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When Fall Leaves Will Peak In Pueblo And Where Best To See Them

Interactive map shows when leaves will peak across U.S.

By Macaroni KID November 4, 2022

Wondering when the color of fall leaves will peak in 2022 near Pueblo and where best to see them?

David Angotti can tell you. He is a statistical expert and the co-founder of the site SmokyMountains.com. His love for weather, travel, technology, and the autumn season led him to begin developing a nationwide fall leaf map in 2013 after one Smoky Mountains visitor too many inquired with him when the leaves would be at their fall best.

What started as a fun side-project quickly became the most respected nationwide fall leaf map and one of the best fall resources in the country. Now, tens of millions of people use his map each year to plan everything from photography trips to weddings. But the most common users are simply people wondering when the leaves will peak near them, just like you're wondering when leaves will be at their best fall color in {Town}!

While not an exact science, the predictive map uses a complex algorithm that carefully analyzes several million data points and outputs approximately 50,000 predictive data pieces to determine when leaves will peak in each part of the country.

Check out the map below to see when the leaves will peak near Pueblo or another part of the country. Simply move the slider along the bottom to see when leaves are expected to reach peak color in Pueblo, Fountain and other parts of Colorado.

Where to go leaf peeping in Pueblo

While at Macaroni KID Pueblo we don't use scientific data to determine the best place to go in Pueblo to see fall leaves, we think we have pretty good intel!

Here are my family's top five places near Pueblo to go leaf-peeping:


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Pueblo Reservoir 

Lake Pueblo State Park

A cool breeze off the water and countless trails to wander make this spot perfect for appreciating how the seasons change.


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City Park

600-2458 Carlile Ave, Pueblo, CO 81005

If you have experienced City Park already, you know it is one of the most beautiful spots in town. Stroll between the trees and around the water and enjoy a perfect fall day. 


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Nature & Wildlife Discovery Center

5200 Nature Center Rd, Pueblo, CO 81003

The Nature and Wildlife Discovery Center is nothing short of breathtaking. It is a multi-campus nature reserve so plan on just doing a section or spending a whole day. 


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The River Walk 

125 E Riverwalk, Pueblo, CO 81003

The River Walk has plenty if leafy trees to admire as the seasons change while taking in all the beauty and fun the river walk has to offer.


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Pueblo Mountain Park

 9112 Pueblo Mountain Park Rd, Beulah, CO 81023

Immerse yourself in nature with these amazing trails through the trees. There are connections to some National Forest Trails that start at Pueblo Mountain Park, so get a map and take a fall adventure!