New England Fall Foliage Vacations
The amazing New England Fall Foliage Season – it’s the most colorful time to visit New England. The colors of the New England fall foliage are among the best you will find anywhere in the world. Autumn leaf-peeping season starts in mid-September and lasts through early November in New England. New England scenery is full of bright crimsons and brilliant golds. Browse New England Fall Foliage information below. To feature your New England business, contact us.
Timing your visit to view Vermont’s splendid fall foliage display is tricky, at best. There are a number of variables involved in determining when the colors will be the most vibrant in each region of the state. Due to the weather variables, it is nearly impossible to accurately predict exactly when the leaves will start turning color. The northern regions of Vermont will begin sooner than the southern regions, due to warm afternoons followed by cool evenings. However, an over-abundance of rain and wind or an extreme heatwave and drought will affect the overall timing and vibrancy of Vermont’s foliage season. Find more information about Vermont Fall Foliage from VT LIVING.com.
The Vermont Inn, 69 Rt. 4, Mendon, VT 05701 | 802-775-0708
This 1840 farmhouse on six acres surrounded by the Green Mountains was featured in Recommended Country Inns of New England and VERMONT Magazine, and offers fine dining with an extensive wine list. Golf and ski packages are available.
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The Quality Inn at Quechee Gorge, Rt. 4, Quechee, VT 05059 | 800-732-4376
A full service hotel and conference center with on premises restaurant, banquet, and business function facilities. Golf Killington, Woodstock and all of central Vermont. Stay at Quality Inn at Quechee Gorge.
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Sugarbush Farm, 591 Sugarbush Farm Road, Woodstock, VT 05091
Sugarbush farm is located on a 550 acre hilltop outside of Woodstock Village. Visitors watch cheese production, year round maple tours, sample Sugarbush Farm cheeses and other Vermont products, including; Maple Products and Honey. You can walk the nature trail, see farm animals, and best of all free admission. The farm is located 3 miles off US Route 4 on Hillside Road, across from the Taftsville Bridge, 3 miles east of Woodstock. The Farm Store is open daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
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Vermont Antique Mall, 5573 Woodstock Road, Quechee, VT 05059 | 802 281-4147
Located in the heart of Quechee Gorge Village, youll find our 17,000 square foot barn filled with antiques, vintage and collectable treasures. Come see the areas largest selection, with hundreds of dealer booths and new stock daily. Nearby eateries and seasonal events make this a must see for all ages. Shop where the dealers shop! Open daily 10am 5pm.
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Mountain View Farm Animal Sanctuary, 3383 Darling Hill Rd., E. Burke, VT 05832 | 802-626-9924
Visit Mountain View Farm Animal Sanctuary in Vermont to see our rescued animals and please consider making a donation to help us care for them. If you share our love for animals and would like to get more involved with MVFAS we would love to welcome you as a volunteer. Volunteers join us on the farm or from their homes offering their time and services to the sanctuary.
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Robb Family Farm, 827 Ames Hill Road, Brattleboro, VT 05301 | 802-257-0163
Home of fine Vermont crafts. We produce the purest maple syrup you can find as well as a large assortment of fine hand-crafted treasures. Enjoy the scenic Vermont landscape and views from our shop. The Robb Family Country Shop is a family run business, consisting of a charming gift shop, farm events, mail order and baked goods by order. The shop is open throughout the year selling our own Vermont Maple Syrup,
Vermont Maple Candy, Maple Syrup Party Favors, Gift Boxes, and Family Raised Beef. Sugarhouse Tours are offered year round.
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Vermont Antique Mall, 5573 Woodstock Road, Quechee, VT 05059 | 802 281-4147
Located in the heart of Quechee Gorge Village, youll find our 17,000 square foot barn filled with antiques, vintage and collectable treasures. Come see the areas largest selection, with hundreds of dealer booths and new stock daily. Nearby eateries and seasonal events make this a must see for all ages. Shop where the dealers shop! Open daily 10am 5pm.
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The state of New Hampshire is one of the nation’s prettiest places to view fall foliage. New Hampshire has an abundance of paved, easy-to-navigate, back roads and by-ways ideal for exploring and photographing Fall Foliage. This northern New England offers mountain vistas and valley panoramas, ocean views, and sparkling lakes. From the seacoast to the White Mountains, from the Monadnock region to the Great North Woods – see New Hampshire first this fall season. The New Hampshire Fall Foliage Guide in NH Living will help get you to all of New Hampshire’s Fall Foliage attractions.
Alpine Adventures Zipline, 41 Main Street, Route 112, Lincoln, NH 03251
Don't miss it! Spectacular Adventure Tours, Zip Tours, Canopy Tours winter and summer. Try the longest, highest and fastest Zipline Canopy Tour in New England. Aerial Fun Park and continual updates will keep Alpine Adventure Tours at the forefront of outdoor adventure in New England.
