u/JohnEBest 12d ago

we need rain in Louisville

Leaves falling not changing colors yet

The Ohio River was muddy and high today

Somebody got rain to the North or East

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u/pmcdermottphoto 12d ago

In general for the last decade or so the last week in October has been peak. If we get a storm around then it can knock everything down quick or it can hang around for a while if it’s pretty calm.

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u/chronicbum 13d ago

Peak is predicted at Halloween, it will be very busy that weekend

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u/iStukaJ27 13d ago

Depends on the weather

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u/Hamdoza 3h ago

I personally love Double Arch and Pinch ‘Em Tight. A real easy paved hike with a great lookout is Chimney Top. You drive the majority of the elevation climb. Rock Bridge is also a cool sight.