07/30/2021
Top 10 Fall Destinations in the U.S
For fall foliage, stunning scenery and fewer crowds.
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Asheville, North Carolina
Asheville has everything you could want in a fall getaway. The downtown area is filled with unique shops, galleries, breweries, and restaurants. As you walk the streets you are almost guaranteed to see some local street performers! Go for a hike in Pisgah National forest or just drive around the park to take in the beauty the fall foliage has to offer.
Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Located near some of the country’s best national parks and most popular ski areas, Jackson Hole is a great place to visit year-round, but fall is ideal if you want to avoid some of the crowds and see the colorful mountain foliage. The ski season typically starts at the end of November, so time your trip for early fall to enjoy milder weather without the summer season visitors. A short drive to both Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park, Jackson Hole is truly a gateway to autumnal outdoor adventure.
Berkshires, Massachusetts
If you want to escape to rolling hills of stunning fall foliage, head to the Berkshires in western Massachusetts. There are several charming towns to choose from, including Lenox, Stockbridge, and Pittsfield, and at this time of year, you can drive from town to town while enjoying views of the colorful changing leaves.
Sonoma, California
Fall is an ideal time to visit California’s wine country. Wine lovers will want to tour the area’s vineyards and wineries – cloaked in beautiful red, orange, and yellow foliage at this time of year — or take a ride on the open-air Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley. Take a break from the wineries and go for an easy hike on the Bodega Head Trail for sweeping ocean and bay views, and be sure to grab some fresh seafood for lunch.
Flagstaff, Arizona
Flagstaff is a nature lover’s dream in early fall. This Arizona city is surrounded by national forests, monuments, and parks, so there’s plenty to see and explore at this time of year. Learn about Native American history and culture at Wupatki National Monument, where you’ll find pueblos that were occupied 900 years ago, and visit the Petrified Forest National Park to see petrified wood and the hills of the Painted Desert. Grand Canyon National Park is just an hour and a half away, so you can easily take a day trip to this incredible national park and enjoy milder weather and fewer crowds compared to the summer months.
Burlington, Vermont
Burlington, Vermont is covered in red, orange, and yellow hues as the leaves change every autumn, making it one of the best fall vacation destinations in the U.S. Spend a day picking your own apples at one of the many nearby orchards, visit a pumpkin patch, or take a scenic drive to check out the beautiful foliage. After a day spent exploring, enjoy a local beer or two at one of the craft breweries in town.
Telluride, Colorado
You might think of Telluride as a winter ski destination, but this Colorado town is beautiful all year round. Early fall is ideal if you’re looking for colorful foliage in a breathtaking mountain setting. Visit in September or early October to take full advantage of the season’s offerings. Go for a hike or bike ride, or take in 360-degree views of the mountains and valley from the gondola, which runs until the end of the summer season on Oct. 18, before pausing until the winter season begins. You could also opt to visit in early December to enjoy the first days of the ski season (which typically starts around Thanksgiving Day).
Maui, Hawaii
Sure, brightly colored fall foliage is nice, but autumn is also the perfect time to head to beachy, tropical destinations. Here, you can lounge on beautiful beaches, go hiking in a rain forest, or just relax at one of the many stunning resorts on this island. Adults-only Hotel Wailea is perfect for a romantic getaway, while Montage Kapalua Bay offers Paintbox, a program for kids ages five to 12.
Bar Harbor, Maine
Peak foliage in Bar Harbor, located on Mount Desert Island, is typically from mid-September into the first two weeks of October. All season long, see the remarkable trees' transition by people-powered transportation: hiking and biking. One trail for hikers looking for a serious adventure while leaf peeping is the Beehive Trail, complete with an exposed iron rung climb. Each year, guests from around the world travel to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park to take in the vibrant reds, yellows and oranges of our famed foliage. Year after year, what keeps our visitors coming back are the numerous activities catered specific to each traveler.
New York, New York
With the summer heat gone, fall is a perfect time to visit New York City. Shopping and dining venues are open across the city, and some museums — like The Metropolitan Museum of Art — are slated to reopen at the end of August. Pick a hotel located along Central Park, which offer park views, so you can enjoy the canopy of changing leaves from the comfort of your room. Of course, you’ll want to grab some coffee and stroll through the iconic park to soak in the skyline views amid colorful trees.
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