With each passing week, Iowans are left with more opportunities to enjoy the changing leaves, according to the latest Fall Color Report from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.

Peak viewing in northeast Iowa continues for about another week. This year’s fall color season has been a bit unusual, starting early with vibrant colors which have slowed somewhat after recent precipitation. Nonetheless, all species except oaks are turning color.

Colors are coming on in central Iowa, but are not at peak viewing just yet. Hard maples are showing red, yellow, and orange. Hickory, walnut, cottonwood, and hackberry are bright yellow, while Virginia creeper vines are bright red and crimson.

In southeast Iowa, yellow to brown can be seen in walnut, elm, hickory, and cottonwood, with some already losing their leaves. Poison ivy, sumac and Virginia creeper are turning bright red. Some purple is showing on white ash, as maples are starting to show red, yellow, and orange. Peak viewing in southeast Iowa is anticipated to start October 20.

For a complete Fall Color Report for the State, click here.