Fairsted (Olmsted NHS)fall foliage
No reports yet this season for Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site (Fairsted). It usually peaks Oct 11–20.
Right now in Fairsted (Olmsted NHS) · September
13days to the next fall foliage seasonusually Oct 11–20
Next 7 days
- Rain likely · up to 98% chanceThis Afternoon, Tonight
National Weather Service forecast, issued Mon 1:54 PM (Eastern). Frost: a low of 36°F or less; wind: 20 mph or more; rain: 60% chance or more.
Frost near Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site (Fairsted)
First frost usually in ~4 weeks
Oct 23Average first fall frost
Apr 19Average last spring frost
The day a 32°F night is as likely as not, 1991–2020, at NOAA's Jamaica Plain station (1.6 mi away, 95 ft). Source ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site (Fairsted) through the year
- Landscape at peak bloom, mid-May to mid-JuneMay–Jun
- Hottest weatherJul–Aug
- Peak fall foliage, mid-OctoberOct
Best spots around Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site (Fairsted)
- Rock GardenA curving path through broad-leaved mountain laurel and hay-scented ferns
- South LawnA rolling swath of green, planted so its edges hide the neighbors
- The HollowA small sunken garden just inside the entrance
Trees this fall (Sep 15–21). Across New England, red maple is ahead of a typical year; the rest are close to typical. Which trees turn when →
How we know
National Park Service, Frederick Law Olmsted NHS park data (opens in a new tab) (Sep 28) · National Park Service, Frederick Law Olmsted NHS FAQs (opens in a new tab) (Sep 28) · National Park Service, a getaway to Fairsted (opens in a new tab) (Sep 28) · National Weather Service forecast and alerts (opens in a new tab) (Sep 28) · USA National Phenology Network, colored leaves observations (opens in a new tab) (Sep 28) · NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (annual/seasonal) (opens in a new tab) (Sep 27)
Questions people ask
When is peak fall foliage in Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site (Fairsted) in 2026?
There's no forecast yet. In a typical year it peaks Oct 11–20. We add the forecast as soon as one is published.
How is the fall color in Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site (Fairsted) right now?
Not now: the fall foliage season is over for this year. The next one starts in about 13 days (usually Oct 11–20).
Is there a fee?
No: there is no entrance or tour fee.Source: National Park Service, Frederick Law Olmsted NHS FAQs ↗ (opens in a new tab)
How long should I plan?
The Park Service suggests 1.5 to 2 hours for the tour and exhibits; ranger-led tours of the grounds and historic design office take about 30 minutes. The grounds are open every day, dawn to dusk.Source: National Park Service, Frederick Law Olmsted NHS FAQs ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Where are the best spots in Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site (Fairsted)?
Rock Garden: a curving path through broad-leaved mountain laurel and hay-scented ferns; South Lawn: a rolling swath of green, planted so its edges hide the neighbors; The Hollow: a small sunken garden just inside the entrance.
What is Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site (Fairsted) like through the year?
Landscape at peak bloom, mid-May to mid-June (May–Jun), Hottest weather (Jul–Aug) and Peak fall foliage, mid-October (Oct).