Little River Canyonfall foliage
No reports yet this season for Little River Canyon National Preserve. It usually peaks Oct 21–Nov 10.
Right now in Little River Canyon · September
- Wildflowers · Feb–Nov
23days to the next fall foliage seasonusually Oct 21–Nov 10
Next 7 days
- Rain likely · up to 62% chanceSunday, Sunday Night
National Weather Service forecast, issued Mon 12:21 PM (Eastern). Frost: a low of 36°F or less; wind: 20 mph or more; rain: 60% chance or more.
Frost near Little River Canyon National Preserve
First frost usually in ~6 weeks
Nov 8Average first fall frost
Mar 29Average last spring frost
The day a 32°F night is as likely as not, 1991–2020, at NOAA's Ft Payne station (6.3 mi away, 917 ft). Source ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Little River Canyon National Preserve through the year
- WildflowersNowFeb–Nov
- Fall color at Canyon ViewOct–Dec
- River high enough to paddleNov–Apr
Best spots around Little River Canyon National Preserve
- Canyon Rim Parkway11-mile drive with eight overlooks
- Little River FallsThe 45-ft falls where the canyon begins
- Canyon View OverlookThe river about 400 ft below
- Grace's High FallsA 133-ft seasonal waterfall, usually dry in summer
How we know
National Weather Service forecast and alerts (opens in a new tab) (Sep 28) · National Park Service, Little River Canyon things to do (opens in a new tab) (Sep 27) · NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (annual/seasonal) (opens in a new tab) (Sep 27) · National Park Service, Little River Canyon fall colors (opens in a new tab) (Sep 26) · National Park Service, Little River Canyon Rim Parkway (opens in a new tab) (Sep 26) · National Park Service, Little River Falls (opens in a new tab) (Sep 26) · National Park Service, Canyon View Overlook (opens in a new tab) (Sep 26) · National Park Service, Grace's High Falls (opens in a new tab) (Sep 26) · National Park Service, Little River Canyon weather (opens in a new tab) (Sep 26)
Questions people ask
When is peak fall foliage in Little River Canyon National Preserve in 2026?
There's no forecast yet. In a typical year it peaks Oct 21–Nov 10. We add the forecast as soon as one is published.
How is the fall color in Little River Canyon National Preserve right now?
Not now: the fall foliage season is over for this year. The next one starts in about 23 days (usually Oct 21–Nov 10).
Can I drive the Rim Parkway in an RV?
RVs and vehicles with trailers aren't recommended on it.Source: National Park Service, Little River Canyon Rim Parkway ↗ (opens in a new tab)
How close can I get to Little River Falls?
Stay at least 50 feet from the edge of the falls: it's the law.Source: National Park Service, Little River Falls ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Where are the best spots in Little River Canyon National Preserve?
Canyon Rim Parkway: 11-mile drive with eight overlooks; Little River Falls: the 45-ft falls where the canyon begins; Canyon View Overlook: the river about 400 ft below; Grace's High Falls: a 133-ft seasonal waterfall, usually dry in summer.
What is Little River Canyon National Preserve like through the year?
Wildflowers (Feb–Nov), Fall color at Canyon View (Oct–Dec) and River high enough to paddle (Nov–Apr).