3 Most Beautiful Areas to Leaf Peep In US Are In & Near Upstate NY

Where are the top destinations to visit for beautiful fall foliage? USA Today listed its top ten, three of which are in or near Upstate New York. You will agree that these destinations are by far the most beautiful for fall views.

 #10 The Adirondacks, New York

Living in the Capital Region, we understand the beauty of the Adirondack Mountains year-round. But we also know how breathtaking the fall can be when the leaves change. There are hiking trails, fall festivals, and the most stunning and vibrant colors. This is why the Adirondacks made the top twenty destinations to visit in the fall.

#9 The Berkshires, Massachusetts

Nearby and visible to us in Upstate New York, we understand why The Berkshires made the top twenty. The beauty of the leaf transformation is celebrated yearly with a fall foliage parade. It is a seventy-year tradition. The small towns in the area are full of cozy places to stay and farm-to-table restaurants, making it the perfect spot for a leaf-watching getaway.

#8 The Finger Lakes, New York

The small towns scattered around the Finger Lakes are in the perfect spot to enjoy the fall colors. Carolabarb Park, with its picnic tables and viewfinders, gives you a front-row seat to the beautiful fall foliage overlooking Canandaigua Lake. Whether you're into hiking, biking, or just taking a scenic drive, there are plenty of ways to soak in the views all around the area.

See the complete list of the top ten destinations for fall foliage in the United States HERE.