New England’s most attractive fall foliage travel destinations
Autumn has a special charm in all six states of New England. The spectacular fall foliage starts in the northern New England states (Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire) typically in late September and moves down to the southern New England states (Connecticut, Massachusetts Rhode Island) around late October.
This article reveals New England’s most attractive destinations where you can admire the world’s most beautiful autumn.
1. Maine, the largest state in New England offers many options for relaxation. You will be delighted by the beauty of the landscape, whether you prefer canoeing on Moosehead Lake from Baxter National Park, whether you decided to take a tour of the Acadia National Park. If you can afford, you should also go shopping in the small town Camden, you will not regret it.
2. New Hampshire
Drive along the Kancamagus Highway, in the vast woods of the White
Mountains, to see the millions of trees that signal the autumn arrival with an explosion of red, purple and gold. Also, for a scenic tour on the M/S Mount Washington, drive less than an hour south from the White Mountains to Lake Winnipesaukee. Here you will enjoy a great view of the foliage with the mountains in the backdrop.
3. Vermont
Autumn creates a festive atmosphere in Vermont’s forests and plains. Everywhere you’ll see Covered Bridges, a unique feature of the Vermont landscape, taking you back to a distant time and place. At Morse Farm you will find out the secret of getting famous maple syrup and also enjoy free tasting and sugar house tours.
4. Massachusetts
You can go on the old Indians trails, starting with the Mohawk Trail, which was created as one of the United States’ first scenic highways; it follows much of the original Indian trail, for about 105 km through the Berkshire Mountains. Also, Old Sturbridge Village is a “must-see” destination which re-creates life in rural New England during the 1790s through 1830s.
A tip: do not miss the famous Boston!
5. Connecticut
You will be absolutely delighted to travel by Essex Steam Train, operated by the Valley Railroad Company. For both locals and travelers this is an unforgettable experience. This steam train was built in early 1920. Oh! And do not miss Waterbury! Here you will find over 50 antique stores and souvenir shops for the most discerning travelers.
6. Rhode Island
“The Ocean State” has many forested areas full of rivers and streams, romantic sunsets and beautiful vistas during foliage season. Visit Blackstone Valley to enjoy friendly activities like river walks (Blackstone River), scenic boat rides, bicycling and kayaking. Also go to the Oakland Forest and Meadow Trail, a pedestrian only trail, providing access to a unique ecosystem of old growth American Beech tree forest and meadow habitat.
Rhode Island is a place of dreams, suitable to complete your New England fall foliage tour.
So, if you want to see Eastern North America in glorious autumn colors, you should start packing because the spectacular fall foliage season begins in early September.
