Autumn has officially arrived in west central Minnesota. The landscape that was once filled with flowers and vibrant hues of green is now full of deep reds, oranges and yellows.
Spending time outside has become especially important for many during the pandemic. This change of season calls for a jacket, some hot cider and enjoying the beautiful outdoors before winter arrives.
According to the Fall Color Finder from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Sibley State Park located near New London is fast approaching peak colors. In addition to Sibley, there are many trails, parks and lakes throughout the area — such as the Glacial Lakes State Trail and Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center — to enjoy the changing colors.
So, before it's too late, get outside and enjoy nature's finest hour throughout the county.
1/8: Yellows and oranges begin to pop up in the landscape Sept. 23 along the Glacial Lakes State Trail near Willmar. Erica Dischino / West Central Tribune
2/8: Leaves changes from green to red and yellow Sept. 23 along the Glacial Lakes State Trail near Willmar. Erica Dischino / West Central Tribune
3/8: The sunsets over a changing autumn landscape Sept. 23 along 45th Avenue Northeast near the Glacial Lakes State Trail in Willmar. Erica Dischino / West Central Tribune
4/8: Leaves change on Monday along Sibley Park Road Northeast at Sibley State Park near New London. Erica Dischino / West Central Tribune
5/8: A path is covered with fallen leaves as the trees begin to change color on Monday at Sibley State Park near New London. Erica Dischino / West Central Tribune
6/8: A cow grazes Tuesday along State Highway 9 near New London among the changing leaves. Erica Dischino / West Central Tribune
7/8: Yellows and oranges begin to pop up in the landscape Sept. 23 along the Glacial Lakes State Trail near Willmar. Erica Dischino / West Central Tribune
8/8: Greens change to yellows and reds on Monday at Sibley State Park near New London. Erica Dischino / West Central Tribune
