The colors of yellow, gold, orange and red are awaiting us this autumn. Where will they appear first? This fall foliage map shows where.

Soil moisture also affect fall leaf color. That's where dry conditions can be an influence. Late springs or summer droughts can push back the starting date of fall color, the Forest Service says. An overall warm fall also lowers the intensity of leaf colors.

Fall colors doesn't just refer to the trees and leaves – festive imagery like pumpkins, candy corn and apples also fall in this autumn color palette.

Here’s when and where to see peak fall colors in Utah. According to VisitUtah, “It’s difficult to predict the exact dates of the leaves turning because there are a number of factors involved. But a good gauge is to assume that the best fall foliage viewing season begins in the highest elevations in mid-September and wraps in early-October in most places.

There are several great places to enjoy Utah fall colors. These drives & destinations are some of our favorite spots to enjoy autumn in the Beehive State.