Fall Foliage

From road trips to local guides, here's everything you need to enjoy the great autumn outdoors and see the most beautiful fall foliage in your part of the country (plus the best times to see it).

Fall Foliage in the US: Autumnal Guide to the Outdoors

New York

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Foliage is undoubtedly one of fall's biggest attractions, especially if you live in New York state and enjoy nature-filled weekend getaways.

Here's the Status of Fall Foliage Across New York State This Week

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Travel

Explore adventure guides and design a custom itinerary for the destination of your choice in and around the city.

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It’s autumn again, that time of year when the annual demise of deciduous trees can actually be so beautiful that people flock from dozens, even hundreds of miles away just to get the best look at them.

Up Your Fall Foliage Game with Tips from National Park Service Experts

Philadelphia

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It’s time to find your favorite flannel, lace up your hiking boots, and take to the trails.

The Best Leaf-Peeping Hikes Near Philadelphia

Washington DC

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There’s something about the fall—the crisp fall air, the honey- and amber-colored leaves, the farm festivals—that can inspire even the most resolute indoor souls to get outside.

The Best Leaf-Peeping Hikes Near Washington DC

Boston

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year in Boston.

The Best Leaf-Peeping Hikes Near Boston

Dallas

When you think of fall foliage, a few locations probably spring to mind, including New England, the Catskills, the Ozarks and the Pacific Northwest.

Where to See the Most Beautiful Fall Foliage in Texas

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Fill the tank and get your road trip snacks ready, it’s time to take full advantage of the glorious fall colors you can admire throughout Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.

Where to See the Most Beautiful Fall Foliage in the Mid-Atlantic

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Pedal These Rustic Rail-Trails to Scope Dramatic Fall Foliage

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It’s time again to hit the road to take in New England’s most hype-worthy offering: its fall foliage, of course.

Where to See the Most Beautiful Fall Foliage in New England

Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad

Road tripping is one way to cruise through the country’s most scenic spots for leaf-peeping.

Get Your Fall Foliage Fix on These Beautiful Train Rides Across the U.S.

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New Yorkers looking to embrace fall foliage in all of its majesty will be able to do so without spending money on transit.

Free Foliage Shuttles Will Bring You to the Adirondacks This Fall

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Along with the autumn equinox comes a nip in the air, sweater weather, apple picking, and of course, leaf peeping.

Here's the Status of Fall Foliage Across New York State This Week

A new map is released every Wednesday during foliage season.

Up Your Fall Foliage Game with Tips from National Park Service Experts

Including what to do if you arrive too late.

The Best Leaf-Peeping Hikes Near Philadelphia

Trek through vibrant leaves and take in the crisp fall air.

The Best Leaf-Peeping Hikes Near Washington DC

Peer at vibrant leaves as you take in the crisp fall air.

The Best Leaf-Peeping Hikes Near Boston

Lace up your hiking boots and check out the vibrant leaves.

Where to See the Most Beautiful Fall Foliage in Texas

Let the leaf-peeping commence, y’all.

Where to See the Most Beautiful Fall Foliage in the Mid-Atlantic

A leaf-peeping guide for all four states in the region.

Pedal These Rustic Rail-Trails to Scope Dramatic Fall Foliage

Just grab your helmet and go.

Where to See the Most Beautiful Fall Foliage in New England

A leaf-peeping guide for all six states in the region.

Get Your Fall Foliage Fix on These Beautiful Train Rides Across the U.S.

It's high time to hit the rails.

Free Foliage Shuttles Will Bring You to the Adirondacks This Fall

Foliage shuttles will be available on select October dates.

Beautiful Places for Fall Foliage Within 5 Hours of NYC

Leaf peeping season has arrived.