The explosion of vibrant fall colors can be spotted from the Cuyahoga Valley National Park to the Cooperrider-Kent Bog State Nature Preserve to the Wingfoot Lake State Park and just about everywhere in between. The recent frosty nights were just the wakeup call for Mother Nature to begin painting the landscape in orange, red and yellows.

Axios Visuals Peak fall foliage colors are upon us. Why it matters: The window to catch the best and brightest autumn foliage display is brief. State of play: This week kicks off peak leaf-peeping for several counties in Southeast Pennsylvania,

There's nothing quite like seeing the Garden State become blanketed in the bright colors of fall foliage. Get the best views at one of these NJ parks.

This map shows the best leaf colors seen across New Jersey as of Oct. 18, 2024. The New Jersey Forest Service says the foliage colors have reached their peak in many northern counties and some central areas of the state. NJ Advance Media | New Jersey Forest Service

Throughout much of Greater Cleveland, trees have reached their peak colors for a colorful display of fall foliage.

Fall colors in Ohio are nearing or at their peak, state officials say. So if you're looking to get out and enjoy them, here's 15 state parks to try.