When autumn visits Vermont, there might not be a prettier state in America. With forests covering three-quarters of the state, and the highest percentage of vibrant maple trees in the country, Vermont explodes with colors once the leaves start to turn. Whether you are touring the state on a scenic byway, or enjoying a crisp autumn hike outdoors, everywhere you look in Vermont during the fall months is alive with bursting reds, oranges and yellows.
Fall in New Hampshire is a foliage lover’s dream come true. Whether you’d like to feel the crunch of crisp leaves under your feet or take off on a scenic drive through the White Mountains, you’ll be able to enjoy the unbeatable views that fall provides no matter where you go.
Maine is world famous for its fall foliage. The brilliant display of colored leaves from bright red maples to orange oaks and golden birch, is generally peak late September to mid October with Columbus Day Weekend being prime
Fall in Alaska starts and ends quite quickly—the further north you go, the earlier the colors change. Above the arctic circle, the season comes in mid-August, but the rest of Alaska turns gold between late August and early September. By the end of September, fall foliage is pretty much gone, except in Southeast Alaska. Alaska offers immense fall-peeping opportunities. No matter whether you visit national parks, glaciers, river gorges, or highways, you are sure to find a feast for your eyes.
If you’re looking for peak fall foliage in Wyoming, it typically runs from the beginning of September to mid-October. This is perhaps the most magical time of year in the Cowboy State because of all the vibrant colors.
Oregon is incredibly beautiful this time of year, when fall colors transform the scenery and golden leaves shimmer in the crisp Autumn breeze. One of the best ways to experience fall in Oregon is by taking an unforgettable road trip.
Despite being called "evergreen," Washington has plenty of yellow, orange, and red during fall, and its natural landscapes look simply stunning. Fall foliage in the eastern part of the state appears in late September. However, the most vibrant colors and massive foliage displays can be seen in October. The first half of October is the best for fall foliage drives in the mountains of Western Washington. The second half is the best time to view foliage spots at lower elevations. Sometimes the fall foliage season can stretch into November.
With autumn leaves bursting into spectacular color and blanketing the landscapes from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the coastal plains, Virginia is the quintessential spot for a fall getaway.