Standing amongst the golden leaves on the West Fork Trail in Oak Creek Canyon
Leaf peeping during the fall on Oak Creek Canyon's West Fork trail

Fall foliage in Flagstaff…

Leaf peeping in Flagstaff, Arizona - golden aspens at Snowbowl

Vs. Fall Foliage in Oak Creek…

Red and orange fall color on the West Fork Trail on Oak Creek Canyon

For anyone looking for a more traditional Arizona fall hike with a medley of autumn hues, the West Fork is the place for you. It’s basically the only place in Arizona where you can see such a wide variety of fall color all in one place. The soothing sounds of the creek in an area with little water combined with an abundance of maples and oaks make West Fork the most New England-ish feeling hike in the area.

The leaves scattered amongst the trail really enhance the fall ambiance. As you walk through the dense forest, you can’t help but feel that East Coast fall nostalgia as you hear the sound of the leaves crunching beneath your feet. So anyone living out West missing the leafy scenery and Eastern fall ambiance will likely appreciate this trail even more!

Beautiful fall scenes throughout the West Fork trail

Great red rock views and fall foliage along the West Fork trail in Oak Creek Canyon
Great leaf peeping on the West Fork trail on Oak Creek Canyon
Fall leaf peeping on the West Fork trail on Oak Creek Canyon
Leaf peeping on the West Fork trail on Oak Creek Canyon
Gorgeous leaf peeping on the West Fork trail on Oak Creek Canyon
Yellow fall leaves on the West Fork trail on Oak Creek Canyon