One of the most frequently asked questions we are asked that pertains to fall foliage travel, is “When is the Best Time to see the changing of the leaves?”
See oranges, yellows, reds, purples and browns burst into bloom in the autumn, painting a colorful backdrop to the white steeped villages of New England, the dramatic seascapes of Maritime Canada and the magnificent Rocky Mountains.
Keep in mind, fall colors can be affected by wind, temperature and moisture. Mother nature can be unpredictable, so try to make your trip for other sites & events around New England, as well as the changing of the leaves. The peak travel season is typically mid-September to early October. We normally suggest after Sept. 23rd through mid-October. Peak fall foliage in New England works its way down from the north. The further north you go, the earlier the peak. Many popular tour itineraries include Vermont, New Hampshire (Kancamagus Scenic Highway) and Massachusetts (the Mohawk Trail.)
Choose from various escorted tours and cruise itineraries to gain the full experience of what New England has to offer. As the season nears, there are many “Hotlines” to get up to date information on the changing of the season. Tauck has a foliologist/naturalist that gives updates on their hotline: 800-214-8209 starting in early September.
Other State Hot Lines & Web Site:
Maine: 800-533-959 https://www.maine.gov/dacf/mfs/projects/fall_foliage/index.shtml
Mass: 800-227-MASS https://www.massvacation.com/explore/seasons/fall-foliage/
Vermont: 1-800-VERMONT http://www.vermontfallfoliage.com/
New York: 800-225-5697 http://www.iloveny.com/home.aspx
Connecticut: 800-CT-BOUND http://www.ct.gov/dep/search/search.asp?qu=fall+foliage
