A few weeks ago, we told you what causes leaves to change colors in the fall. According to the Missouri Department of Conservation, the peak of fall color here in Missouri is around mid-October, so we thought today would be a perfect time to talk about some of the MDC’s suggestions for places to catch the best fall color in our region.
In the Kansas City region, maples are turning shades of red and orange, while honey locusts, elms, redbuds, hickories, and hackberry trees are yellow. The MDC suggests Highways 45 and 224 for those who want to take a scenic drive along the Missouri. For those who really want to get out and enjoy this display of fall color, you can try a hike at Big Buffalo Creek and Burr Oak Woods Conservation Areas, the Maple Woods and White Alloe Creek Natural Areas, or Knob Knoster State Park.
You can check out the MDC website for additional places to see a fabulous display of fall color all around Missouri. And if you’ve been out and about enjoying the colors of the trees this fall, let us know where you’ve seen the best color at. The team at Cartwright Tree Care would love to hear from you!
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