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Best Western White Mountain Resort, 87 Wallace Hill Road, Franconia, NH 03580 | 888-669-6777 or 603-823-7422
The BEST WESTERN White Mountain Inn is an outdoor enthusiast's dream! Located in Franconia, this New Hampshire hotel proudly offers the best in customer service and amenities at an affordable rate. Guests staying at this Franconia inn will be a short distance from Franconia Notch State Park, Cannon Mountain Ski Park, Loon Mountain Ski Resort and the Wildcat Mountain Ski area. Other nearby outdoor activities include hiking, biking and golf. Favorite attractions in Franconia include the Mount Washington Auto Road, Mt. Washington Cog Railway and Santa's Village.
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Polly's Pancake Parlor, 672 Route 17, Sugar Hill, NH 03585 | 603-823-6575
Polly's Pancake Parlor has been serving yummy home cooked meals for over 75 years. Enjoy a stack of Oatmeal Buttermilk, Buckwheat or Whole Wheat pancakes. Sit back and savor a waffle of your choice smothered in real New Hampshire maple syrup or come for lunch and have a slice of quiche made with local Harman's cheese. Shop for gifts, pancake mixes and NH Maple Syrup. Reservations taken on weekends.
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Sandy Martin Gallery, 15 S. Main Street, Wolfeboro, NH 03894 | 603-569-9890.
The Sandy Martin Gallery offers a dockside, Main Street, destination fine art gallery on Lake Winnipesaukee in Wolfeboro. Original oil paintings, watercolors, photographs, custom prints, and bronze sculputure depict the beauty of the Lakes Region by the artists who love it.
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rek'•lis brewing company, 2085 Main Street, Bethlehem, NH 03574 | 603-869-9696
Tiny brewery, big beers! Enjoy Craft IPA's, Great Food, Entertainment, Special Events. Check the website for specials. Thursday night Trivia. The never ending quest to quench the ‘thirst’, whether it’s on a bike, skis, or in a glass. This it where the passion comes from, it’s what rek'•lis is, this is us, and now it’s you... .
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Cottage Place on Squam Lake, 1132 US Rt. 3, Scenic View Road, Holderness, NH 03245 | 603-968-7116
The Cottage Place on Squam Lake specializes in cottage living by offering 8 cottages of various shapes and sizes as well as 8 motel suites. Over 140 feet of Squam Lake frontage with a carefully landscaped sandy beach. Open year round, most cottages have fireplaces.
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At The Lake Vacation Rentals LLC, 60 Whittier Highway # 6 Moultonboro, NH 03254 | 603-253-9871
We feature the finest selection of New Hampshire Lake Winnipesaukee Region Vacation Rentals. All of our rental listings are on-line "live" means that up to the minute availability information is just a click away. Complete your search for the perfect NH vacation getaway. Book online with confidence. One of our reservationists will provide follow up contact to answer any questions you might have or to modify your booking if needed.
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Maine’s foliage season runs roughly from mid-September to mid-October, but this varies widely depending on weather, topography and geography. During this time, the deciduous trees of Maine begin their colorful transformation.
Columbus Day Weekend is often the focal point of fall foliage excursions although “peak colors” usually arrive well before the end of October in most of northern and central Maine. Travelers should plan ahead and arrive early to avoid the crowds and get the pick of Maine’s better lodging accommodations. The Maine Living Fall Foliage Guide in ME Living offers more info about Maine Fall Foliage tours and attractions.
Jonathan's OGT, 92 Bourne Lane, Ogunquit, Maine 03907 | 207-646-4777
Serving upscale New England cuisine, Jonathan's Ogunquit, caters to those diners looking for fresh seafood, classic European dishes, grilled steaks and more. Diners prefer Jonathan's for a romantic date night, to celebrate a special birthday or enjoy an evening of farm to table gastronomy before a show. Jonathan's offers dining, events, and concerts. Featuring local food products wherever possible and focuses on serving fresh, New England products. Jonathan's slogan has always been to #eatwell.
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Ogunquit Playhouse, 10 Main Street, US Route 1, Ogunquit, ME 03907 | 207-646-2402
America's Foremost Summer Theater began in a renovated garage in Ogunquit's town square in 1933. Ogunquit Playhouse is dedicated to producing the finest shows ever to appear on Broadway stages. Visit the web site to see this years show schedule and purchase tickets.
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Maine & Ivy, 26 Townsend Street, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538 | 207-315-6458
We are located in downtown Boothbay Harbor, Maine. We celebrate the timeless fashion of "The New England Preppy Lifestyle", but with a modern twist! After all, we believe in vintage style, not vintage values! And, yes, pearls do go with everything!
