WHERE TO SEE THE BEST SHADES OF FALL FOLIAGE IN THE UNITED STATES

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How do you choose your optimum leaf peeping adventure? We asked frequent travelers to share their favorite locations for enjoying the shades of fall colors and foliage.

From the classic fall scenery of New England to the less well known, but equally impressive autumn foliage of New Mexico, these destinations will stay with you long after the last autumn leaves have fallen.

Spectacular sights include the waves of color reflecting in the still waters of the many lakes and ponds, and the tunnels of color created by the trees forming canopies over walkways in The Mall.

Central Park, NYC

The best time to visit there is especially during mid-September-mid-October when the color of the leaves varies strikingly. At that time, you’ll witness the trees and bushes that will begin to appear yellow, followed by turning-into orange.

Lake Geneva, WI

A personal favorite is Minnewaska State Park, which has a lovely trail around a lake, and a short side trail that reveals an overlook with amazing views over a forest of fall foliage filled with reds, oranges and yellows.

The Hudson Valley, NY

Famous for being a popular “leaf peeping” destination, thousands flock to this remarkable national park to drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway and take in the sweeping views of the Smoky Mountains washed in the autumn colors of orange, red, and yellow.

Smokey Mountains National Park, TN

Drive Highway 29, or the less trafficked Silverado Trail, up the valley. You will be treated not only to fall foliage on trees along the way, but the vineyards look gloriously scenic as well, dressed in yellow, orange, and red.

Napa Valley, CA

The park stretches along a ridge top of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, offering colorful views from the highest peak to the surrounding foothills. Differing elevations stretch the foliage season, which generally begins in early October.

Shenandoah National Park, VA

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