Read on below to see which states made our top pick in each U.S. region for stunning Fall Foliage, including Peak Foliage timing!2
Top Pick: Maine
Home to Acadia National Park, Maine's varying landscape stretches from the Atlantic coastline to the peak of Mount Katahdin and all the farmlands and story-book-worthy towns in between.
Northern Zones Peak Foliage: Late September - Early October
Southern Zones Peak Foliage: Early October - Late October
Top Pick: Tennessee
From the west side all the way across to the east side of Tennessee, cooler air and changing scenery offer a welcome reprieve from summer heat. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a Leaf Peeper favorite.
Peak Foliage: Early October - Early November
Top Pick: Michigan
You'll find everything from apple orchards and pumpkin patches to hundreds of breweries and vineyards to make the most of a foliage expedition, not to mention views on the shorelines of 4 of the Great Lakes!
Upper Peninsula Peak Foliage: Late September - Early October
Lower Peninsula Peak Foliage: Mid-October - Early November
Top Pick: Colorado
With 3 different climate zones all in a 2-hour drive radius of Denver, you can take in the sights of several different stages of foliage in one grand adventure. The Rocky Mountains are a playground for fans of the Great Outdoors and an awe-inspiring vista for all foliage lovers.
Peak Foliage: Mid-September - Mid-October
Top Pick: California
A state as big as California offers a variety of delights for the outdoor explorer, including 9 National Parks, beaches, mountains, valleys, and of course beautiful foliage. There's still time to plan your road trip!
Northern & Higher Elevation Zones Peak Foliage: Mid-September - Mid-October
Southern & Lower Elevation Zones Peak Foliage: Late October - Late November
1 http://www.chiff.com/a/fall-foliage.htm
2 https://upgradedpoints.com/travel/amazing-places-for-fall-foliage/