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New England Fall Foliage Map
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New England State Peak Foliage Guides
Maine Foliage Guide
The best Maine fall colors move from north to south, typically starting in mid-to-late September and extending through mid-October.
Baxter State Park
Bar Harbor/Acadia National Park
Bethel
Maine's mountain gem offers scenic drives through Evans Notch, covered-bridge tours, and nearby Sunday River "chondola" rides to mountaintop picnic views.
Camden
The view from Mount Battie straight down to Camden Harbor is one of the most dramatic in New England and is especially phenomenal in fall.
Rangeley
The lakes of Maine's western mountains hold up a succession of mirrors to some of the state's best fall foliage.
Blue Hill
Wander through the blueberry field at the bottom of the Hayes Trail and then take the short trek up Blue Hill Mountain for sweeping views of the bay.
New Hampshire Foliage Guide
The best New Hampshire fall colors reliably move from north to south, typically starting in mid-to-late September and extending through mid-October.
North Conway
The Conway Scenic Railroad, Diana’s Baths waterfalls, and oodles of restaurants and outlet shopping make this a favorite foliage town.
Sandwich
Tucked between Squam Lake and the White Mountains, Sandwich offers hiking trails, a covered bridge, and an inviting downtown.
Walpole
A beautiful village with a town green bordered by 19th-century buildings, with farms, orchards, and the Connecticut River for close company.
Jackson
Surrounded by the White Mountain National Forest, with hiking paths heading off in all directions, Jackson is the jewel of the Whites.
Hanover
Take in views of the Connecticut River and nearby mountains or spend a day people-watching on the quaint Dartmouth College green.
Vermont Foliage Guide
The best Vermont fall colors reliably move from north to south, typically starting in mid-to-late September and extending through mid-October.
Smuggler’s Notch
Manchester
Hike Equinox Mountain, the second-highest peak in southern Vermont, for unbroken views stretching miles to the surrounding ranges
Middlebury
The 16-mile “Trail Around Middlebury” provides an ideal walking route for soaking up the atmosphere of this vibrant college town.
Woodstock
Dairy farms and art galleries share equal space in Woodstock, both a sophisticated crossroads and Vermont’s quintessential small town.
Montgomery
Near the Quebec border, Montgomery is a covered-bridge lover’s paradise, with no fewer than seven within a few miles of the village.
Stowe
A foliage favorite thanks to an old-world town center, inviting shops and restaurants, and many walking and hiking trails.
Massachusetts Foliage Guide
The best Massachusetts fall colors move from north to south, typically starting in mid-to-late September and extending through mid-October.
Cape Ann, including the popular tourist town of Rockport
Williamstown
Located in the shadow of drive-up Mount Greylock, Williamstown may be the ultimate college town.
Shelburne Falls
The Bridge of Flowers is just the beginning of the appeal of this stranded-in-time turnoff from the Mohawk Trail on the Deerfield River.
Amherst
Emily Dickinson’s family homestead is one of the many cultural attractions that come alive each fall when the students return to picturesque Amherst College.
Connecticut Foliage Guide
The best Connecticut fall colors move from north to south, typically starting in early October and extending through late October.
Kent
The profusion of crimson and gold leaves that leaps off the Litchfield Hills to reflect in the winding course of the Housatonic River is nothing short of breathtaking.
East Haddam
Find picturesque reflections in the Connecticut River, cascading waterfalls at Devil’s Hopyard State Park, and the medieval whimsy of Gillette Castle.
Litchfield
The heart of the Litchfield Hills is home to a flawless, tree-studded town green that may just be one of the best picnic spots in the world.
Rhode Island Foliage Guide
The best Rhode Island fall colors move from north to south, typically starting in early October and extending through late October.
Newport
Bristol
Autumn adventure abounds in coastal Bristol. Pedal the East Bay Bike Path, stroll the grounds at the Blithewold estate, and capture color at the 1790s Coggeshall Farm Museum.
Providence
Take a leaf-peeping stroll through historic neighborhoods and explore the city’s many fine dining and shopping spots.
Jamestown
At the mouth of Narragansett Bay, find large areas of publicly accessible shoreline as well as numerous parks, farms, and trail systems.
New England Foliage Planner
Plan Your Trip
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Why You Shouldn’t Worry About Missing Peak New England Foliage
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Know Before You Go
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