3 Missouri Spots Among The Best In The State To See Fall Foliage

Fall is right around the corner, the time of year when the weather starts too cool down, days become shorter and leaves begin to transform into vibrant orange, yellow and red hues. Fortunately for people who make a hobby out of viewing the autumnal changes, those vivid blooms can be found all around the country — including in Missouri .

SmokyMountains.com compiled a list of the best places in each state to view the colorful transformation, the must-visit destinations every nature lover should check out to catch watch the fall foliage fully unfold before the winter. According to the site, the three best places in Missouri to see fall foliage are Powell Gardens , Tower Grove Park and Lake of the Ozarks .

Here's what the site had to say about the scenic fall nature views at Powell Gardens:

"To take an in-depth look at all the gorgeous native plants in Missouri, you'll want to stroll through Powell Gardens. During your fall visits, you'll get to experience all the best hues as you travel through the seven garden spaces. With its colorful sourwoods, serviceberries, and more, the David T. Beals III Woodland & Stream Garden paints a beautiful autumn scene to remember. You really cannot go wrong with any of the garden spaces, however, as each has a specially curated mix of plants that highlight the beauty of the region."

Check out the full report at SmokyMountains.com to see more about the destinations around the country with the best fall foliage.