With some of the oldest and largest old-growth forests in the country, you’ll see blankets of reds, oranges, and yellows in the rolling mountains as far as the eye can see.
Photo: Sarah Vaughan
During the fall season, Rocky Mountain National Park turns golden thanks to the aspens and the rest of the tundra region also explodes with autumn colors.
Hike the famous Brandywine Gorge Trail to Brandywine Falls for great photo ops and a full fall color spectrum, and check out the Ledges Trail for unique rock formations.
While it’s hard to predict exactly when peak leaf-peeping time will occur due to various climate factors, the Tetons are usually bursting with color from September through October.
From the months of September through November, Shenandoah’s lush and varied landscape is bursting with color.
Head up to Mount Desert Island to see the colors, Cadillac Mountain for sunrise panoramic views, and Jordan Pond for an afternoon picnic.