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When Pigs Fly Pizzeria, 460 U.S. Route 1
Kittery, Maine 03904 | Restaurant: 207-438-7036 Bread Store: 207-439-3114
Enjoy our large selection of wood-fired pizzas, appetizer plates, craft beers and draft wines. The pizzas are Neapolitan style, handcrafted from all natural ingredients. Our wood-fired ovens give the crust a chewy, smoky flavor. All ingredients are the freshest including mozzarella, which is made fresh daily. This location is also home to the When Pigs Fly Company Store, which offers all of the classic and artisan breads, and other products available from When Pigs Fly.
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Warren's Lobster House, 11 Water Street / U.S. Route 1, Kittery, Maine 03904 | 207-439-1630
Warren's is a "destination restaurant" known far and wide. All entrees on our extensive menu include the "Seacoast’s Finest Salad Bar" featuring over sixty items. Warren's offers the area’s largest selection of lobster entrees along with great seafood, steak and chicken specialties served in a comfortable and casual family atmosphere. Free valet parking service is provided "in season".
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York's Wild Kingdom, P.O. Box 1139, York Beach, ME 03910 | 207-363-4911
New England's Only Zoo AND Amusement Park. A family oriented zoo and amusement park conveniently located in York Beach, Maine. Stroll and view a large number of beautifully landscaped animal exhibits; numerous rides for all ages plus food and ice cream stands, gift shops and so more. A day of family fun and walking distance to a clean sandy beach! View dozens of live animals from near and far. Sorry, Pets are not allowed in the Zoo but are allowed (on leash) in the Amusement Park. Open Seasonally May-Sept. View website for details and hours.
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Maine Diner, 2265 Post Road (US Route 1),Wells, ME 04090 | 207-646-4441
Featured on "The Today Show", Phantom Gourmet, Guy Fieri's "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" and others. Maine blueberry pancakes, pies, lunch and dinner specials and more. World Famous Food Like Grandma Used To Make. Try Maine Diner's famous Lobster Pie, Seafood Chowder, Codfish Cakes. Breakfast anytime. Remember the Maine Gift Shoppe, Maine Products. Open Daily at 7AM..
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Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, 132 Botanical Gardens Drive, Off Barters Island Road, Boothbay, ME 04537 | 207-633-8000
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is a natural wonder of shorefront on the mid-coast Maine. Stroll 270 acres through spectacular ornamental gardens and miles of waterfront and woodland trails. Beautiful foliage, plantings, impressive stonework, waterfalls and fountains, and scenic views. One of Maine's top attractions. The Gardens are open 9-5 April 15 - October 31 (open until 6 pm in July and August). There is a cafe and gift shop on site.
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Remember to book your Massachusetts Lodging Accommodations early for the foliage season – making sure you have a guaranteed reservation before arrival. When booking your New England foliage vacation, plan to visit during mid-week periods to avoid excessive crowds, and plan an extended stay so you can enjoy all that Massachusetts has to offer! The Massachusetts Fall Foliage Guide in MA Living offers more New England Activities.
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Visit Connecticut and enjoy a fall foliage drive. From the rolling farmlands and Long Island Sound views to the quaint villages and fiery rolling hills, you can find the perfect area to view Connecticut’s foliage in its full beauty. Fall is a fantastic time to get in your car, truck, SUV, or motorcycle and tour the scenic roads and by-ways of CT. Fall foliage drives are more than an autumn pastime, they are a passion for many Connecticut locals. The Connecticut Activity Guide in CT Living will offer Autumn activity ideas for Connecticut vacationers.
Although Rhode Island is on the south coast of New England this tiny state is big on Fall Foliage colors. The bright colors of foliage season don’t arrive here until the leaves have fallen in most of northern New England. Plan a late fall look at the Autumn colors of Rhode Island and stay at an amazing Rhode Island Bed and Breakfast Inn.
Best Time For New England Fall Foliage Viewing
So when is Peak Color? Peak foliage varies depending on the region you are visiting. The timing of when the peak of the fall foliage season depends on a wide variety of factors. The foliage season begins sooner the farther north one travels. New England Fall Foliage season begins in early September in the north and extends until late October in southern New England. The foliage is an effect of the trees preparing for the winter. So, the colder weather is what tells the trees to prepare for the coming winter. How much rain an area has received affects how much and what variety of colors are in that area. The most popular time for venturing north to view the beautiful New England foliage is Columbus Day Weekend. This is the weekend that the crowds tend to be the highest so make travel plans as far in advance as possible. If you would like to avoid the crowds travel earlier in the season. In general, the farther north you travel the earlier the autumn season will be found. In fact, fall foliage colors can be seen in the areas of the northern White Mountains in early September! There are several different ways to view the foliage. A planned driving route would allow for the viewing of a wide variety of foliage. A walk, hike, or biking tour is another way of soaking in the whole New England fall experience. The brightly colored leaves, crisp fresh air, and wonderful vistas really make autumn in New England a wonderful time of year.
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