'Official Autumn Tree!'
This tree, located on the valley floor in Sapphire Valley was one of the first to turn and look so good! This image was taken September 8!
Sapphire Valley is perfectly located on the Blue Ridge Escarpment which provides great weather for leaf season!
The valley floor in Sapphire Valley averages 3200' in elevation. The highest point is Toxaway Mountain at 4274'. Temperatures can vary about 3.5 degrees per 1000'. The elevation changes provide great leaf colors for a more prolong autumn season!
With many long range views from the valley you can see the amazing changes high on the mountain sides.
Please visit our 2022 WNC Fall Leave Color Guide on our sister site: High South Adventures!
Your guide to find the best in Western North Carolina fall leaf color, avoid traffic, find festivals and family fun!
GO TO: [2022 FALL LEAVE COLORS GUIDE]
This tree, located on the valley floor in Sapphire Valley was one of the first to turn and look so good! This image was taken September 8!