Leaf Peeping
Enjoying the changing colors of autumn leaves
Example
James and I are leaf peeping on the North Shore of Superior this weekend. You wanna join?
I'd love to!
Related Slang
Sweater weather | The chilly autumn season |
wautumn | Winter weather during autumn |
finter | Late Fall and early winter |
PSL | Pumpkin Spice Latte |
PSF | Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino |
Cuffing season | The fall and winter time period where people begin relationships |
Nippy | Cold |
wanna | Want to |
Touron | A moronic tourist |
Citiot | Idiot from the city |
Leaf peeping is when people travel to view and enjoy the vibrant colors of autumn leaves, typically from late September through October, in regions known for their impressive fall foliage, such as New England and the Midwest in the United States. People who partake in leaf peeping (aka "leaf peepers") often plan scenic drives, hikes, or train rides to get the best views of trees as their leaves transition into brilliant shades of red, orange, and yellow.
People often share their leaf-peeping experiences on social media, where they post photos and updates on peak leaf-changing times as they celebrate the beauty of the changing season. While it is generally a lighthearted term, locals living in these high-traffic areas may curse the leaf-peeping visitors for clogging roads and viewpoints.