Natural History Wanderings

Asheville NC Fall Foliage Color 2017 reports

Spotty color is already appearing in the highest regions thanks to a cool first half of the month. Best color now along the Blue Ridge Parkway is the Rough Ridge and Graveyard Fields areas. Watch for more updates on our Facebook page.
Weather Outlook: Sunny, warm and dry for the next week (highs in 80s in valleys and 70s in most of mountains). It feels more like summer, so use sunscreen and take plenty of water on hikes. Much cooler next weekend.