Seasons · May 2026 · 5 min
Broken Bow fall 2026: dates, colors, and how to book the best weekend
The 2026 fall foliage forecast for Broken Bow — peak dates, which weekends to book, and what's already selling out.
Fall 2026 in Broken Bow will follow the usual rhythm: first color the second week of October, peak the last weekend of October through the first weekend of November, last color the second week of November.
BEST WEEKENDS TO BOOK (in order) 1. Oct 30 – Nov 1, 2026: peak color, always the busiest weekend of the year. Book by early September. 2. Oct 23–25, 2026: pre-peak. Great color, slightly better availability. 3. Nov 6–8, 2026: late color plus pine contrast. Locals' favorite. 4. Oct 16–18, 2026: early color, easier booking.
WEEKENDS TO SKIP IF POSSIBLE Columbus Day weekend (Oct 9–12): pre-color, still pricey. Mid-November after the 15th: bare trees.
HOW BOOKING WORKS FOR FALL Cabins with hot tubs and fire pits go first — usually 6–10 weeks before the weekend. If you're reading this in August 2026 and want the last weekend of October, act now. If you're reading in October and everything's booked, midweek stays (Sun–Thu) often still have availability.
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WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE GROUND Daytime highs: 62–72°F. Nighttime lows: 42–52°F. Perfect hot-tub weather. Rain: usually one wet day per weekend. Crowds: Beavers Bend gets busy 10 AM – 3 PM; go early or late.
DIRECT BOOKING SAVES $$$ IN FALL Fall rates are premium everywhere. Skipping the 15% OTA service fee on a $400/night cabin over 3 nights saves you ~$180.
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Cabins that fit this trip
Property 01
Sound of Sunshine
Game room, hot tub, arcade & fire pit — sleeps 18.
18 Guests · 6 Bedrooms · From $300 / night
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As Good As It Gets
Private heated pool, hot tub & creekside game-room cabin.
20 Guests · 5 Bedrooms · From $300 / night
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