Few sights compare to the beautiful colors of fall. The red, orange, and yellow hues meet with the often-crisp cool air and soft skies behind for a breathtaking sight. There are areas all throughout the country that are perfect for catching the changing colors of fall foliage, and RVing is one of the best ways to see nature’s seasonal splendor. We’re sharing some of the best places in the US for fall foliage and top sights where you can see fall colors.
When to See Fall Colors in The United States
The exact fall foliage peaks vary each year and by region, but September, October, and November are generally the most popular months for fall foliage in the US.
Best Places in The United States for Fall Foliage
If you’re wondering where to see fall colors, there are some parts of the country that historically bring great fall sights. With so many climates across the country, RVers have plenty of destinations to choose from when planning their fall foliage road trip. We invite you to see some of our favorite places in the US for fall colors. Many of these destinations are perfect for RVers in any type of vehicle, including travel trailers and fifth wheel RVs.
Washington, DC
The Nation’s capital has beautiful foliage to enjoy throughout the year, and fall is no exception. Visitors exploring The National Arboretum in Washington during fall can see all types of foliage in the beautiful colors of this changing season. There are even bonsai trees to see up close as their leaves change color.Vermont Fall Foliage
Though Vermont translates to “green mountain,” the state’s greenery changes colors during the fall for a truly memorable sight. There are drives throughout the state that are perfect for viewing fall colors, and even entire towns that become enveloped in the beautiful fall foliage. Some of our favorite stops for viewing Vermont fall foliage include:
- Smuggler’s Notch, a beautiful drive of scenic fall colors.
- Manchester, VT, a town with plenty of autumn sights to enjoy.
- Waitsfield, VT, a small town with plenty of charm and changing leaves.
- Burlington, VT, a beautiful city with incredible foliage and a quaint atmosphere.
- Missisquoi Wildlife Refuge, where you can enjoy a bike ride through the fall foliage.
Wherever you find yourself in Vermont during autumn, you’re sure to see changing leaves and stunning sights.
Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
A neighbor to Yellowstone, Grand Teton National Park is famous in its own right. During the fall months, this park lights up with beautiful yellows, oranges, and reds as its various trees transform. With incredible mountains and lakes surrounding the fall foliage views, Grand Teton is one of the best places for seeing fall colors. The park’s transforming foliage includes Northleaf Cottonwood, Black Hawthorn, Willow, and Quaking Aspen. There are numerous hikes that are perfect for spotting autumn’s paintings.
Essex, Connecticut
This Connecticut River Valley destination is an up-and-coming fall foliage destination with changing leaves that can be viewed by boat or on land. The rich reds, deep oranges, and striking yellow leaves are beautifully contrasted to the river’s colors during the fall months.
Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado
Head to Colorado in early autumn to enjoy the colors of Rocky Mountain National Park. The leaves often change to a sharp yellow hue, with low-lying shrubs often joining in on the fall foliage transformation. Visit from September through October for the peak colors in this destination.
Cloudland Canyon State Park, Georgia
This state park is a popular attraction any time of the year, but it’s especially popular during the fall months. It’s famous for its waterfalls and autumn leaves. There are hiking trails for exploring this popular southern fall destination.
New York State
Just as Vermont has a variety of fall destinations, New York State is known for beautiful changing leaves during autumn. Popular New York fall foliage destinations include:
- Bear Mountain State Park in Tomkins Cove for rolling waves of changing leaves.
- Hudson State Historic Park in Poughkeepsie, where a pedestrian walkway bridges landscape and foliage changes for picturesque views.
- The Catskills in Shandaken, where the mountain range transforms during autumn.
- Central Park in Manhattan, where many of the park’s famous trees change color during the fall months.
Planning Your Fall Foliage Getaway
Heading to the best places in The US for fall foliage is easy when you’re RVing. There are areas to camp all around the most popular destinations, along with beautiful scenic drives to enjoy. Shop our wide selection of RVs for sale including motorhomes, towables, and RV vans for sale.
