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Fall foliage report in Columbia, SC

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Soda City in fall | Photo by COLAtoday team

To us, watching the leaves turn from vibrant shades of green to tones of amber, scarlet, and rust is one of the most spectacular things in the world.

This year, The Farmers Almanac predicts that the city of Columbia + other areas in South Carolina will see peak fall foliage between Wed., Oct. 19 and Fri., Nov. 4. Lace up your hiking boots + head over to Sesquicentennial State Park to experience the leaf color transformation on one of the park’s many beautiful hiking trails. If that’s not enough, here are some more fall foliage insights.

Wanna know some of our favorite places to see the leaves? Here are some driving-distance spots + pro tips to finding the best views in the city.

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