Best National Parks for Fall Foliage

As vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows add new beautiful views to the parks, it’s a great time to head to some of the parks to see the foliage. Here are the best national parks for fall foliage.

1

Acadia National Park

The peak leaf season for fall foliage is during the first couple of weeks in October and worth the trip to Maine. A great way to see the foliage here is by driving the 27-mile loop road from the Hulls Cove Visitor Center.

2

Shenandoah National Park

If you’re looking for a new way to experience fall foliage, you will love the Fall Foliage Bike Festival here

3

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

One of the nation’s lesser-known parks is one of the best places to see fall foliage! With lush forest scenery all around, you can see fantastic foliage during the fall months here.

4

Grand Teton National Park

While most people associate this park with mountain peaks, wildlife, and shimmering lakes, it’s also one of the best parks to visit during the fall months.

5

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

You’ll be able to see the park’s fall foliage in the higher elevations as early as mid-September!

6

Zion National Park

During the fall, crowds start to taper off with the temperatures. The fall colors make their way through the park in late October and early November

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