Minnesota is one of the most beautiful states in the country and that's especially true when the leaves start changing colors.

Leaves in the northern third of Minnesota are already starting to reach peak fall colors, the middle third of the state will start turning in the next week, and the southern third will peak over the next few weeks.

The Minnesota DNR updates this map to show you how each region of the state is progressing.

Need help planning your Fall road-trip? Explore Minnesota put together a list of ten great Fall Color Drives. Their list includes "some well-known favorites, and some lesser-known gems where you don't have to share the view with a crowd."  Check it out, here.

 

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