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EVERY FALL, people from all over the globe flock to forested areas to view the splendorous sight of leaves shedding their chlorophyll green hue and revealing their true colors. It's an exceptional event, so these leaf peepers must plan their trips perfectly. The magical transformation of leaves turning from green to red, yellow, and orange is quick and only happens when conditions align seamlessly; not too much rain and just enough sun. Here, we're calling out the top leaf-peeping destinations so you can have the ultimate autumnal experience. The what, when, & where of leaf peeping. ASPEN, COLORADO To fully surround yourself in a land of leaves, head to the Maroon Bells, southwest of Aspen. Highly photographed, these mountains showcase a majestic display of foliage and, therefore, are a super popular place. To access them, take a shuttle bus that leaves from Aspen. Trees that wow: Blue Spruce, Douglas Fir, Narrowleaf Cottonwood, Quaking Aspen Colors to behold: When to go: September NORTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIFORNIA The exact timing for when the leaves change color varies, and depends on many factors. Luckily, Lake Tahoe and the Eastern Sierra Nevada mountains offer an expansive area to—metaphorically—follow the rainbow of seasonal hues as the foliage transitions shades. Spooner Lake and Marlette Lake are leaf-peeping hot spots. Trees that wow: Quaking Aspen, Cottonwood, Pine, Fir Colors to behold: When to go: September – Late October Peep This