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A Guide to Fall in Dubuque

Fall is best accompanied by changing colors, crisp weather, orchards, and pumpkin patches. Looking to get away this season? Look no further than #WhereIowaStarted.

Fall in Dubuque

Take a look through some of this season’s road trip, passport, places to explore…and more!

Road Trip to Three States in One Day

Looking to explore the areas around Dubuque and #WhereIowaStarted? How about a jam-packed road trip with stops in three states in just one day? Do as much or as little of this itinerary as you can and snap photos along the way tagging @traveldubuque and #WhereIowaStarted.

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9 Places to Experience Fall in Dubuque

 

Dubuque is blessed to have limestone bluffs that go on for miles and in the fall, these vistas turn every vibrant shade of autumn imaginable. Peak color usually takes place the weekend closest to October 10. Stroll through Iowa’s longest-running Farmers’ Market, go pumpkin pickin’ at local farms, sip on a pumpkin spice latte, brew, or glass of wine.

 

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Instagram Challenge

Take our Fall Instagram Challenge by picking up a #WhereIowaStarted picture frame and capture as many of these fall moments as you can!

 

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Places to experience the changing colors.

While there are many places to take in fall colors, these are a few you won’t want to miss.

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More to explore.

Want to discover even more ways to experience the Dubuque area? Check out these articles for inspiration.

Events

What's happening.

Check out these events coming up in September & October.

FAQS

Your questions answered.

When is peak color for fall?

Fall peak color is typically the weekend closest to October 10.

Which colors are created by which trees?

Great question! The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has compiled a list of tree colors here.

Where are some places to view fall color?

This article has a list of various places to visit throughout the fall season.