🍁 Week 1 October 2026 – October 1–7
Date: September 29, 2026, Location: White Haven, PA – Lehigh Gorge / Poconos Region
Status: Approaching Peak in Northern Poconos, Strong Color in Central Zones
The first week of October usually marks near‑peak color in the northern Poconos and strong, building color in the central Lehigh Gorge region. DCNR’s historical reports and PMVB’s foliage map both show this window as a prime time for leaf‑peeping in Northeast PA.
Color Levels
- Northern Poconos: 60–75% color, approaching peak
- Central Poconos / Lehigh Gorge: 40–60% color
- Southern Poconos / Jim Thorpe: 25–40% color
Recommended Adventures
- Bike + Raft Combos in the Lehigh Gorge
- Assisted Camping with cool nights and colorful mornings
- Scenic drives through Route 115 / Route 940 / Route 903
This is a prime week for guests who want strong color without full crowds—especially midweek. Book biking, rafting, or assisted camping at PoconosOutdoors.com or call 570‑899‑0400.
Fall Foliage Report Information Resources:
Penn Woods Fall Foliage Report
Pocono Mountains Fall Foliage Report
🌲 Enjoy the Great Pocono Outdoors!
Try our Poconos Biking with Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking, or Tubing Combo Tours on the Lehigh River in Jim Thorpe, PA. Or explore hiking trails, disc golf at Hickory Run State Park, and our VIP bike shuttle services.
For more adventure options, visit the Pocono Fun page.