It’s time to start or firm up your fall foliage plans. Although New England has long claimed championship of the fall foliage game, you can actually find good fall foliage viewing throughout much of the United States and Canada. Peak viewing dates move gradually from North to South between mid-September and mid-November. And you can view foliage displays in your car, on a bus tour, or through a train window. And if you don’t figure on an extended trip, you can often locate something close enough for a quick weekend or day trip from your hometown.
Where to Go
If you haven’t decided on a destination yet, start by checking TripSavvy’s annual guide to top spots in the United States for fall foliage posting. It covers the entire United States, from Alaska to Wyoming, with links to local sources throughout the country. For a bunch of other ideas, a quick Google of “fall foliage” will give you as much information as you might need.When to Go
Several sources post fall foliage calendars or maps to help you decide when to hit each area, but some of the coverage for 2024 won’t be online for several more weeks. Start with The Foliage Network, with separate regional reports for the Northeast, Midwest, and Southeast.The National Park Service touts foliage opportunities at dozens of parks. Log onto NPS.gov/search/?affiliate=nps&page=2&query=fall+colors for details and links to each park, including the best times to visit.
