9New England, USA: A Classic Fall Foliage Destination

New England is arguably the quintessential autumn destination in the United States, drawing visitors from around the world to see its legendary fall colors. Each state—Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island—offers stunning scenic drives, charming small towns, and historic sites framed by the warm hues of autumn leaves.

Vermont’s Green Mountains and New Hampshire’s White Mountains are particularly beautiful in fall, offering excellent hiking and cozy inns. The scenic Kancamagus Highway in New Hampshire and Route 100 in Vermont are perfect routes for leaf-peeping road trips. Quaint towns like Woodstock in Vermont and Stowe in Maine make great stops for local cider, pumpkin patches, and charming bed-and-breakfasts.