New England’s 6 Best Fall Foliage Road Trips

Experience the breathtaking autumn colors with these scenic New England road trips:
- Kancamagus Highway, New Hampshire
- 34.5 miles of spectacular views
- Best time: Early to mid-October
- Don’t miss: Albany Covered Bridge
- Green Mountain Byway, Vermont
- 11 miles through quintessential Vermont landscapes
- Best time: Late September to mid-October
- Highlight: Stowe Village
- Mohawk Trail, Massachusetts
- 63 miles of historic route
- Best time: Early to mid-October
- Must-see: Bridge of Flowers in Shelburne Falls
- Acadia National Park Loop, Maine
- 27-mile loop road
- Best time: Mid-October
- Key stop: Cadillac Mountain summit
- Lake Champlain Byway, Vermont
- 184 miles along the lake’s shores
- Best time: Late September to early October
- Feature: Island Line Rail Trail
- Connecticut River Byway
- 410 miles through Vermont and New Hampshire
- Best time: Late September to mid-October
- Don’t miss: Cornish-Windsor Covered Bridge
Pro tip: Check foliage reports before your trip, as peak times can vary yearly based on weather conditions.




