34 Best Places to See Fall Foliage in the U.S. 2025

The list

1. 01

   Hudson Valley, New York

   Rolling hills, historic estates, and charming river towns like Cold Spring and Beacon glow with fiery maples and golden oaks.

2. 02

   Telluride, Colorado

   Tucked into a box canyon in the San Juan Mountains, Telluride bursts into brilliant shades of gold each fall as its namesake aspens blanket the peaks and valleys.

3. 03

   Door County, Wisconsin

   Door County shines in autumn with a brilliant mix of crimson maples, golden birches, and deep-green pines.

4. 04

   Cacapon River, West Virginia

   Tranquil and scenic, the Cacapon River is a true hidden gem for autumn leaf-peeping nestled in the Appalachian Mountains.

5. 05

   Bucks County, Pennsylvania

   Stroll or bike along the Delaware Canal towpath, hike to dramatic overlooks at Ralph Stover State Park’s High Rocks, or wander the historic grounds of Washington Crossing and Tyler State Park.

6. 06

   Mt. Rainier National Park, Washington

   From late September through mid-October, Mt. Rainier will ignite in fiery hues. Prime spots include Reflection Lakes, the Skyline Trail, and the Sunrise region.

7. 07

   Reno, Nevada

   Reno's fall season glows from the downtown riverfront to the nearby Mt. Rose trails bursting with aspen hues.

8. 08

   Stowe, Vermont

   Stowe turns into a dazzling autumn canvas from late September through mid-October. Glide along Smugglers' Notch or ascend Mount Mansfield.

9. 09

   Seward Highway, Alaska

   This 125-mile byway from Anchorage to Seward is famed for its dramatic fall display with fiery birch and aspen lighting up the rugged Chugach forests.

10. 10

    Columbia River Gorge, Oregon

    As autumn arrives, the Columbia River Gorge bustles with golden cottonwoods, vine and big-leaf maples, and red alders.

11. 11

    Camden, Maine

    This picturesque seaside town was voted one of the best places in New England to view fall foliage.

12. 12

    Northeast Kingdom, Vermont

    Vermont's Northeast Kingdom is known as one of the best leaf-peeping destinations in the country, featuring an annual fall foliage festival.

13. 13

    North Conway, New Hampshire

    Revel in the rugged White Mountains by taking a scenic drive along the Kancamagus Highway or a vintage train through the Mount Washington Valley.

14. 14

    Stockbridge, Massachusetts

    Stockbridge is the quintessential charming New England town, home to the Norman Rockwell museum and scenic rural drives.

15. 15

    Saranac Lake, New York

    The Adirondacks have one of the longest fall foliage seasons in the Northeast, lasting from mid-September through mid-October.