See Autumn at its FINEST in Asheville, North Carolina

Western North Carolina is home to the highest mountains east of the Mississippi River, including Mt. Mitchell at 6,684 feet and Grandfather Mountain at 5,949 feet. Because of the differences in elevation in the mountains near Asheville, the "peak" color changes week to week. Brilliant color begins to appear at the higher elevations as early as late September, along with a profusion of wildflowers. The autumn hues intensify and creep down the mountain slopes throughout October and some coves and gorges will continue to show off their fall finery through early November.